Johnson/evinrude ignition key

[sevanseriesta]

On my ignition it says "KF56" I did a search and came up with only 1 key, does anyone know if this is correct. I do not have a dealer anywhere around so I will not be able to go and test out the keys.

[willamettejeff]

You really aren't very clear in your post. What motor do you have? Do you have only one key and want a spare or don't have a key at all? KF56 is more than likely the correct key if you motor is pre-1972. Looks like may be hard to find though. If don't have any keys, then may want to think about getting a new ignition switch which will come with 2 keys. They are not very expensive. Hopefully you do own this boat, right? Not accusing, just a passing thought.

-- Jeff

[emdsapmgr]

The KF series keys were up to 1973. See your Bombardier dealer and ask for part number 501571. That's a KF56.They come precut to that configuration.

[F_R]

A really good locksmith can cut a new key to match the old one if you have it. A really, really, really good locksmith can cut one from the code (KF-56). It is a Chicago Lock. Trouble is, good locksmiths are harder to find than chicken fangs.

[sevanseriesta]

You really aren't very clear in your post. What motor do you have? Do you have only one key and want a spare or don't have a key at all? KF56 is more than likely the correct key if you motor is pre-1972. Looks like may be hard to find though. If don't have any keys, then may want to think about getting a new ignition switch which will come with 2 keys. They are not very expensive. Hopefully you do own this boat, right? Not accusing, just a passing thought.

-- Jeff

LOL, Yes I own the boat, I bought this motor last weekend with controls but it did not come with keys and the Harness was hacked up. Now I can not say that the guy before did not steal it, just kidding. Yes I do not have any keys for it, I thought about just putting a new switch on it but a guy in these forums suggested that I get a key from a dealer. just dont have any around otherwise I would do that. More info on the motor is a 1970 115hp

[sevanseriesta]

The KF series keys were up to 1973. See your Bombardier dealer and ask for part number 501571. That's a KF56.They come precut to that configuration.

Now I found part # 501805. Anyone know the difference between the 2 part #'s

[F_R]

I'm impressed. I've never seen a listing for key part numbers. Anyway, to answer your question, unless a certain part number specifically supersedes a previous number, it is different and probably won't work. In this case, it most likely is a different code. Like trying to use your car key in your neighbors car.

[sevanseriesta]

Thanks F_R. I went ahead and ordered part # 501571. Well see if it works. I hope so Maybe I will be able to run the motor this weekend if it gets here in time.

[seahorse5]

The Johnson-Evinrude parts and accessory catalog that is shipped annually to dealers, has the part numbers for the specific keys in it .

[w2much]

I just purchased the keys I needed from Stevens Instrument Company in waukeegan Illinios. They have all the old Evinrude keys for about 2 bucks a pop. A great find for anyone looking for old keys. Google them, thats how I found them.

[sevanseriesta]

I used this company also, they are awesome and cheap... And key works like a dream.