Mercury tilt assist assembly 830050A2 1989-2000 40 50 55 60 HP

Here is agood, used Mercurytilt assist cylinder. This does have the pin included. This would make a great replacement for your outboard.

This part fits engines as listed in the cross-reference below:

http://www.boats.net/parts/detail/mercury/outboard/M-830050A%202.html