94 Johnson 150 popped into neutral - will not shift

whagopian

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My 1994 150 Johnson Ocean Runner popped into neutral under power and left me floating on the calm waters of Matlacha Pass in SW Florida today. I had to be towed in because forward & reverse do nothing. It looks like the shift rod is moving up and down properly below the carbs although it's hard to get a good look at it. I've never had any problem with it and there was no unusual noise when it shifted into neutral. Before I remove the lower unit what might I check?
 

Dhadley

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Re: 94 Johnson 150 popped into neutral - will not shift

When you start the motor does it still pump water?
 

whagopian

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Re: 94 Johnson 150 popped into neutral - will not shift

Yes and now I can see that the lower unit is cracked, bulged, and broken. I'd say it is history. Thanks!
 

Dhadley

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Re: 94 Johnson 150 popped into neutral - will not shift

Well, at least its not the crank splines....sounds like the pinion broke.
 

Dhadley

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Re: 94 Johnson 150 popped into neutral - will not shift

If you need any help locating one let me know. I'll give you the contact info for some good guys nearby. They have them here on iboats as well.
 
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