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Have you tried 2 screwdrivers or crowbars?

No sir, you do have to release the shifter pin to release the lower unit though.

It's you water tube leaking. You have to remove the lower unit and while you're at it replace the water pump and grommet. https://www.amazon.com/Evinrude-Johnson-Through-Impeller-Replaces/dp/B07BHTGQT3

That makes sense. I'll either be a genius or a big dummy tomorrow.

I actually tried pex at first. The pex didn't work. It didn't seal well and the diameter wasn't as close as this Polaris tubing. It actually does shrink(polaris tubing) and seals well. I tested it first before I started.

I have that water pump setup with the grommets. I bought the engine and didn't think about checking the water flow. I installed the engine on the boat and finally noticed no water flow. I pulled the lower unit and discovered the water tubes severely damaged. So instead of using the grommets I...

You're not invited but I'll send you some with uber eats. lol

Do this part look more accurate? Is it over heating?

I think dextron 3 is pretty universal. I would look up your boat and see the correct fluid. Also if you have 2 engines, make sure you use the same fluid. Per google reading.

I would try lime-a-way a drill bit and some guitar strings and a case of beer.

Using band clamp and needle nose to reshape water tubes.