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Hey Mumbles, the exhaust was coming out of those two holes I put in my 2nd pic; the holes looked man made; like someone went to the upper exhaust housing (above the grommets) and chiseled out two holes. I further confirmed this in observation because the P/N stamping was missing the last 2 numbers, along with comparison to some parts motors good exhaust housings.
Weird one. After two powerhead removals and a transplant of everything off this motor to another housing and stern bracket, I am calling it a night. The motor runs fine (blubbers at mid range until it clears out, but it I am guessing it’s a ’75 or ’76), but having exhaust sprayed directly in my face was a clear indicator that something was off.
Will report back tomorrow once I give it another run in the new suit.