This a symptom I have noticed for the past couple of years, I am shifting properly with a firm follow through. I currently have the lower unit apart and do not see anything wrong with clutch dog or the gears, although the drive shft tapered roller bearing looks like it is getting time for relacement. does any one have any input on this? This motor Iv'e owned since new, It has over 1300 hrs on it. Thank's in advance, Dave