Power head installed, a few issues though

Thanks to the many who helped me in my endeavor. I started up my newly rebuilt head(1981 90 HP johnson). I've installed a new water pump and t-stats(once again with advice from people on this forum). I now have a few last questions. I fired up the motor briefly with the ear muffs on. Water coming out of the tell tale just fine. Couple of things have me concerned:<br />1. ) Water from under the newly built head(up front)- powerhead to 'midsection' gasket?<br />2. ) It seems my fuel connection from my tank line to the motor is not completely 'tight', I can hear it hiss a bit when I pump it up.<br />Does anybody have the Joe Reeves method for checking temp? I don't have any guages for this thing...something about put your hand on the head for count of five..<br />--------------------<br />Thanks,<br />Minnesota Jman

Re: Power head installed, a few issues though

Just as a thought, is the rebuilt powerhead the exact same block that came off or is this an exchange deal?

Re: Power head installed, a few issues though

Re 1. Water comming out just above the gearcase is OK but not from the base of the powerhead.<br /><br />Re 2. If you have the standard OMC connector there is a small o ring that should provide a seal to the male end on the motor that probably needs to be replaced. If that is it do both connectors and carry a couple of spare o rings in your tool box.<br /><br />Put your fingers on the block just above the head for the heat test. Also test the overheat horn (it is in the gear shift/throttle assembly) by grounding the brown wire from the sender with the ignition on - but motor off.

Re: Power head installed, a few issues though

Dhadley, SoLittle,<br />Thanks for responding. This is my powerhead rebuilt. The water does seem to come out from just beneath the powerhead. I suspect I need to buy another gasket and some sealer. When I put the motor up (on tilt) lots of water coming out from midsection. I'll try the sending wire once I locate it. <br />10,000 Lakes and no boat!