Not sure whats up

[oigetit]

I have a 1981 Merc 110. Have never used it or even had it running. I just replaced the impeller. I was checking to make sure the shift positions were correct and found that it will not shift to reverse. Any ideas?

 

[CedarRiverScooter]

Did you rotate flywheel while trying to move shift lever?

 

[oigetit]

That is quite possible but not intentional. How is that a concern? Not second guessing. Due to a head injury I am trying to "re-learn".

 

[richg99]

I'm not a motor guy, but I believe that the engine should be running in order for it to shift properly. At the very least, you have to turn the prop.

richg99

 

[oigetit]

richg99...
I wondered about that myself. I will get it in some water and test it.
Thank you

 

[stinkfoot]

Like Rich says, try turning the prop to slip it into reverse.