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You could have clogged water intake ports, or have a clog in the water jacket. It could also be a stuck thermostat, though highly unlikely. If the motor does not "spit" or "pee" water, it's pretty safe to say that a broken water pump impeller, located in the lower unit, is the culprit.

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