Upper gear shifting rod

[frog]

Upper gear shifting rod looks like it is rusting
out,cannot get reverse under load.

How do i replace it ?

[boats.net]

You didn't say what engine you have, but the powerhead will have to be removed to replace upper shift shaft

[frog]

The MODEL is 115ceto (australia)

[Hamfisted]

Yeah if its a 1990 model they didn't start using stainless shift shafts till '93+ motors. The replacement shift shaft you buy will be stainless. If you don't have one already go to www.YamahaPubs.com and order yourself a service manual for your motor, they'll ship it to you. The powerhead will have to be removed to replace that shaft though. It can be a big job on an old motor like that. The mounting bolts tend to oxidize in the threads pretty bad and don't want to come out. Almost always requires a torch to heat up the area and free the bolts. During reassembly put some grease on the threads so it'll come apart easier next time.


Mike....... Miami, FL