shift problem

[bobmartin]

I have a 1983 9.9 johnson seahorse that "jumps"out of forward gear. Any Ideas what is causing this??

 

[OBJ]

Re: shift problem

Bob...need a little more info. When it jumps out of gear, does it go right back in and feels like your hitting a log in the water? Or, does it stay outta' gear until you put it back in? Does the shift handle on the side of the motor return to neutral?<br /><br />Asking these questions cause you didn't post if it was a tiller control or remote.<br /><br />Thanks.

 

[bobmartin]

Re: shift problem

sorry about that. It is tiller control and yes it feels like you are hitting something. Sometimes it goes to neutral other times stay in forward.

 

[OBJ]

Re: shift problem

Assuming this only happens when your doing some "high speed" stuff, a possibilit is that the clutch dog and/or forward gear may be worn out. The lobes on the gear and dog get rounded over and don't hold at high speed ops. They kick out and back in.<br /><br />Now...not knowing how long you've owned the motor and if this is a new problem, another possiblity is the shift rod in the lower unit is outta adjustment.<br /><br />Gotta' manual? Otta get one or see your local wrench for a check up.

 

[bobmartin]

Re: shift problem

Haven't had it very long. Thanks for the help. I will have to see if I can find a manual.

 

[OBJ]

Re: shift problem

Bob...the OEM manuals are the prefered manual because of the specific info they give for a particular engine. Try the links below. Your problem is not a new one. Hopefully the cure will be simple.<br /><br />Good Luck.<br /><br /> http://ww3.kencook.com/evinrudejohnsonmanuals/ <br /><br /> http://www.marineengine.com/manuals/evinrude/order_pre-1980.html