91 OMC stumbles and dies in reverse

[redone4x4]

I'm trying to help a friend out. He just bought a 91 VIP with the 4.3 OMC setup. It runs great, has plenty of power, runs in normal operating temperature and everything.
But when you put it in reverse, it starts sputtering/stumbling and eventually dies if you dont take it out after a few seconds. Im ordering a manual for it today, the boat is here at work with me since i told him i would try to help him out. any help is appreciated. Thanks!

 

[redone4x4]

Re: 92 OMC stumbles and dies in reverse

Re: 92 OMC stumbles and dies in reverse

anyone have any ideas? ESA maybe? I havent had a chance to look at it yet, just wanted a heads up before i jumped into it.

 

[cooter2506]

Re: 92 OMC stumbles and dies in reverse

Re: 92 OMC stumbles and dies in reverse

Maybe esa but I would check lower shift cable.

 

[redone4x4]

Re: 92 OMC stumbles and dies in reverse

Re: 92 OMC stumbles and dies in reverse

does it sound like the cable is bad, or just out of adjustment?

 

[cooter2506]

Re: 92 OMC stumbles and dies in reverse

Re: 92 OMC stumbles and dies in reverse

IM thiking it is a bad cable. Adjusting it just covers the problem usually. But follow the manual for the adjustment when you get the new cable.