I’ve got an 86’ Sunsport with the 350 Windsor. Just rebuilt the tranny so I’m finally ready to get this rebuild on the water but now the I have 3 more issues:

1. The right side / starboard side is producing a good amount of black soot that is staining the back of the boat

2. The right side / starboard side is running much hotter than port-side. Haven’t shot it with a laser but it is very much noticeable by touch.

3. The engine will sputter out and die after a few minutes.

Once I get the bell housing and tranny back in I’m going to start working over the engine. I’m curious what steps I should take for trouble shooting? So far I have (1) tuning the carb and (2) doing a dry and wet compression check. Any other suggestions?


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