Re: 1958 Johnson 5.5hp carb/starting problem

[Anonymous]

quote Steve D:

In addition to your wire issues you could very well have water intrusion. Your picture makes it seem possible. Bad exhaust cover gasket? Are the stack of parts on the driveshaft in good order, especially #1 the gasket?

Im not sure,if pulling the lower to check it is my next to do so be it.