386545 Ignition Switch

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nuts4hotwheels

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I have a 1963 40hp Johnson Seahorse Model# RDS-25. I suspect that my ignition switch is bad. Through a little internet searching I discovered that my switch part number is 386545 . My question is: "Is there a cross reference number that I can use to go my local auto part store, to get a similar switch?".
 
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DHPMARINE

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Re: 386545 Ignition Switch

Generally speaking automotive switches won't have enough terminals.NAPA does have some marine parts though.<br /><br />DHP
 
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Re: 386545 Ignition Switch

If you can't locate that 386545 switch or a like replacement, I have a couple left in my remaining stock. They list for about $40.00 or so but I'd discount it somewhat. Address below. BUT check with "iboats" first.
 
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Paul Moir

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Re: 386545 Ignition Switch

With all deference, Iboats does carry them. In respect to our hosts and for Nuts4Hotwheels' sake, here are the links:<br /> Ignition switch with 'Push to Choke' feature. <br />This is useful if you have an electric or water-electric choke, and don't want a seperate choke switch.<br /><br />Direct replacement, click here.<br /><br />Like DHPMarine said, you need a switch specifically for an outboard. The main reason is that the engine kill circuit works differently than on a car. Rather than removing +12v from a post, two terminals are connected together.
 
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