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.


The Evinrude/Johnson 6 should start on the first or second pull. Try
pulling the cord just enough to engage the pinion on the flywheel while
facing the outboard, then pull sharply towards you with both hands
hitting your chest with the recoil handle. This will prevent any
dislocation issues.

For the electric start, that would be overkill & a lot of extra work - &
weight, about double that of the 56 lb. 6 as it is now when you include
the battery & cables. And then you would have to occasionally charge
the battery.

You might move/trade up to a 9.9 with electric start & built-in
alternator by the time you fabricate the brackets & source all of the
needed parts.

Rob