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F-N-R 1999 60hp

seadancin

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I have a 1999 Mercury 60 Horse Big Foot. What is the proper way to re-install lower unit to be sure the forward and reverse are correct.
 
Have everything set in neutral while the leg is still off. Cable control box set to neutral, turn prop back and forth to ensure it is in neutral, and then try sliding things back together. You may find that the driveshaft spline isn't alligned with the crankshaft socket. Just lower the leg and turn either the flywheel or the driveshaft a little to allow things to line up. Make sure you don't have any grease on the top of the driveshaft splines (on the sides only) or the leg may not slide all the way home (grease can not be compressed). This assumes you haven't adjusted any cabe length settings, if you hou may need the assistance of a manual to get it back right.
 
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