Expert: tyler boehner - 3/10/2008

Question
I have a 1973 evinrude 65hp, model# 65373r, I just replaced the empeller on it, and I followed all the instructions in my manual, and I had a leak on the middle gasket of the exhaust manifold which I have repaired.  There is still no water coming out of the exhaust ports on the back of the motor, and the exhaust doesn't seem to be forcing itself out. I would think you could hold your hand about 12" away and still feel the exhaust, but right now, to feel it you have to put your hand about 3" away. I'm not sure where I've gone wrong.  It should probably be noted that I bought the boat, and it was probably sitting for over a year before it was run.  PLEASE HELP!!!
Tony

Answer
When you put the gear case back on the motor, it is possible to "miss" the water tube.  If the water tube didn't line up you won't get any water up to the engine.  Second thing to try is take out the thermostat and start the engine with the thermostat out of it.  If it is pumping water, water will shoot out of the thermostat.  That will tell you that you are getting water that far.