91 Evinrude 6hp, Reverse gear won't work.

[Tinny_Guy]

Hi guys, To start off with, the thoughts and prayers of the Australian people are with you in this difficult time. It is a WORLD tragedy- not just an American one. <br /><br />Recently my outboard became stuck in reverse gear, while out on the water. It had stalled after i hit a mudbank reversing. I had to really pull to get it into neutral so I could start it again. Now when reverse gear is selected it does not turn the prop. What did I break? Will the motor be safe running in forward gear? Will anything be floating around the gear box waiting to be chewed up? I would appreciate the help since my dad is paranoid about it breaking and won't let me get out on the water. Plus I don't fancy a long row back to the boat ramp.

 

[clanton]

Re: 91 Evinrude 6hp, Reverse gear won't work.

This engine has a shear pin on prop,probley broke when hit mud bank.

 

[harrison20002]

Re: 91 Evinrude 6hp, Reverse gear won't work.

Tinny; If the shear pin had broken you would not be able to go forward. Sounds more like the shift spring in your lower unit. I recently had a similar problem, only mine wouldn't go forward. It would go into gear but the prop wouldn't turn. Replaced the clutch dog and spring. Now all is well! Hope this helps. Hal

 

[harrison20002]

Re: 91 Evinrude 6hp, Reverse gear won't work.

BUMP!