79 merc 850 Idle question, what should my rpm's in nuetral?

tompowers85

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I was wondering what my rpm's should be at when my engine is at idle in nuetral. My book says 550-650 in forward, which is where i am at, but it idles at about 1200 rpm's in nuetral. I just want to make sure i will not damage my gears.
 

tompowers85

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Re: 79 merc 850 Idle question, what should my rpm's in nuetral?

Sorry the motor is a 75 merc 850.
 
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