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    Will trolling overheat water pump?

    1970 65 hp merc outboard<br /><br />My plastic base plate for the water pump was slightly melted and leaked water into the lower unit. was this from trolling very slow and overheating? It's been fixed now but I'm afraid to run the motor slow for any length of time.<br />I did start the motor...
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    Can Lower Unit Be Left Drained?

    I found water in my lower unit and left it drained until I can have it repaired in 2 months. The boat is in a warm California climate covered in the driveway. Is it ok to leave drained until repair?
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    Lower end water. other questions

    I had a 1/4 cup water in lower unit of 1970 Merc 650<br />water pump was replaced 4 years ago or 60 hrs.<br />I have started the motor in the driveway many times for a few seconds with no water to make sure it runs.<br /><br />If the driveshaft is rusted will an outboard shop fill it and turn it...
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