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.. Since
I've already busted the unit - I ain't messing with that small of a
electro magnetic plunger thingy - lookin for contacts etc. Way to
intricate if you ask me. Oh well on to the part store to pick up that
new solienoid.


For your safety and for the safety of your loved ones along with innocent
bystanders, buy the OEM solenoid from a Johnson-Evinrude dealer. Your
starter solenoid is mounted in an environment with gas fumes around it, and
the factory unit is designed for marine use and for containing any spark to
avoid "blowing up" the motor should the gasoline fumes reach a critical
concentration.

Automotive or "universal" solenoids may look similar but are not wired the
same internally as yours, besides being unsafe for marine applications.

Bill Grannis
service manager