Re: 1958 Johnson 35HP outboard starter went bye bye!

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March 11, 2017 at 1:18 pm #54125
chris-p
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    I am not doubting you, but I have had many gents bring me a motor to replace a "bad" starter. In almost all cases the starter was fine.

    First load test you battery. If you do not have a load tester, bring it in most shops do that for free.
    Make sure all connections are shiny and polished. Battery POS and NEG, Connections at solenoid, starter, ground, etc…
    Make sure all wiring is not internally rotted. Does it crunch when you flex it? Voltage drop testing will isolate faulty sections of wiring.

    If you have a known good battery, and jump the starter direct with fresh cable, does it spin then?