Prop spinning

[bcook204]

Hi All, I have a 1990 Evinrude V6 150hp. I just replaced the water pump, put everything back, runs and pees well. But now the prop spins when in neutral. What did I do wrong and how do I fix it. By the way it was the 1st time replacing water pump by myself. TIA

 

[racerone]

Did you turn the shift rod ?-----It must NOT be turned as that changes the shift adjustment.------And due to the differences in the bearings on forward and reverse gear it is quite common for the prop to turn running in neutral.

 

[flyingscott]

Ok is the prop locked in gear? When running the motor in neutral on muffs it is not uncommon for the prop to turn.

 

[bcook204]

No I didn't turn the shaft rod. But when I put it in forward I can see the shaft rod eye. I missed the pin? Do I have to take lower unit off again and redo?

 

[racerone]

No you don't.----Just get the pin in there.------Either move control or shift rod ( up or down ) to line up the hole.----Install the pin.

 

[bcook204]

Thanks racerone. I'll give it a try. It's just so tight in there. Hard to reach. But I'll get it done!