Evinrude starflite 75 generator wiring needed

[ummelsbunn]

Hi all, I was wondering if there is anyone out there in boatland who could help me out with a clasic starflite 75, 1960. I bought a boat and motor this last summer for a steal, I need help in installing the generator on it, this motor didnt come with it from the factory even though all the bracketry was there, ,,,I installed a used generator with all the pulleys and belts, but I need to know or be shown on a diagram how to hook it up and what additional stuff I need to do it. Thank you

 

[rolmops]

Re: Evinrude starflite 75 generator wiring needed

Hello.<br />You will need a regulator.the wiring harness on your engine should have the wires that go to the plug on the side of the engine.You will also need an amp meter.Seloc manuals have a special section on how these generators hook into your system.

 

[ummelsbunn]

Re: Evinrude starflite 75 generator wiring needed

does the generator put out ac or dc, do I need a rectifyer,,,,,, where can I get the diagram,,,I do have an amp meter

 

[ummelsbunn]

Re: Evinrude starflite 75 generator wiring needed

will my harness have the connections on it even if it had no gen from the factory?<br /> If not I am not too concerned if I have to run separate lines to charge the battery, I'm just a plumber with no electrical know how (obviously) thanks

 

[Paul Moir]

Re: Evinrude starflite 75 generator wiring needed

Cloudboy, <br /><br />Although I have no experience with your engine, I drew up a diagram for a 28hp that used the same generator. <br />28hp Schematic (PDF) click here. <br /><br />As you can see, you'll need a regulator to complete the setup. A 1960 Ford Falcon regulator will do nicely, and is easily had. Have a look at this discussion:<br /> Iboats thread, click here.<br /><br />Hope some of this helps!<br />EDIT: fixed pdf.

 

[ummelsbunn]

Re: Evinrude starflite 75 generator wiring needed

Thanks I will try that, u da man.

 

[ummelsbunn]

Re: Evinrude starflite 75 generator wiring needed

Thanks for the leads , I now know how to go about this, thank you very much.... great forum

 

[Desert_Bassin]

Re: Evinrude starflite 75 generator wiring needed

Cloudboy79, I have a 1962 75hp and would like to get a generator also, can you tell me where you found yours? <br /><br />I also have a wiring diagram for 1961 75hp with Magneto, generator, and standard shift, form Seloc book I can scan if you'd like, let me know.

 

[DHPMARINE]

Re: Evinrude starflite 75 generator wiring needed

cloudboy79 I think you'll find wires not connected,but factory insulated near the carbs.These connect to your generator,which does produce DC voltage.<br /><br />On the other end of your engine harness (near the battery connections) should be more unattached wires or a connector plug.This is what connects to a junction box in the boat,that contains the regulator,and some times the starter solenoid.<br /><br />DHP

 

[ummelsbunn]

Re: Evinrude starflite 75 generator wiring needed

Originally posted by Desert_Bassin:<br /> Cloudboy79, I have a 1962 75hp and would like to get a generator also, can you tell me where you found yours? <br /><br />I also have a wiring diagram for 1961 75hp with Magneto, generator, and standard shift, form Seloc book I can scan if you'd like, let me know.

 

[ummelsbunn]

Re: Evinrude starflite 75 generator wiring needed

I found mine on EBAY for $20 there are some out there you just have to be patient and keep checking, there are still a few parts avail for these ol girls