Update: The voltage going into the starter solenoid is 12 volts, the same that the battery outputs. However, the voltage coming out of the solenoid fluctuates between 4 and 6 volts when the engine is cranking. Does this mean its a bad starter solenoid? Thanks
I have a 1972 Mercury 402E long shaft that hasn’t started since it came out of storage for the winter. When I turn the key to start the engine it will turn over, but it turns over pretty slowly. It acts in a similar way to when the battery is almost dead. Using a multimeter I checked the voltage...
I posted a couple weeks ago about rewiring a 1972 Mercury 402E outboard. I cut into the rubber casing to find good wire. I spliced onto that, and covered them in JB Weld 5-minute epoxy to seal it and keep the wires separate. Now I can’t get the harness back through the hole in the cowl. There’s...
I just recently bought this boat, and it's totally trashed. It's been sitting outside for upwards of 30 years and needs new everything, basically. It needs all new controls for the steering and throttle. I was wondering if I can just buy new cables since they're rusted, or if I need all new...
I recently bought a 1972 Crestliner Stinger 14' with '72 Mercury 402E Outboard. I have a couple different posts in the restoration and control forums, as well. As far as this post goes, I'm rewiring the entire engine. All the wiring was dry rotted, and while it all seemed to work, I didn't feel...
