I run mine with the alpha and a thru hull(sea strainer) to the raw water pump (bravo engine).
that's ok...but...you need to instal the [censored] interupt on the new engine.also,you need to install the block off for the cooling water tube-from the swivel assembly,to the engine.you're also gonna need to remove the water pump impeller from the drive...
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