bajaman

So...is there a general age or number of hours where one can expect to have this issue?

AllDodge

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IMO
Probably not, it depends on how the drive is used, how much HP, and what lube
Have not heard where its a bad problem, just happens every so often

ThisIsLivin

You can get the plastic gauge for shift cable adjustment from MerCruiser Tools and Supplies for the do-it-yourselfer really cheap. I keep it in my toolbox on the boat. They have improved the cable design, if you have an older drive, it may be worth getting a new cable. I was having similar problems and it was the cable.

widerholdt

Thank you for the info. I looked and didn’t see a shift cable gauge tool. Do you know what it’s called? Thanks much.

AllDodge

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The last couple of shift cables I've installed didn't need the tool because the cable was preadjusted 91-17262

widerholdt

Thank you

widerholdt

Thank you sir.