johnson 1988 9.9 10rccd tiller shift lever adjustment

[Newyota]

Shift lever lock link adjustment??I see this short link that threads into a round piece and appears to be adjustable where it connects to the shift locking black block.Does this affect the actual forward and reverse shifting positions in the gear case?Have not seen this discussed anywhere on the web.

 

[oldboat1]

Might find it here, and show the number and part name: https://www.iboats.com/shop/engine-parts/1988-Johnson-J10RCCD-Midsection-Parts.html

 

[flyingscott]

You only adjust that if the upper spring detent is out of alignment.

 

[racerone]

That adjustment can be used to get neutral on the detent..-----This should rarely need to be adjusted if every thing else is assembled correctly.----What is the reason for looking at this adjustment ??

 

[Newyota]

That adjustment can be used to get neutral on the detent..-----This should rarely need to be adjusted if every thing else is assembled correctly.----What is the reason for looking at this adjustment ??

Had to take lower unit off to correct a shifting issue(I had to give the shift lever an extra bump when putting back in neutral to get it out of gear)due to the bottom bolt in brass connecting block was not tight enough and lower shift rod was moving in the block.I was curious about the other adjustment since this motor had acuople owners before me and it had some issues.I was just curious if the adjustment I asked about could have been moved and had any bearing on shifting.I am going out now to see if I solved my issue with the shifting.

 

[oldboat1]

Fully remove the bolts in the brass connector, one at a time. Open the connector slightly with a bladed screwdriver, and slide the upper/lower rod in until the bolt will go through the indentation in the end of the shift rod. Reinsert bolt and tighten, then proceed to the next one. Chances are, the shifting will work right -- makes no difference in this procedure where the shift lever is located, other than putting the rod in reach to connect it.

 

[Newyota]

Fully remove the bolts in the brass connector, one at a time. Open the connector slightly with a bladed screwdriver, and slide the upper/lower rod in until the bolt will go through the indentation in the end of the shift rod. Reinsert bolt and tighten, then proceed to the next one. Chances are, the shifting will work right -- makes no difference in this procedure where the shift lever is located, other than putting the rod in reach to connect it.

I actually did that and replaced both bolts with new ones while in there.I just tried the motor and it comes out of forward fine, but reverse will not disengage.Have to bump it forward slightly to disengage.Do you think my lower shift rod needs adjusted?It is turned almost all the way in that I saw when replacing bolts.Saw a measurement on line for this adjustment to the top of brass block to flange where the units bolt together.Was told to check in Neutral position.I did not check it when apart since I thought I found my problem with the loose brass block?There is no reason I should have to shift from reverse to forward then neutral with this old motor is there?I assume most people go right into forward without stopping in neutral from reverse most of the time.

 

[oldboat1]

sounds like an adjustment might be in order, but don't have the measurement handy. (11/16" from base??)

[ed. That can't be right. 2-3/16??]

 

[Newyota]

sounds like an adjustment might be in order, but don't have the measurement handy. (11/16" from base??)

Thanks..So I should have it in Neutral correct??

 

[oldboat1]

probably, but not sure it makes a difference. Wait for some addit. input....

 

[flyingscott]

There is no measurement for them. Turn the lower rod in until it tightens up in the lower unit. Then back it only enough to line up with the upper rod usually about a 1/4-1/2 a turn.

 

[Newyota]

There is no measurement for them. Turn the lower rod in until it tightens up in the lower unit. Then back it only enough to line up with the upper rod usually about a 1/4-1/2 a turn.

ok that is where it was and have the issue.I did now adjust it one turn out to about 13/32 and have the same reult.I did see someone mention some measurements 11/32 to 7/16 and I had heard what you suggest also.If the adjustment is correct could my """neutral detent adjustment be wrong"" or worn dog not releasing?

 

[Newyota]

Thanks for all the help everyone..I went and adjusted my shift detent linkage and that solved the problem it seems.Guess I was fighting two issues, one being the loose brass block on the lower shift rod and the neutral detent was not adjusted correctly, maybe just due to wear in the linkage, who knows?/thanks again.

 

[flyingscott]

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[oldboat1]

Glad you got it. Thanks F.S.

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