1968 9.5 Johnson Lower Unit

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boutimetoo

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Hi Everyone I?m changing the water pump in my 68' Johnson. 9.5

I took the four bolts off; the lower unit dropped enough to get at the shift con.
Took off the hex bolt for shift connecter (it separated)
Still the lower unit will not drop?

Am I missing a step?
Do I Have to move the fly wheel etc.

I took this on as a Hobby

Any help will be appreciated
This is my first mechanical attempt on an outboard
Joe
 
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ezeke

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Re: 1968 9.5 Johnson Lower Unit

The driveshafts stick in the crank if the top wasn't greased and/or the o-ring was not replaced.

Put the bolts back in and tighten it to where there is a little play in the gearcase, then run the engine a little [with water, of course]. That will sometimes loosen the driveshaft.​
 
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F_R

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Re: 1968 9.5 Johnson Lower Unit

This subject has been beatten to death as we speak over at www.aomci.org Ask-A-Member Forum. Might be some worthwhile reading.
 
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boutimetoo

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Re: 1968 9.5 Johnson Lower Unit

Thanks Guys I Got It off...

It has Not been Change in Years..

Thanks Again
Joe
 
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