hydro electric shift need help

crownlover

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I have 75 85 hp v4 johnson hydro electric shift. the shift switch in the control box broke today and boat is stuck in reverse. i cant seem to find a replacement part for it so i was wondering if i could wire up a three way switch and change gears with a toggle switch.
 

Barnacle_Bill

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Re: hydro electric shift need help

You need to recheck the year of that motor. Either 1972 or 73 was the last year for electic shifts.
 

crownlover

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Re: hydro electric shift need help

is it possible i have 72 model controls on a 75 motor model number is 85esl755
 

ohioriverat

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Re: hydro electric shift need help

Something is wrong because i had an electric shift and when no power is to the switch it would be stuck in forward gear, it's a failsafe to get you home. Yes of course a toggle will work, must be able to handle the power.
 

jayyyy

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Re: hydro electric shift need help

You need to recheck the year of that motor. Either 1972 or 73 was the last year for electic shifts.

X2, Seaway marine in WA might have a push button switch.
 

crownlover

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Re: hydro electric shift need help

got dp dt switch from auto part store and she shifts like new. pretty hard to figure out the wiring but it is possible.
 

crownlover

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Re: hydro electric shift need help

i think i have a 75 engine with a 72 lower unit. not sure how to no for sure
 
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