1976 4hp water pump

[kroeger]

my 1976 evinrude i just purchased last week was running for the first time tonight with some sea foam. the guy i bought it from told me that he had just replaced the water pump last year, while it was running i had very little water coming out of the water output, almost seeping/dripping. i am planing on removing and inspecting my water pump when my manual comes in, but just for reinsurance and ease of mind i would like to know just how much water should i be seeing coming out the output? is this normal? oh yeah i was running it out of a garbage can if that makes a difference. thanks Steve

[boats.net]

There should be a consistant stream, trash can is good as long as the motor sits far enough in it.