Lower Unit Bottom Screw removed.

[markcerrone]

I removed the lower screw from the force 85 motor. I thought this was where I would inject the lower unit oil. As I was removing the screw I saw a second screw labeled vent. I then realized the vent was on the top just like the oil intake. I purchased a manuel and now realize this is some type of hinge for the gearing mechanism. The motor seems to operate normal. Should I still have it opened up and checked or is it that if this hinge or fork had displaced the motor would go into gear. It goes forward and reverse no problem. Just a slight normal gearing sound when going from neutral to gear. Is there any cause for concern?

 

[Frank Acampora]

Re: Lower Unit Bottom Screw removed.

If you did not try to engage the gears, or left it in gear if it was, before you replaced the screw, then the chances are reasonably good that the shifter fork is still pivoting on it. There is enough drag on the shift rod seal that the fork or yoke (usually) will not just drop out of position on its own. If the engine does go into forward and reverse gear, then it is functioning and you have nothing to worry about.

 

[markcerrone]

Re: Lower Unit Bottom Screw removed.

Thanks. I appreciate the help. All is well. mark