Jim wrote:

Terry,

My suggestion is to pull the plugs ASAP and and crank it by hand
(rope starter) to get as much water out of it as you can, then go
ahead and use the electric starter a bit after that. When
comfortable you got most all of the water out of it, go ahead and
put the plugs back in (assuming they are dry) and run the motor
long enough to get it all warmed up. Assuming you mean fresh water
rather than salt water (such as an intracoastal waterway) you may
not need to bring it in for any further service, but hopefully one
of the mechanics on this board will correct me if I'm wrong on
this point.

-Jim




It didn't sound like Terry was willing to attempt this himself, but if
he can get it running, this would be the best.

You have to be sure it was not hydro-locked - & no damage (bent rods
etc.) before firing it up, if it makes any horrific bearing or rod noise
shut it down right away.

Rob