Add-on trim switch

[skyguy59]

Is there a way to add a trim switch to the throttle lever on a control box that doesn't have a trim switch? I'm getting real close to installing the retrofit trim on my 72 100 HP Johnson and I need to install a trim switch. I would prefer to put it on the throttle handle but the installation needs to look good. The 72 control box is kinda unique so I don't think its as simple as switching throttle levers.<br />TIA<br /><br />Russ In Texas

 

[R.Johnson]

Re: Add-on trim switch

I did just that, but I am not up on posting pictures. Let me take a look, and I will try to discribe how I did it.

 

[skyguy59]

Re: Add-on trim switch

I would appreciate that. Did you actually switch levers or did you add something to the exsisting lever?<br /><br />Russ In Texas

 

[R.Johnson]

Re: Add-on trim switch

I used the switch from the early to mid 70's control box. I trimmed off the section that goes over the top of the control handle. I took the switch apart, and drilled two holes in the back. I then took the handle apart, and drilled two holes to match the switch. I bolted it to the handle with two # 8, or # 10 pan head bolts. A switch that goes on the steering wheel might easier.

 

[boltbreaker]

Re: Add-on trim switch

Make sure you use a quality MARINE GRADE switch. I've seen the cheapys stick.