1993 Johnson Evinrude "ET" 60 degrees LV Service Manual, P/N 508286, Page 210Get this manual
1301 37Adjust the shift rod as follows:
Check the shift rod height from the shift rod hole to the surface of the gearcase using OMC Universal Shift Rod Height Gauge, PIN 389997Shift rod height: 26 132 in(666,8 0,8 mm) With the shift rod in NEUTRAL and the offset facing forward, rotate the shift rod full turns up or down, as necessary, for correct adjustment38Install the water pump as described in Water Pump ServicingCOA6166