Daryk Campbell Sr Posted November 18, 2020 Posted November 18, 2020 I cant seem to get a good consensus. I replaced my impeller, and when I replaced the lower unit, I have forward slow, and forward fast, no reverse. I seen some videos, one mentioned a certain orientation of the gear shaft, but the prop doesnt seem to feel right when I spin it freely. Any takers? Wrench? Money is just ink and paper, worthless until it switches hands, and worthless again until the next transaction. (me) I am the master of my unspoken words, and the slave to those that should have remained unsaid. (unknown)
fishinwrench Posted November 18, 2020 Posted November 18, 2020 Yep, you phucked it up.....This is why we get paid the big bucks. 😂 Take the lower unit back off, manually shift the gearcase into Fwd gear (confirm by turning the driveshaft clockwise and making sure the prop shaft spins clockwise).... Then inspect the reverse lock cam on top of the lower unit shift shaft, to be certain that it is in the correct position to lock the tilt mechanism. If you didn't remove it, and it didn't fall off when you removed the gearcase then it should be fine. Put the shift lever (starboard side of the cowling) in the Fwd position, and re-install the gearcase...being careful to not spin the prop clockwise (I mean NOT ONE TINY LITTLE BIT) or it will default to neutral. To get the driveshaft splined into the crankshaft....you can only turn the prop COUNTER-CLOCKWISE....or you can reach up and slowly turn the flywheel clockwise. Once the driveshaft is engaged continue up with the gearcase to get the water tube into its hole in the pump housing.....then continue up to FINALLY engage the shift shaft spline. DO NOT MOVE OR TURN THE LOWER SHIFT ROD....ONLY MOVE THE SHIFT LEVER to properly spline the shift shaft in that position. Shove her up, and tighten her up. Now, test to make sure you have all your gears, and that neutral is where it is supposed to be. Then test to make sure the reverse lock is working properly (the motor should not tilt while in reverse.). Got it? tho1mas 1
Daryk Campbell Sr Posted November 18, 2020 Author Posted November 18, 2020 Yes, I can follow that, and thank you. Now, follow up question. When I'm looking at the prop, turning it clock wise, am I in front of the unit, or behind it? And, yes, the gear shift lever is starboard. Money is just ink and paper, worthless until it switches hands, and worthless again until the next transaction. (me) I am the master of my unspoken words, and the slave to those that should have remained unsaid. (unknown)
fishinwrench Posted November 18, 2020 Posted November 18, 2020 You're behind it...but don't turn the propshaft CLOCKWISE ! or it will default to neutral. You can turn the driveshaft clockwise...and the prop will turn clockwise....if the gearcase is in Fwd gear. That is fine. But if you even so much as bump the prop, by itself, in a clockwise direction, then you loose your "pre-load".....and everything goes to schit. I know it's kinda confusing.....but to fully understand it you need to understand how the gearcase works, and shifts. It's a Mercury thing....no other gearcase plays that stupid game. Daryk Campbell Sr 1
aarchdale@coresleep.com Posted November 18, 2020 Posted November 18, 2020 Is that the Mercury 110? If it is i think i have a parts motor i would make you a good deal on. Daryk Campbell Sr 1
Daryk Campbell Sr Posted November 18, 2020 Author Posted November 18, 2020 On 11/18/2020 at 6:49 AM, aarchdale@coresleep.com said: Is that the Mercury 110? If it is i think i have a parts motor i would make you a good deal on. Expand It is. I'm listening, lol Money is just ink and paper, worthless until it switches hands, and worthless again until the next transaction. (me) I am the master of my unspoken words, and the slave to those that should have remained unsaid. (unknown)
Daryk Campbell Sr Posted November 19, 2020 Author Posted November 19, 2020 Well, I believe I did it right, but is it wrong if reverse has free spin? I didn't see the reverse lock cam. Not sure if it was there to begin with. What would I be looking for on that? I wont be able to test until Sunday. Money is just ink and paper, worthless until it switches hands, and worthless again until the next transaction. (me) I am the master of my unspoken words, and the slave to those that should have remained unsaid. (unknown)
fishinwrench Posted November 19, 2020 Posted November 19, 2020 The propshaft should lock up in reverse just like it does in Fwd......but in the opposite direction. Safety Tip: Always pull the plug wires if turning the engine over via the propshaft. We don't want you scratching your @$$ with your elbow ! Daryk Campbell Sr 1
Daryk Campbell Sr Posted November 28, 2020 Author Posted November 28, 2020 I have to be missing something. Is there a way to get the "pre-load" initiated? I keep getting the crankshaft set to where it turns clockwise, the prop shaft turns clockwise, insert it into the leg, get the splines inserted, but I keep getting forward and neutral with "resistance", reverse has free spin. Am I missing something ? Or it is damaged? I do have an outboard shop local, but I like to work on things. Seems like I should be able to install this. How big of pandora's box am I opening if I take the "collar" off of the gear shaft to try to understand the operation? Money is just ink and paper, worthless until it switches hands, and worthless again until the next transaction. (me) I am the master of my unspoken words, and the slave to those that should have remained unsaid. (unknown)
fishinwrench Posted November 28, 2020 Posted November 28, 2020 No don't do that. If Fwd. is right, and Neutral is right..... but Rev. isn't right....then uh, sumpthin'ain't right. 😅 Driveshaft preload isn't initiated until the gearcase is completely flush with the exhaust housing. Daryk Campbell Sr 1
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