So I got to the boat off the trailer this weekend... when I was moving it around on the trailer I noticed water draining out of the drain plug... so I jacked up the boat and it drained for at least 20 min
So the lower transom is probably toast. I have it on dollies which move great in the garage... not so well up the driveway lol. I was able to get the trailer in the back yard for an overhaul. I will probably be working on them simultaneously. I am going to try to get into the floor this weekend. And start assessing what all parts I was able to pull from the parts boat I bought! So fuel tank, controls, gauges, seat cushions, and etc... It also came with a really awesome part... a newer outboard!!! It's an 85 hp Force outboard! I will post pics soon!