1962 Rude 5.5 shift handel' help please

[kodibass]

I just got a 62 evinrude 5.5 mod# 5524r-09197 seems to be a nice little kicker but has a broken off shift handle, Do I need to pull the powerhead to get the old one off & put on a new one? I see no nut or bolt on whats left of the old shifter handle. any help app.

thanks i/a kb

 

[raczekp1]

Re: 1962 Rude 5.5 shift handel' help please

yes you have to pull powerhead-its easy and nice work.dont be afraid

before you order shift handle,wait becouse this shift handle is conected with shift rod by conector(aluminium)-this can break,
order parts after tearing down

 

[F_R]

Re: 1962 Rude 5.5 shift handel' help please

The inner lever has a slot and is clamped tight by a screw. Completely remove the screw and slide the lever off the shifter shaft. DO NOT attempt to spread it open at the slot, because that WILL break it.

You will need a new powerhead gasket and a new 303355 seal plate gasket, and a new 303347 seal o-ring. Make sure the rest of those seal parts are in good shape too. That stuff is a powerhead killer if neglected. Also, get a new o-ring for the shifter shaft.

When is the last time the water pump impeller was replaced? This is an excellent time to do it, because the powerhead has to come off for that too.

 

[kodibass]

Re: 1962 Rude 5.5 shift handel' help please

thanks so much for the part #'s I will do the pump also, and take my time with it. I'v never done this before so I'll just go slow.. besides I know I have help here!