Re: Force 50HP Shifting
Welcome to iboats.<br /><br />It is indeed a bit tricky.<br />Hopefully, the cable isn't too far from where it was.<br />The cable connection to the motor usually doesn't need to be moved, once set up properly to enable the shift rod to move and the neutral interlock switch to engage. This switch must be engaged in neutral only, to allow the starter to work.<br /><br />About a foot below the powerhead, about halfway down the leg section of the motor, the shift rod has a joint. The 2 halves of the shift rod fit into a threaded coupler. This is where you adjust the length of the rod, to hit all 3 gears. Once set, mark them with a Sharpie marker for reference, ans lock them in place with the jam nut. <br /><br />The process of getting it all just right can take some time. The process is outlined in the Clymer repair manual, pages 473-474, if you need a reference.