1983 EVINRUDE 60HP help

[srt_4_overboost]

Well i bought this 83' evinrude 60hp for $250 and after some minor repairs, adjustments, and pm's it runs great. Recently I have had some starter issues and its a very inconsistant problem. When i turn the key on the controls nothing happens, so i have to jump power to the solinoid then it turns over and starts. I replaced the solinoid but it didnt fix the problem. Im starting to think controls. Thanx in advance to anyone that can help

 

[JB]

Re: 1983 EVINRUDE 60HP help

Ahoy, Booster

Welcome to iboats.

Dirty/corroded connection(s) in the starter high current circuit. Disconnect and clean every connection from battery to the solenoid and engine block.

Good luck.

 

[srt_4_overboost]

Re: 1983 EVINRUDE 60HP help

ill try that and let you know if that fixes it and thanx of the welcome.

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: 1983 EVINRUDE 60HP help

90% of starter problems are bad connections. remove and clean both ends of the battery cables, so that they are shiney, also the cable from the solenoid to starter. check for nicks in the cables. and make sure the connectors are on the wire good. the cable tend to corrode from the inside out, if nicked, corroded wires, and connections, heat up and cause resistance to the follow of electricity, thus the starter doesn't get enough. you can also take jumper cable pos battery post to large post on starter. with a good connection, the engine should spin. then if the starter is good clean everything and retest. then trouble shoot solenoid. starters can be rebuit at a starter/alternator shop, much cheaper than a new one.

also have the battery load tested at the auto parts store, free, i've had new batteries go bad