Quicksilver top mount dual engine throttle/shift control

[MattL]

Hi all, I have a 2001 2900 SCR with twin 4.3l's, Quicksilver dual binnacle with trim adjustment. The port engine throttle control lever is a bit stiff, I am wondering if there is an adjustment for this on this particular model? I have read that the single engine control has a friction adjustment screw, is this also true for the dual engine model.

on a side note: it shifts fine, its only affected when throttling up/down, and I have already disconnected the cable at the carb.

Thanks,
Matt

[mmwjr]

I believe the dual station unit also has adjustable drag screws. note the issue may be a stiff throttle cable, try disconnecting it at the engine to see if it makes a difference then at the throttle itself.

[MattL]

I did disconnect at the carb and it was still stiff.

[mmwjr]

Originally Posted by MattL

I did disconnect at the carb and it was still stiff.

Ok so now its between the cable and throttle. Need to disconnect the cable at the throttle to isolate.

[MattL]

well...I did remove the four screws that hold the control in place, and when I pulled the control straight up and out, I didn't see any way to remove the cables. I didn't want to go and break anything without asking for advice first. so, if you or anyone else can give me a few pointers, that would be great.
thanks,
Matt

[mmwjr]

Is it a quicksilver 3000?

Your best bet is to Google the manual to see how to work with your specific unit

[MattL]

not sure, thanks anyway, ill look into the manual.

[MattL]

ill try to post a pic

[mmwjr]

Originally Posted by MattL

ill try to post a pic
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Looks like the 3000

I have a paper copy but not familiar with dual control as I have a single.

[Lawnman]

Check the cable to make sure it didn't wear thru anywhere.

[MattL]

ok thanks, i'll check that out too.

[MattL]

update...

After removing my skirt and growing a set, I just went and started to dis assemble the control, it was actually very easy to do, I removed the throttle cable in question and the control moves smooth like butter, I will now be ordering a new throttle cable.

thank you to those who had some input for me.

Matt

[mmwjr]

Originally Posted by MattL

update...

After removing my skirt and growing a set, I just went and started to dis assemble the control, it was actually very easy to do, I removed the throttle cable in question and the control moves smooth like butter, I will now be ordering a new throttle cable.

thank you to those who had some input for me.

Matt

skirt or kilt?

[MattL]

ha! either or