228 Sterndrive - Bell Housing shift shaft ?

[Scottybluewater]

228 Sterndrive 1978 - 1982

There is excessive play on the shift shaft ( up & down) - very small

is this a problem.

i cannot find a mechanic who will service as they say old Mercruiser parts - so I am on my own

 

[Bt Doctur]

up and down is not a issue