Lower Unit Removal Question 60HP Merc

jarosh

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I'm going to replace the impeller in my 2003 60HP Merc (Serial Number: 0T680439 Model Number: 1060412AN) and was wondering should I have the motor in forward, N or reverse when removing the lower unit?
 

Kajun37

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Re: Lower Unit Removal Question 60HP Merc

jarosh from KM's? i'd check your manual....my johnson says reverse....when i had my force it was forward...
 

Rockonafly

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Re: Lower Unit Removal Question 60HP Merc

My 96 60hp Merc says have it in forward. I always have to reset the shift lever after each replacement and I have done it 5 times. The only caution is make sure you have ALL of the bolts/ nuts out before you try to pull it apart. Mine has one under the zinc skeg. The first time is a bear getting it apart. Good Luck

Rockonafly
 

mercibby

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Re: Lower Unit Removal Question 60HP Merc

jarosh said:
I'm going to replace the impeller in my 2003 60HP Merc (Serial Number: 0T680439 Model Number: 1060412AN) and was wondering should I have the motor in forward, N or reverse when removing the lower unit?

forward gear!
 

jarosh

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Re: Lower Unit Removal Question 60HP Merc

Yep Kajun its me from KM. Damn Water pump went out on my my last trip down the James. Normally I would consult the manual for such things but I have temporarliy misplaced it (aka lost for now). And want to get back on the water asap.

I thought it was forward. Thanks for the replies everyone.
 
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