broken shift linkage bolt

[tashasdaddy]

head twisted of shift linkage bolt. the one that goes thru the coupling, and the shift rod, (2000 225 Johnson) easiest way to get it out?

 

[ezeke]

Re: broken shift linkage bolt

First thing to do is take the port side lower cowl off so you can get to it to work on it; Four screws from starboard side and two clips inside.

Left hand bits starting with a small one and gradually increase. Heat from drilling will help with the corrosion that is probably binding the screw.

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: broken shift linkage bolt

thanks, another verification of my thoughts. cleaning up previous work. guess what, heads broken on the starboard side also.

 

[seahorse5]

Re: broken shift linkage bolt

It is easier to just pull the port side cover and use a Dremel tool cutter or a chisel to split the aluminum clevis piece. Then remove the screw holding the clevis to the shaft and you are done.

A new clevis and screw and lockwasher assembled using marine grease will be fine for a long time.

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: broken shift linkage bolt

thanks, does sound a lot easier. neither way is fun.