Got the bilge pump working again and ran new hose and took the boat out this weekend for a short run. Didn't want to run it too long due to the previous owner saying the lower unit seals leaked. Idled around for 10 min and then went for a run. Hit 43mph on the gps with just me and a full tank of gas. There was definitely more speed to gain if the water was flat and I could trim it out more. The binnacle hits the console @ WOT also. I need to take the carb cover off and see if the plates are opening all the way. Came back and put the boat on the lift to check the LU oil and it was fine. Still need to get the Lower unit pressure tested to see if its ok.
Ive added the only two pics I could get of it sitting in the water. Water does come in through the scuppers if I stand in the corner, but that's expected.
