Dropping lower unit?

[max19661966]

Hi all
I need to replace the impeller on my j50belcic, 1981 50hp johnson,
ive never done this before but I'm mechanically self taught, I know about most of the bolts but not sure about how to disconnect the shift rod? And if the motor needs to be in gear or not? If there is a step by step, would help a lot.....
cheers Max

 

[racerone]

Re: Dropping lower unit?

Gear selection does not matter.---------Removing the starter motor makes it easier to remove the shift rod pin.-----Do not turn the shift rod once the lower unit is off.

 

[boobie]

Re: Dropping lower unit?

An OEM factory service manual would really help you for any problems on the motor.

 

[Bosunsmate]

Re: Dropping lower unit?

Look at which way the shift rod is orientated, one end bends a bit and i think keeps the hole for the screw slightly one way of centre. It needs to be that way to reinstall otherwise the shiftshaft rubs against the housing and gets stuck
I just undo the shift cable when i do this as it makes it much easier. The worst thing that can happen is that you drop the screw down the hole on reinstall