Im putting together a Carrera SS7M with a 454 Mag and Bravo. The transom assembly I got looks like it has a combination of a corrosion restricted water hose and/ or somebody filled the water pass through with silicone or something . I’m thinking of going with an external pickup and sea strainer . I used the search button a little but I was looking for more info or pictures . I don’t have the nerve to drill a hole in the bottom of the boat , so I want a through transom type . I think I like the stainless steel adjustable type from Hardin marine , but I’m open to ideas as far as brand , type etc. Also looking for any input / experience on where exactly to mount it in relation to the V of the boat . The water intakes are still open on the Bravo drive as well ( just an early Bravo 1 nothing special)Thanks in advance .

I think I should have posted this question in the general tech section . Not getting much action here . Through my research I’m thinking about 8-10” from the “ keel “ for the external transom mounted water pickup , then use the water intake system on the drive to make a drive cooler of some kind .

Thanks for the info guys . The more I read on this subject I think I will just put a new water hose replace / repair kit in the Bravo transom assembly . Then I don’t have to dial in transom pickup / water pressure etc etc