idles fine but in gear cuts off

[1981century2009]

Just took my new to me 1981 century mercruiser 228 for the first time out. I did not get past the ramp. Boat idles fine, once I put it in gear it cuts off unless I am quick on the throttle. I have new plugs, cap, rotor, coil, wires, and a pertronix ingintorII kit. The boat was inspected at a dealer 2 weeks ago and was given an ok. Could it be the card needs to be adjusted, or something like that? If I am quick on the throttle seems ok . Maybe I need a new card like an edelbrock. So far I have owned this boat 1 month and have only been to the boat ramp. Any help?

 

[Bt Doctur]

Re: idles fine but in gear cuts off

When you shift does the shift interlock activate and kill the motor,if so the lower shift cable may need replacement

 

[1981century2009]

Re: idles fine but in gear cuts off

If i am quick on the throttle it does not cut-off. only seems at idle.

 

[jerryjerry05]

Re: idles fine but in gear cuts off

Replace the lower shift cable.That will cure your problem.J

 

[Bt Doctur]

Re: idles fine but in gear cuts off

If the interlock activates going into gear the lower cable is binding.We need to know if it`s working or not .
the switch is supposed to work ONLY coming out of gear when there is a load on the prop.should not work on trailer.
Trying to narrow it down.

 

[1981century2009]

Re: idles fine but in gear cuts off

Is it possible I did not let the engine warm up long enough? idle time was about 2-3 mins.

 

[ziggy]

Re: idles fine but in gear cuts off

did you read this from the adults only sticky?

http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?p=1930449#post1930449

 

[wca_tim]

Re: idles fine but in gear cuts off

I didn't read the sticky... but before you replace anything i would try adjusting the shift interrupt switch