shift rod disconnect 115 EL77S Johnson

[ngimpel]

I want to replace water pump but can not any bolt that is suppose to hold shift linkage to shift rod. The shift linkage looks like a 2 prong fork with the notched end of the shift rod between the forks, but I see no bolt. Can someone help.
Thanks Nick North Wildwood

 

[kenmyfam]

Re: shift rod disconnect 115 EL77S Johnson

Check this out. It may help.

http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=309188

 

[ngimpel]

Re: shift rod disconnect 115 EL77S Johnson

I found your instructions they are very good. But I see no bolt. The top of the shift rod is notched and fits between a twin shift linkage. Can not locate any bolt at top of shift rod. thank You for your reply.

 

[RDJuhl]

Re: shift rod disconnect 115 EL77S Johnson

I have a 1973 85 HP...but after reviewing the schematic for your engine, suspect yours is the same set up.

The shift rod extends up the exhaust housing, and connects to the engine just below the carbs.
I found mine when looking from the starboard side...look under and behind the carbs. I then removed a bolt holding the shift linkage to the block, which allows you to spread the arms holding the pin to the shift rod. I could then reach in with a long needle nose pliers to remove the pin/bolt which is holding the shift rod to the shift linkage. Good luck...not really difficult...just irritating.

 

[ngimpel]

Re: shift rod disconnect 115 EL77S Johnson

Thank You Seaman, I will try it now.

 

[ngimpel]

Re: shift rod disconnect 115 EL77S Johnson

Thank you Seaman, After your help I got it apart, I took off the shift linkage and the choke selinoid to have more access.Now to the marina for a water pump kit.
Thank You again.
Nick

 

[RDJuhl]

Re: shift rod disconnect 115 EL77S Johnson

Excellent work ngimpel! Many people are stumped on this process...and it is difficult to explain without a diagram.