Should my engine unlock when put in forward gear?

mmurray70

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Just wondering if my 92 Evinrude 65 hp (not power trim) should be unlocking itself when in forward gear. It doesnt. Im just wondering in case I hit something? Will this lock mechanism slip under a big load? I dont want to leave it unlocked either because i use reverse quite a bit when fishing.
 

boobie

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Re: Should my engine unlock when put in forward gear?

No it doesn't. If I remenber correctly it will break loose if you hit something but I think it takes a pretty good hit to do it.
 

mmurray70

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Re: Should my engine unlock when put in forward gear?

Can somebody else confirm this? I really dont want to rip the transom out of my boat someday if it doesnt unlock.
 
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