i've got an '87 model long shaft evinrude 15, and i've decided to replace the water pump. however when i tore it down, a few things caught my eye...<br /><br />on the extension housing there is a hole in the side that goes to tube that the driveshaft is located in. it was plugged up with what seems to be pitch. i was able to scrape it out with my fingernail. is this hole supposed to be open? it doesn't look like water that could get in has anywhere to go.<br /><br />also, when i pulled off the pump housing, there was a little white "hat" type bushing thing underneath the upper seal. it's made of plastic and looks like it's seen better days. is it something that was made obsolete by the newer water pump kit, or do i need a new one?<br /><br />i've got a factory manual and i think i'd be better off with some generic one! the only parts breakdowns that it shows are diagrams for where to put certain types of grease etc, doesn't say what each part is!
