3 Solenoids, are they identical?

[Pete30]

Trying to get my OMC cobra 3.0L running, the previous owner gave me a box with the starter, alternator, and the three solenoids (up, down, and assist). Are these solenoids identical or is each one different? I am getting ready to hook the wires back up, I have a manual w/ diagram, but can't tell if these are interchangeable. Thanks!

 

[SlowlySinking]

Re: 3 Solenoids, are they identical?

Hi Pete30, are there any markings on the relays, model numbers or whatever, is the manual diagram a picture of the relays and wiring or an actual electrical schematic diagram, if it's a schematic deciding which relays are the same or different is easy.

 

[BigBabyLou]

Re: 3 Solenoids, are they identical?

Pete, the Up and Down solenoids should be the same. But watch out for the starter assist solenoid, it might have additional contact or two - for resistor wire bypass etc. Check your manual for proper wiring!<br /><br />Hope this helps.<br />Lou

 

[Pete30]

Re: 3 Solenoids, are they identical?

Thanks Lou,<br /><br />After staring at the wiring diagrams in the Clymer's and Seloc for a few hours I think I have it figured out!