Seized Shift Cable?

[lmorefield41]

I'm still stuck in the same positon. Pun Intended. The shifter/throttle lever will not move the shift cable that goes to the motor. The shifter/throttle lever only moves the throttle cable. I manually pulled on the shift cable and it didn't budge; won't budge. Any ideas as to what I might do to get this functioning so I can put the outdrive back on and move one step closer to getting her back on the water?

 

[Don S]

Re: Seized Shift Cable?

Disconnect the shift cable from the shifter and see if the shifter then works. If it does, replace the cable.

 

[achris]

Re: Seized Shift Cable?

If I point a loaded gun at my foot and pull the trigger, will it make a hole in my foot? :facepalm:

 

[Don S]

Re: Seized Shift Cable?

If I point a loaded gun at my foot and pull the trigger, will it make a hole in my foot? :facepalm:

Not if you miss.

 

[lmorefield41]

Re: Seized Shift Cable?

Thanks Don, and I'm lost Chris. When I put the shifter control back together, is there a certain way that the ring has to be positioned in order for the control to work properly? Here's a picture. http://i1134.photobucket.com/albums/m620/lmorefielf41/IMG_1041-1.jpg

 

[Don S]

Re: Seized Shift Cable?

That picture is of no help. If you disconnet the cable from the control, does the control work as it's supposed to?

 

[lmorefield41]

Re: Seized Shift Cable?

Haven't disconnected it yet Don, won't be able to get to it until tomorrow. I will do so then let you know. I was asking about the shifter/throttle control for general purpose, the video of me taking it apart has been corrupted and I'm not sure how to position it when putting it back together, even after I figure out the issue with the shift cable. I will get back with you tomorrow about the cable and go from there. Thanks a million.