mariner gears stuck

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Hi- bought a tinny with a 5hp Mariner o/board & it started beautifully but when I got it home & took it out on the lake it starts but won't go into forward or reverse gear. The lever seems just totally jammed. Any suggestions guys? :confused:
 

WillyBWright

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Re: mariner gears stuck

Check the gearlube. Check the linkages for free movement. Some motors won't allow shifting if the throttle is too high, check for maladjustment of that as well.
 

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Re: mariner gears stuck

Thx Willy but should you be able to put it into gear when it's not going? 'Cause you can't do that either! (Oh I guess that's obvious) :confused:
 

WillyBWright

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Re: mariner gears stuck

The motor or the prop need to be turning, or the engaging cogs could rest on top of each other instead of falling into place.
 
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