We have purchased a pontoon with a Johnson 30 HP. When I put in in reverse the engine rises. I have looked at the brackets but cannot figure out how to lock it in place. Any help is appreciated.
Re: Engine rises in reverse - Johnson 30HP (J30ELCOA)
My 25 HP Merc does the same thing if I goose it. Somebody told me that is the way it is supposed to work-something about it being designed to kick up when you hit something.
Re: Engine rises in reverse - Johnson 30HP (J30ELCOA)
true, it is good to leave the mount unlocked in case you hit a big ol' log, but when used in reverse it will come up and is not ok. there must be a locking mechanism on the bracket- just look for it when u find it... it will be a "doh!" moment for sure.
Re: Engine rises in reverse - Johnson 30HP (J30ELCOA)
Look carefully at the front, very top of the clamp bracket. There should be a lever that slides in a slot to engage or disengage the motor lock. There also should be a sticker by the lever that says lock, and unlock, but it may be wore off.
