I have the same motor but a 2002, not sure about your spark problem but I never have to pump the primer bulb all season it stays firm all the time, maybe you have a bad fuel pump , there are 2. one diaphragm and one electric. there's a Shrader valve (looks like a car tire air valve) on top front...
it's the middle and lower cyl on starboard side , the middle one was just a few drops of water , the lower one an ounce or too. I ordered the gasket and seal but they won't be in until Tues. or weds. . I also took off thermostats housing and there was no thermostats in either side . my dealer...
so I got the divider plate off , only 1 bolt was a little tuff to remove , and it was not rotten at all , a little carbon but not bad , so where should I be looking next ? head gasket ? Thanks
ok it's a "o" didn't know that Dukedog . I clicked on your picture above your name , in the picture is the divider plate between the 2 cyl. banks . Thanks
serial # OT556519 engine ran fine all last year , when taking it to boat ramp at end of season in no wake zone (about 10 min ride) notice temp gauge going up , no alarm sounded and no sign of over heating. where i keep boat in winter i hooked up garden hose (not muffs) and flushed with water...