[taxman53]

I have about a 10 year old 9.8 merc outboard with gear/linkage problems. (or so it seems) When you put it in gear it revs up but no speed. Revs high but gears don't kick in like they should ...only about 2 or 3 mph. seems like something is slipping Trolling button is off..Any ideas???

[C-VENN]

I have a 1991 8hp with same problem, Works at low end rpm but when you reach higher side, no prop power. Engin runs normal just no actual power. Going to dealer tomarrow, I will let you know how much $$.

[C-VENN]

There is some sort of bushing behind the prop that failed. It must be common becasue he fixed it in 10 minutes. Then sold me a new prop, because he said mine was chewed apart. All told $100 with prop.

[fst929]

I have the exact same trouble with my 9.8hp. Engine runs great, twist the throttle and she rev's up but it seems like something is slipping as I dont really go any faster. Low speed all seems ok.

Do you know the name of the part?? is it the propeller guide collar?? AKA thrust washwer??

I called my dealer on it and the part is no longer available so if you need one or think you might in the future...get'm while you can! I am pulling my prop off tonight to check. I am picking up the part anyway today just to have

[fst929]

After pulling my prop off I discovered it was the prop hub that was shot...the rubber bushing was shredded..

time to get a new prop!

[C-VENN]

Took it out last weened it ran fine so the dealer fixed it.