I have a 1968 20' Thompson runabout with a 231 interceptor engine and a Model C Eaton outer drive.
I have not been able to identify anyone in my area (Lansing - Muskegon) who will work on this outer drive.
I have a problem that is perplexing that began on Monday.
The boat is shifting into gear and working fine at low speed in forward and in reverse, but goes nowhere upon exceleration, ....basically anything over 1000 rpm or so.....
It does not appear to be the the cable adjustments and does not appear to be popping out of gear based on the position of the shifter but otherwise is acting like it is going out of gear.....forward and reverse.
I have removed the yoke, front and rear joint housing and see nothing abnormal.
Before I tear into this any further, I have some questions I am hoping you can help with...
Can this problem originate within the outer drive?
If yes, what would that be and what am I looking for if I were to disassemble this further?
Thanking in advance for any advice.
I have not been able to identify anyone in my area (Lansing - Muskegon) who will work on this outer drive.
I have a problem that is perplexing that began on Monday.
The boat is shifting into gear and working fine at low speed in forward and in reverse, but goes nowhere upon exceleration, ....basically anything over 1000 rpm or so.....
It does not appear to be the the cable adjustments and does not appear to be popping out of gear based on the position of the shifter but otherwise is acting like it is going out of gear.....forward and reverse.
I have removed the yoke, front and rear joint housing and see nothing abnormal.
Before I tear into this any further, I have some questions I am hoping you can help with...
Can this problem originate within the outer drive?
If yes, what would that be and what am I looking for if I were to disassemble this further?
Thanking in advance for any advice.