forward controls?

[RTZ]

My evinrude v4 uses model 0174229 forward control box. My controls were very hard to operate. It was not the cables. It is a surface mount with only one lever. I took it apart to clean and lubricate. Probably a mistake, kind of complex workings. My only problem is a small steel ball fell out and I do not know where it belongs. It has something to do with (Neutral). It shows it on exploded view on the parts chart, but not where the ball goes. My manual does not even say where it goes.
Anyone run into this before? Please help if you can. Thank You

 

[F_R]

Sure, we know what you are talking about. It's a detent ball. But it would help us if you were to give a clue as to what exactly a 0174229 is. At least a year, or picture or something. Yeah, we could search and hunt, but let's make it easier.

 

[RTZ]

Sorry, it is a 1987 Evinrude 88hp v4 model E88MSLCUS. The control box is a flush mount, black with a single lever. I will see if I can get a picture for you. Thank you.

 

[oldboat1]

Might look for a tension control knob on the shift box.

 

[F_R]

OK, I see it #8 in the parts list, but sorry to say I don't know the answer