michael_l
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"This engine has very low hour
"This engine has very low hours on it has been extremely reliable. Though the hours are low, I figured I was due for an impeller because it has been several seasons. The service manual spelled the procedure out and it came apart cleanly and a new impeller, wear plate, liner and gaskets were installed. Re-installtion of the lower unit is the snag. The unit is in reverse and the shift rod engaged in the rod joint clamp.I have tried for what seems like hours and it appears that the splines of the drive shaft won't slide all the way up. Is there a secret to this or simply keep adjusting the drive shaft slightly until it meshes up?"
"This engine has very low hours on it has been extremely reliable. Though the hours are low, I figured I was due for an impeller because it has been several seasons. The service manual spelled the procedure out and it came apart cleanly and a new impeller, wear plate, liner and gaskets were installed. Re-installtion of the lower unit is the snag. The unit is in reverse and the shift rod engaged in the rod joint clamp.I have tried for what seems like hours and it appears that the splines of the drive shaft won't slide all the way up. Is there a secret to this or simply keep adjusting the drive shaft slightly until it meshes up?"