Shifter Linkage 1971 Merc 1150

[kenfolk]

We replaced the water pump impeller on the 1971 Merc 1150. It shifts into fwd and neut. but not into reverse by using the helm control. If we lift the eng. cover we can manipulate the linkage and the unit will shift into reverse. We've (we think) run out of cable adjustment. Any advice on procedure? Is it the linkage cable or something more insidious?

 

[Clams Canino]

Re: Shifter Linkage 1971 Merc 1150

The motor has to be running or the prop spun by hand to get reverse to go in. Trying to shift into reverse without rotation can result in damage. The manual states this.<br /><br />-W

 

[kenfolk]

Re: Shifter Linkage 1971 Merc 1150

Thanks, It was running. I probably wasn't clear about the problem. When I use the shift lever, I have neutral and forward but it won't shift all of the way into reverse with the shift lever. However, we can move the linkage at the motor and get it into reverse. I don't know if it's the linkage from the shift lever to the motor or down farther in the l/u.

 

[Clams Canino]

Re: Shifter Linkage 1971 Merc 1150

disconnect he cable and re-adjust / center it for a true neutral.<br /><br />If that don't fix it - the shiufter or the llower is quite worn.<br /><br />-W

 

[Clams Canino]

Re: Shifter Linkage 1971 Merc 1150

disconnect the cable and re-adjust / center it for a true neutral.<br /><br />If that don't fix it - the shiufter or the llower is quite worn.<br /><br />-W