merc 650 65hp dyna float?

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bigsplash1

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I just picked up thos motor and mounted it on my boat. The question is how do I release the locking clasps from the trim bar? They are in the locked position and will not grab the bar. Thanks for your help!
 
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Re: merc 650 65hp dyna float?

The clamps are only engaged (Down in the locked position) when the engine is in reverse. In neutral and forward they are in the up position.

Craig
 
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Re: merc 650 65hp dyna float?

It was ok before. Now in neutral they are locked. How can I get the ckamps open so tey don't interfere with the trim.
 
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Re: merc 650 65hp dyna float?

Do you hae power trim/tilt? If so, then you don't really need to have the tilt pin installed, and without the pin, there is nothing for the clamps to grab.
 
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Re: merc 650 65hp dyna float?

No power trim. So I need to figure out how to get them open.
 
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Re: merc 650 65hp dyna float?

Try putting it in forward gear they
should pop up & release.
 
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Re: merc 650 65hp dyna float?

I think I figured it out. When its in forward it is released. In neutral and reverse its engaged. I think the shift cable needs to be adjusted. That being said what is the correct procedure?k
 
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Re: merc 650 65hp dyna float?

Locked in neutral and reverse is normal. Release in fwd is normal.
 
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