I have an 1988 40hp evinrude that is having some issues. I replaced the impeller, dumped the VRO pumps for a standard fuel pump, and did some routine maintenance early last year. Have only had the boat out a few times since then, and continue to have the same problem. Motor will go into forward gear fine, but just clicks when trying to go into reverse. I bought a new shift cable, thinking there was too much play in the old one, but it didn't help. I am thinking its the shift linkage not aligned properly with the shift rod, but not sure. And also....can anyone tell me how to get the damn play out of throttle and shift cables? It's driving me nuts!!!