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  1. Sashap

    Shift shaft backwards?

    thanks! it was backwards. By the way, I'm no expert, but I think you need a new housing or at least grind off the sharp edges!
  2. Sashap

    Shift shaft backwards?

    Thanks all! It was backwards! All done, mounted and oiled up!
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    Shift shaft backwards?

    fwd is 12oclock neutral is 1 oclock rev is 2oclock. on bench.
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    Shift shaft backwards?

    the shift shaft will only turn CW right now
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    Shift shaft backwards?

    I got to thinking. Could it be that I have the shift yoke in backwards?
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    Shift shaft backwards?

    Just finished swapping lower unit case. Used all parts from old unit. When testing shifting and prop operation all seemed perfect. Standing at back with prop facing me I rotate shift shaft with point facing away from me and prop locks as in forward gear. Slight turn right - clockwise I’m...
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    assemble Alpha 1 gen 2 lower unit issue

    Found the issue. I compared the gear to the old one. Way different size. The new gear was a good 1/2 inch smaller. So I pressed out the old gear/bearing and the new gear/bearing and put in the old gear/bearing. The condition of the old gear was excellent and the bearing was not removed from...
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    assemble Alpha 1 gen 2 lower unit issue

    The bearing carrier was supplied completely assembled. All new parts, including the gear etc.
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    assemble Alpha 1 gen 2 lower unit issue

    Also, I did verify the pinion gear was shimmed properly using the shimming tool.
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    assemble Alpha 1 gen 2 lower unit issue

    I am using a brand new fully assembled bearing carrier. The old bearing carrier was cracked.
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    assemble Alpha 1 gen 2 lower unit issue

    When I put in the new bearing carrier and just hold it in place by hand, the prop shaft and vertical shaft appear to operate normally. When shifting the lever, it changes direction correctly and smoothly. However, when I tighten the prop shaft with the big nut, something binds up and I can't...
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    alpha one gen 2 install lower driveshaft

    I'm reassembling after changing my lower unit case. I have all new seal kit as well and new vertical drive shaft needle bearing. Problem is that I am unsure if I have the shift spool and shift shaft in properly. It seems I have a lot of front/back play after pushing in the bearing carrier...
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    shimming tool dimensions

    I am in need of upper and lower shimming tools. Does anyone where to buy? Alternately, are dimensions available so I can make my own?
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    Alpha One Gen 2 Top Cap Bearing Slipping

    I have a new bearing race and a replacement top cap. When I put in the new bearing race cone, it went in normally stiff. However, after an hour of boating, I took off the cap to inspect and the bearing just fell out! I purchased some Loctite 660 (fricking expensive stuff) and let it cure 48...
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    swap carb will it work?

    I need to replace my carb. It has physical damage and stripped screws from previous owner. 1992 Mercruiser 3.0L [ALPHA I] [ 430B000ES ]. It has the original mercarb. I found a mercarb for $170. But the number shows it's a 1389-9562 which appears to be a 1986. Will this work? I can swap jets and...
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    weird clicking vibration from drive I think.

    Sometimes when I slow down from high speed or speed up from idle, I hear a weird bumping clicking noise that sounds like outdrive but not sure. It's almost like the sound made when slowing down from high speed and engine goes to idle but prop is spinning from moving through water fast. The...
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    low power until 2400 rpm then just takes off

    weird situation. very hard to get rpms up but as soon as it hits 2400 rpm every time it then rockets off. But, can't get past 4100 rpm. Overall, I don't care if it doesn't go over 4100, but I would like the bottom hole shot. I have a new fancy 4 blade 15 pitch prop to fix hole shot (this...
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    Degrees timing

    1992 mercruiser 3.0 serial D706324. What is correct timing at idle? Mine is 0 degrees right now. Would 1 degree Btdc make a difference? If so, how? Everything else is smooth but could use touch more power. I know about prop, weight, etc. Just this question on timing please.
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    Gimbal Bearing

    TWO DAYS! Two days I have now lost to this bearing. Mercruiser 3.0 with Alpha One Phase II. Firstly, I live in an area where tool stores etc are not well stocked. Everyone can promise they will get what you need by Thursday - not saying which week. I have a very well equipped shop for all kinds...
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    vacuum gauge reading 12

    mercruiser 3.0. I hooked up a vacuum gauge to the intake manifold today. It reads about 12. While it was warming, it did jump up and down about 4-5 either way. When it warmed up, the jumping levellled off to the 12 reading. I attempted to set the idle screw but it was really hard to turn...
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