67 Merc 500 how to start it?

[Fox1011]

I have a project engine. Mercury 500. Serial number tells me it is a 1967. The person I got it from tells me it "Ran great" the last time it was run.
I do not have the controlls for this engine. I had a engine like this last year and sold all the parts thinking I would never have another Merc 500.Is there a way to set it up to run?
Or do I have to get a set of electric controls jsut to get it started to see how it will run?
Any suggests, advise would be very helpful.
Ed...in michigan

 

[backyard mechanic]

Re: 67 Merc 500 how to start it?

Almost any plug in cable around that era would work for you. I don't recall that they were specific to the motor. I assume this is an electric start motor and not a hand tiller. The difference being is there a plug in on the side of the engine or not. (Too many years and I can't recall if the tiller engines had a plug in on the side). I'd think if it's had electronic ignition it would have a plug in connection.

In answer to your question; you can wire around that and make it run but you'll be happier with the plug in cable. I can't imagine they aren't available somewhere dirt cheap.