On Mon, 12 Mar 2007 17:13:37 GMT, "RG" wrote:

The behavior you describe is usually associated with a low level of outdrive
lubricant in the reservoir, but you say it's normal. I would suggest having
another person aboard and having them visually inspect the level of the
reservoir while the boat is running at 3100+ RPM to see if the level has
dropped.

Thanks but we did that. It seemed to be fine.