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My first opportunity to get back aboard came a few days later. First, I went through the boat and removed all the loose gear, headed either to the dumpster or into the shop for storage.
My goal for the day was to try and run the engine. Though I'd already decided in my mind to replace it--it just seemed like a new engine would be the better and more enjoyable choice going forward--I wanted to see it run, for my own sake and so that I could document it when I wanted to sell the old engine later.
Not knowing the state of the gas tank on board, I used a portable can and hose to set up a temporary fuel line, set up a hose and cuffs over the lower unit, and got to work starting the motor. I think it had been some time since the engine was last used--years--but it started pretty easily and ran well enough, all things considered. It pumped water well and seemed like it was basically in fine working order. The steering didn't work, so I couldn't straighten the engine.
Higher Speed-ish
Idle Speed-ish
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