Bravo 3 shift detent

[Jatsie]

I recently purchased a 2004 crownline with a Bravo 3. It is very difficult to shift. The lower shift cable has been replaced. I removed the detent ball, and it shifts great. Is it okay to leave this detent and spring out? Thank you

 

[Docksidemarineservices]

No.......

 

[fastjeff]

How about looking for a softer spring?

Jeff

 

[Jatsie]

Thanks. Is this there to keep it in neutral?