Well things were a little worse than I thought. After 5 oil changes (incl. filter), transmission fluid change, a little carb work, new plugs, and of course the new starter, I believe things are nearly back to normal. I guess that the boat took more water than I originally thought. I am going to change the oil a couple of more times in the morning to make sure all the water is gone. The last oil change still showed a little water in the oil after about 5 to 10 minutes with the engine running. Hopefully I will have it back in the water by noon. I am keeping my fingers crossed. I was beginning to think that something was cracked. Last time I saw that much water in an engine was when I blew a head gasket in my old '85 Chevy many years ago. Wish me luck and thanks for all the input.

Storm