40hp Evinrude clanking noise when in gear

[wheresthefish]

my evinrude 1995 40hp motor runs well except when i put it in gear (forward or reverse) it will make a clanking noise as the prop spins. the noise goes away when i increase the throttle. the noise seems to be coming from the gear case. does anyone know what possiblilities i should look into. i recently changed the lower unit oil. any other maintainance things i could possible do to help this noise. thanks for the help in advance. i know this is kind of general but any advice will help.

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: 40hp Evinrude clanking noise when in gear

remove you prop. check the shaft for any play. make sure the thrust washer is in place. you've got something wrong.