Hi<br /><br />I need some advice re: removing the lower unit on my 86 VRO V-4 Johnson in order to change the impeller. I disconnected the shift linkage at the "Jesus" pin beneath the lower carb; then removed all the lower unit bolts. I was able to separate the lower unit slightly, but it didn't want to drop off. I tried a little gentle persuasion with a few taps from a rubber mallet, but no go. How much persuasion is usually required? Should it just pull right off or should I expect to have to pry it off? The manual says the shift should be in reverse position; this didn't seem to help any. Any advice you guys out there can offer is appreciated...never did this before but am always willing to give anything a go...once!<br />Thanks
