Merc 80hp stuck in reverse

Rocket

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Hi.<br />I hope someone here can help. I changed the water pump impeller (sp?) on my early 1980's 80hp 4cyl. Merc. and the lower unit is now stuck in reverse gear. When we pulled the lower unit, we didn't move anything....shift shaft....shift lever....etc.<br />I've had the unit in and out of it and can't find neutral no matter where I turn the shaft. The prop turns the driveshaft in reverse and ratchets when turned the other way.<br />Oh yeah....It worked fine before we pulled it.<br />Thanks....
 
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