I put it in reverse my engine flips up

dominic81

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I put the engine in reverse and my engine flip's up what could be causeing this? It is a thunder bolt 850 85 hp.
 

JB

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Re: I put it in reverse my engine flips up

There is a mechanical linkage between the shifting linkage and the outboard anti-tilt linkage. The anti-tilt should lock the engine down when you shift into R. Look under the cowling for this linkage while you move the shifter. Needs adjustment or something is broke.
 

Wingedwheel

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Re: I put it in reverse my engine flips up

Or stuck and needs lube. Have you had the LU off lately?
 
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