J SuperSeahorse 33EL'69 - solenoid

[Vdub144]

The owners manual with my 69 33HP Electric S.S. doesn't specify what solenoid is correct. It has 4 posts, (from back to front) main in on the right, starter on the left, and the two center posts appear to be the 'switch.' <br /><br />The main post is stripped (built up with washers) but the kicker was that one of the switch posts broke off. Now I need a new 'noid!<br /><br />So, before I go to NAPA and make a fool of myself, is there anything specifically I need to ask to make sure I'm getting the right part? (Is a solenoid, a solenoid? Or are they vehicle/engine specific?)<br /><br />[Want to get my 'toon back in the water so we can go see the fireworks next weekend!]<br /><br />Thanks!<br />Dan

 

[Joe Reeves]

Re: J SuperSeahorse 33EL'69 - solenoid

No, a solenoid is not just a solenoid. You don't want to be installing a solenoid from a 1982 Ford on that engine.<br /><br />Just tell the personel at NAPA that you need a solenoid for the specific engine you have. He should hand you one that's identical to what you had (but in better condition. grin)

 

[bubbakat]

Re: J SuperSeahorse 33EL'69 - solenoid

One of the automotive will work but you need to get one for a marine application because of the grounding in it. It will make without creating a spark.

 

[alcan]

Re: J SuperSeahorse 33EL'69 - solenoid

Hi vdub<br />Ask for Napa part #18-5808. Call them up right now. This part# is from their marine parts catolog. You should be able to be on the water this afternoon.

 

[Vdub144]

Re: J SuperSeahorse 33EL'69 - solenoid

Thanks Joe and Bubb, perhaps a foolish question, but anyone know what part # I should ask for? (Since NAPA is already closed here for the day.) I don't want to remove the old one until the new one is in hand so I can transfer the wires over...<br /><br />Not bad! Two responses in 6 minutes! <br /><br />Dan

 

[Vdub144]

Re: J SuperSeahorse 33EL'69 - solenoid

Wow! Thanks Al! (Even faster when I'm replying!) <br /><br />You guys are great!