1969 9.5 evinrude running hot

[jkillam]

Installed new water pump kit and water leaving the motor is spitting or spraying out and gets very hot after a few minutes. Same trouble before I replaced the pump. Removed the thermostat and water really gushes out of the head. I'm thinking the exhaust housing may be clogged and is preventing proper circulation of water. Before I tear into the motor I'd appreciate any info to get me headed in the right direction if I'm not already. Thanks in advance!

[SEABEE#2]

Were you able to find out what was wrong with the motor? I am having the same problem with the same exact motor. The water coming out of the water exhaust is very hot to the touch. I am currently running champion j8c plugs but will be changing them to either j4c or j6c. Anything would help! Thanks!

[dockrat100]

Since the problem occurred nearly 11 years ago, I rather doubt the gentleman remembers the outcome of this particular problem. You would be better off starting a new thread, rather than resurrecting an old one.