The reversing gear really screams when you rev it up to 2,000+ RPM, and I think until you are used to the noise, it scares people.
Also, newer users to the A4 may not realize they need to lean on the gear lever to hold pressure on the reversing band to keep the prop shaft fully engaged.
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-Shawn
"Holiday" - '89 Alura 35 #109
"Twice Around" - '77 C-30, #511 with original A-4 & MMI manifold - SOLD! (no longer a two boat owner!!)
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