Does it matter what gear you are in for Lower Unit Removal

[Caseyuconn]

1995 Johnson 88 SPL
OMC factory manual says put engine in reverse to remove lower unit.

Does it matter what gear you are in for lower unit removal???
Would being in Forward hurt?

 

[wilde1j]

Re: Does it matter what gear you are in for Lower Unit Removal

No, but it must go back the same as when removed. Rev likely gives more clearance

 

[oldcatamount]

Re: Does it matter what gear you are in for Lower Unit Removal

Not really sure about that, however, I would venture a guess that it's mainly an "accessibilty" issue. As long as you don't force anything, you should be fine. It's always best to follow the manual when you can though.

 

[JWhit]

Re: Does it matter what gear you are in for Lower Unit Removal

only matters in terms of making it easier to attach the linkage when putting back together (can be tight under the powerhead)

 

[Caseyuconn]

Re: Does it matter what gear you are in for Lower Unit Removal

Got home, shifted it to forward. Pulled cotter pin, pushed shift lever, than grabbed the shift lever with some needle nose pliers and pulled toward me. Had lower unit off in 7minutes from the start time.
Miles away from where I was yesterday.
Thanks for the helpful posts.