On Tue, 14 Aug 2007 17:42:26 -0700, quizno mouse
wrote:

I have a real hard time cranking my pull start outboard ( shoulder
problems) I have a 6 hp Evinrude twin that I often use on small lakes
and I was wondering if I could remove the column type pull string
starter and install a small 12vdc lawn tractor type starter instead
and have a battery onboard to crank it up instead of dislocating my
shoulders all the time.
The wind-up starter is vertical and is about 7 inches in height that's
why I was hoping to substitute it for a small starter instead.
Could it be done and has anybody ever seen it done ?

Thanks for any help.

Don't see why not. You'd have to find the right gear to engage the
fly wheel and a little relay system to disengage the starter once the
engine starts, but it could be done.

I feel your pain by the way - I have the same problem.