80s Johnson 35 hp lower unit

[bake03]

model number j35elcts
serial number f5801075

Trying to remove the lower unit. Everything is undone except the top of the shifter rod. How do I undo it. Any one have pictures ? I have something sheared I believe. Starts and runs but feels like a tooth missing on something when in forward only. Thank you

 

[Cofe]

Re: 80s Johnson 35 hp lower unit

Your model number indicates your Johnson is a 1983 model.

Loosen the four side bolts, and nut on the stud on the front of the lower unit. Remove the water intake screens. Disconnect the top portion of the shift rod behind the water intake screens. Lift the upper portion of the nut up the shift rod to expose the plastic keeper that was under the nut. The keeper has a vertical slit in it that you can spread with your finger nail or small screwdriver. Remove the keeper. Shift motor into forward gear. The upper nut on the shift connection is now removable. Remove the four bolts, and the nut in the front. Lower the unit carefully. Good Luck.

Here are some pics of the shift connection under the water intake screens. Letter F points to the plastic keeper.

 

[bake03]

Re: 80s Johnson 35 hp lower unit

got it off thanks for the help