Electrical connectors / starter current

[mattjeanes]

I have a 1974 15hp elecric start Evinrude that I regularly remove from my boat. I am looking for some kind of plug and socket for the 2 wires that connect the motor to the battery. I am currently using a plug and socket that are not designed for marine use so corrode badly. I have seen one marine plug for sale but I don't know whether it will take starter current or not. Does anybody know how much current the starter draws?

 

[R.Johnson]

Re: Electrical connectors / starter current

Why not just go direct to the marine type battery with the original battery leads?

 

[mattjeanes]

Re: Electrical connectors / starter current

I used to do so, but I've got the battery conviniently inside a plasic box with a cut off switch and light connection wired in. It's a lot easier to be able to unplug the motor in one easy move without opening the box or undoing any nuts.

 

[rickdb1boat]

Re: Electrical connectors / starter current

Something like this might make it easier, but I know it's not exactly what you're after.<br /><br /> web page

 

[mattjeanes]

Re: Electrical connectors / starter current

Thanks for the idea - you're right though, it doesn't really solve the problem. <br />Is there anybody out there who knows the amperage of a starter?