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2000 tohatsu 9.8b Lower unit leak

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ahava722

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Noticed a small water leak between lower unit and intermediate unit. Its in the front of the unit (not prop side) Looks like a small hole. Is this hole supposed to be there to release water from a internal water leak like a water pump gasket? Thanks for any help.
 
Most outboard motors have wee holes in the lower unit housings.--------It is to drain casting cavities to keep them from freezing in cold climates.----I have seen these holes plugged with sand and debris.----Have also seen them plugged with RTV by those who simply do not know about these things.
 
racerone said:
Most outboard motors have wee holes in the lower unit housings.--------It is to drain casting cavities to keep them from freezing in cold climates.----I have seen these holes plugged with sand and debris.----Have also seen them plugged with RTV by those who simply do not know about these things.
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With motor running with earmuffs on water squirts from this spot. Not like its just draining
 
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