2 questions.. pics included
 

Replacing my bellows/gimbal etc.. (first time) just a quick question make sure I have this right.

Shift cable thru the bellhousing there was no gasket.. or ring or washer of any kind:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...shiftcable.jpg

I assume there should be something to keep the water back.. is it
#12 in the breakdown??
http://www.mercruiserparts.com/Show_...nd+Shift+Cable


Secondly, anyone ever measure this distance.. just wanna make sure it`s in there correctly

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...us/bellows.jpg


and if anyone could point me in the direction of a service manual that would be a big help..

thank you!
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Dan

just measured my bellows it is 2" also

mercruiser manuel calls it a seal washer

Thanx!

http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?p=1693398#post 1693398

Just look for the one you need and download it. I have several of them I keep on a memory stick. The actual merc manuals are verey expensive.