1954 Evivrude rod?

[Don Wheeler]

I have a 1954 Evivrude, there is a rod that has something to do with the reverse is engaged, the rod has a spring on the end not attached to anything, I can't figure where it should be attached, it runs down the shaft. I hope someone can help me. Thank you

 

[Big Gee]

Any chance of a picture?

 

[Don Wheeler]

I'll try,, I'm almost 78 so I'll try and get a picture of it.

 

[Don Wheeler]

Here is a picture.