merc 70 hp wont start

Mikesta

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I got a an older merc 70 from a project boat I am working on. I'd like to sell it but I want to get it running first so i get more than a few hundred for it. It's currently on a stand and not attached to the boat. I'm trying to hook up a remote start switch, I attached it at the two post pointed out below but all I get is a clicking sound from the piece that all those wires are attached to. The started doesn't move at all and the two wires going to the battery get warm. So I guess my question is am i hooking the remote start switch up correctly? and what are my next steps to get the starter to engage motor2.jpg
 

Faztbullet

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Thats correct..check battery connection and pull starter and inspect
 

Mikesta

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Pulled the starter off and took it apart...needless to say it's definitely shot. Gonna buy a new one
 
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