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  1. whitejd12

    Wiring switch to starter solenoid etc.

    Re: Wiring switch to starter solenoid etc. . As you can see so far, starter on right, solenoid over on left side, cables coming through front.
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    Wiring switch to starter solenoid etc.

    Re: Wiring switch to starter solenoid etc. Oki got everything hooked up under the hood. Here's some pics. I gotta get some kind of rubber grommet or something to protect the wires where they come out of front. And some clamp or something to hold them steady at exit. I also connected wires to...
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    Wiring switch to starter solenoid etc.

    Hey all, I got everything I need to convert my 72 Evinrude 18 hp (18202r) to electric start. The switch is Sierra and MP 51090. I have no idea what the switch colors mean. I'm sure I don't need all the wires, but need to know which ones to use and where to run them. Also, advice on wiring...
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    Electric start conversion '72 18hp model 18202r

    Re: Electric start conversion '72 18hp model 18202r Got the starter motor bracket mounted. Any advice on where to install the key switch or push button start. Haven't decided what I'm gonna use yet. I'm keeping it Manuel choke. Was thinking of mounting it on left side of front, around corner...
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    18hp evinrude wiring key switch

    These pics are inside, right behind kill switch, right of the carb. It looks like maybe something that can be opened up to bring wires up maybe for key switch for electric start. Is that right? If not, what is that and where would I bring wires in to wire up key in an electric start conversion?
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    Electric start conversion '72 18hp model 18202r

    Last spring I started gathering info, part #'s etc for my winter project of converting this motor to electric start. I had all that info in my old laptop. Laptop died. Can anyone refresh me on part #'s, etc. I'm gonna need the starter motor bracket, starter motor, solenoid and key switch. I...
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    Spark plug wire replacement Evinrude 18202R part number

    I need to replace the plug wires on my 18hp Evinrude model #18202R. Anyone know part number for those? Thanks Jeff
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    18hp Evinrude Restoration complete!

    Well I'm done. 4 pulls and it started. Seems to be running good. Have to get it on lake to know for sure. Sorry the video is sideways. Thanks everyone!! :joyous::joyous::joyous:
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    Motor rebuild complete! Thanks!

    Thanks to all that helped me these past 6 or so weeks. Here it is.... DONE! I learned a lot. Ignition system done, fuel pump done, carburetor done and lower unit done! The real test will be when I put it in water. Should get it wet within next couple weekends. Thanks again everyone! :joyous...
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    L/U and W/P reinstall on 18hp Evinrude ??

    Re: L/U and W/P reinstall on 18hp Evinrude ?? BTW....What is this little black magnet looking thing in the following pics? It sits in a groove in the back, lower section of the gearcase housing.
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    L/U and W/P reinstall on 18hp Evinrude ??

    In the picture, is there any kind of gasket between L/U and exhaust housing when putting back together. Didn't see one on parts diagram. Should I use Permatex or something, or nothing. Also, do I use any knd of sealer on the W/P impeller plate when reinstalling new W/P? Is there anything...
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    72 Evinrude 18hp, lower unit/gearcase maintenance questions.

    Here's some pics of my torn apart lower unit and gearcase. If anything doesn't look good or needs cleaned, lubed, greased etc, please let me know. Here's the bottom of lower unit, above gearcase. Here's the top of lower unit, where water pump will set. Here's the gearcase cover, very...
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    Lower unit servicing, 18hp '73 Evinrude...18202R

    Re: Lower unit servicing, 18hp '73 Evinrude...18202R Here's some pics of my torn apart lower unit and gearcase. If anything doesn't look good or needs cleaned, lubed, greased etc, please let me know. Here's the bottom of lower unit, above gearcase. Here's the top of lower unit, where water...
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    Lower unit servicing, 18hp '73 Evinrude...18202R

    Re: Lower unit servicing, 18hp '73 Evinrude...18202R This shaft is inserted in the top of the housing. It's approx 3" tall and 1" in dia w/orings on each end. That part isn't shown, that I can see, on the schematic. Plus, water pump kit 18-3377 doesn't look like it comes with the drive shaft...
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    Lower unit servicing, 18hp '73 Evinrude...18202R

    Re: Lower unit servicing, 18hp '73 Evinrude...18202R Here's a pic of top of d/s. Never saw any oring.
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    Lower unit servicing, 18hp '73 Evinrude...18202R

    Moving on to the lower unit now. Got it removed, now what should I look for, as far as parts to be replaced, preventative maintenance, etc. Removed the impeller housing off the top of drive shaft but cannot slip impeller off the end of shaft. Here's a couple pics. Any advice would be great...
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    Carb cleaning/rebuild 1973 18hp Evinrude 18202R

    Re: Carb cleaning/rebuild 1973 18hp Evinrude 18202R I got the rebuild kit......Hoy Crap!! There's a lot of little tiny parts that I have no idea where they go. Plus, the gasket in the top middle of this pic I have no idea about. Here's a couple pics of the carb disassembled. I realy don't...
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    Carb cleaning/rebuild 1973 18hp Evinrude 18202R

    Hi all, In continuing with my restoration I'm ready to tackle the carb. I ordered carb kit 0396701 and have removed carb from motor. Just wondering if anyone has any tips or advice, I've never attempted anything like this before. I'm assuming the kit will come with detailed instructions, but...
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    Reinstalling coils, etc. on 1972 Evinrude 18hp, 18202R

    Re: Reinstalling coils, etc. on 1972 Evinrude 18hp, 18202R Don, OK, got the grease, removed the armature plate, greased where you told me, reinstalled plate, no problem. Already had installed new camshaft/flywheel key. Then began reinstalling components, regapped points to .020, installed...
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    Reinstalling coils, etc. on 1972 Evinrude 18hp, 18202R

    Re: Reinstalling coils, etc. on 1972 Evinrude 18hp, 18202R Here's some pics. :joyous:
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