Re: What do I have?

[Don]

OK, getting the one electric start 18hp going seems like a fun project, seems like all the wiring is there, don’t know why the starter motor has been removed though. There should be a small wiring harness in the engine pan as well, is that wiring present?
You would want to start with basic tests, such as compression, and changing the gear lube. Have you had any outboard experience before? This is not a real difficult project, but some prior two stroke experience is needed, and a special tool or two. Plan on spending a couple hundred bucks if compression is good and the gearcase is OK. In the end, you will have one of the best running outboards of all time.