Replacement Ignition Switch on 89 123hp

[cneglia]

Just got a 1989 Maxum with a 125hp Force. Guy lost the keys and so I am forced to use a screwdriver as a key. Tried to pickup a generic Walmart ignition switch with 4 posts. Problem is the Maxum/Force switch has 6 posts/7 wires connecting it. <br />1. Has anyone wired (fudged) a standard switch in place of the original?<br />2. Where can I pickup a Force/Maxum switch? and any idea how much?<br /><br />As always, thanks for the help.

 

[clanton]

Re: Replacement Ignition Switch on 89 123hp

An Evinrude/Johnson switch will work, get old style that has push key for choke.

 

[cneglia]

Re: Replacement Ignition Switch on 89 123hp

How will I wire up my choke since it's a seperate switch?

 

[clanton]

Re: Replacement Ignition Switch on 89 123hp

If you want push for choke on that switch, connect the choke wire to termial C on switch.