Water leaking where the middle unit and lower unit meet

[DougDayFL]

I have a 1997 Johnson 115. I was flushing the engine when I saw water leaking between the middle and lower unit. I was getting a good stream from the water spout. Do I have an issue with this?

 

[fdrgator]

Totally normal. Any water leaking out there has gone through the engine, done its job, and is headed back to the sea anyway. The factory sealed that seam so guys like you wouldn't worry it. Don't worry, be happy, it's harmless.

 

[DougDayFL]

Thank you, fdrgator, for such a quick response. Have a great day.