Re: Mercury 650 problems – is it worth an overhaul?

[shoestringmariner]

quote BillW:

Don’t forget, for the reverse lock to work right….and assuming everything IS mechanically correct…..you have to raise AND LOWER the motor in FORWARD gear, not running, of course. If you lower it in neutral, there’s a very good chance the hook will just sit on TOP of the angle adjusting rod, and not lock the motor down.

Thanks, I followed your instructions and the pawls still won’t engage. Looks like I have to drop the lower unit and have a look.