Embarrased to say this...

Haysc

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:facepalm::facepalm::facepalm: during my lower unit oil change last night i unscrewed the shift rod screw ... i realized what i did and quickly screwed it back in.. my question is how do i tell if it is now out of adjustment? thanks!
 

F_R

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Re: Embarrased to say this...

You are talking about the little pivot pin? If you got it back in and it shifts, it is ok. There is no adjustment to it.
 

Haysc

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Re: Embarrased to say this...

the motor shifts ok.. a tiny bit of a jerk when going into reverse..i quickly screwed it back in.. i still dont know what the hell i was thinking..thanks!
 

samo_ott

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Re: Embarrased to say this...

It sounds like you're fine. You'd know if the shifter was not working properly. what model/engine?
 

samo_ott

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Re: Embarrased to say this...

btw, most folks have done that also...
 

Joe Reeves

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Re: Embarrased to say this...

Me? I've never done that (grin).

Lucky guy Haysc..... I suggest you purchase a lottery ticket and split the winnings with me.
 

Haysc

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Re: Embarrased to say this...

Me? I've never done that (grin).

Lucky guy Haysc..... I suggest you purchase a lottery ticket and split the winnings with me.
i need to win the lotto for sure!:D
 
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