Re: What year merc. and future repairs??
Hi James,<br /> It's not looking good. The leak around the plug hole is likely indicative of more internal corrosion. In order to remove the rear water jacket cover, you're likely going to end up breaking a bunch of bolts, and likely damaging the cover or even the block. Also, you'll have to remove the powerhead from the exhaust housing in order to remove the bottom-most bolts. Lots of room for corrosion headaches. Mercs of that era don't do well in salt over long periods.<br /><br />Your repair guy might be right - BUT, you won't know until you get into it. You might get lucky with it...<br /><br />Good luck!<br /><br />- Scott