Fwiw I tend to agree with you that for wash down purposes the scoop should face the stern. For engine intake it would be forward..as your hanging it off the stern you probably could easily swap it if needed..
I can't help ya much but I had an old 1980 model 350 that had the studs pressed into the head and it was bad about jacking the studs loose. I had to knock them back in and pin them..
Ya know, I don't feel the love. Your boat is an IT nightmare. It's lovely but way more boat than I could ever deal with..I guess I'm too old to understand the attraction. I wish you the best and will always follow your thoughts with respect..
I like your idea but... always a but.. water passing through the out drive will be a bit warmer than the water in the pond...if accuracy is not needed it seems a great idea...
I've not done it but a few here have. You need the kit for dimensions and assorted hardware. I'm not knowledgeable enough to say if it works on the MC..