Reply To: Big Twin Correct Starter Identification

[Bob Wight]

OK, so I’m considering converting my ’56 Johnson RD-18 to electric start and came across this thread. I believe the original bracket that was on the ’56 electric start motors was part #376507. Is there a 12V starter that would fit this bracket, or if not, what combination of bracket and starter numbers would I need for 12V that would mount up to the ’56 engine block? I know I can just use a 6V starter with the original 376507 bracket and run it for short bursts on a 12V battery but I’d prefer having a modern 12V system.

Bob

1937 Champion D2C Deluxe Lite Twin
1954 Johnson CD-11
1955 Johnson QD-16
1957 Evinrude Fastwin 18
1957 Evinrude 3022
1958 Johnson QD-19
1958 Johnson FD-12
1959 Johnson QD-20
1982 Evinrude 25hp

“Every 20 minute job is only a broken bolt away from a 3-day project.”
"Every time you remove a broken or seized bolt an angel gets his wings."