1988 Johnson 175 Need to drop lower unit to replace water pump

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Perkid12

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I am an outboard newb, but am in dire need of some info regarding the transmission shift linkage i have removed all required bolts and the lower unit is loose but the rod going from the lower unit to the motor is not budging. how do i disconnect this rod so i can drop the lower unit and replace the water pump?
 
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Re: 1988 Johnson 175 Need to drop lower unit to replace water pump

Is there an inspection window/plate on the leg of the motor?
 
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Re: 1988 Johnson 175 Need to drop lower unit to replace water pump

Don't know your motor but many/most OMC engines have a shift rod that must be disconnected at the base of the carbs - - can be difficult of see.
 
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Re: 1988 Johnson 175 Need to drop lower unit to replace water pump

You access the shift clevis on the starboard side, under the bottom carb. You will have to remove the pin to disconnect the shift rod. A 1/4" drive set with a swivel is what you need.
 
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Re: 1988 Johnson 175 Need to drop lower unit to replace water pump

I will give that A try. Thanks for all the info.
 
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