mike45

[mike45]

changed impeller, manual recomended shift rod be 21 27/32 inches from upper surface of lower unit, it measured 21 1/4 inch and I moved it up 1/4 inch to 21 1/2 inches , when put back together wont shift into reverse, any suggestions on this problem. (1995 115 Evinrude crossflow powerhead)

 

[Joe Reeves]

Re: mike45

Measurement is to be taken in NEUTRAL and to be from the top surface of the lower unit to the CENTER of the shift rod hole.

I don't have the 1995 115hp manual at my finger tips so I don't know the exact measurement BUT if you measured in any other manner than mentioned above, therein lies your problem.

 

[mike45]

Re: mike45

thanks, I dont recall if i had it in nuetral, I turned the shift rod 4-5 turns to left to raise it 1/4 inch, is it possible to turn shift rod without dropping lower unit, putting back bolt with pin was a real job.

 

[Joe Reeves]

Re: mike45

Not possible.

 

[kenmyfam]

Re: mike45

Drop the lower unit. Put it back to where it was if it was good previously.

 

[mike45]

Re: mike45

Thanks guys, Im new to this forum and will be back.