Wires meling in Mariner 20

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ballen9898

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My 1987 Mariner 20 hp had been arcing and sparking near the wiring harness in the engine. I checked for bad wires and replaced any that were suspect, including the battery cables. When I turned on the key, the wires still got really hot. I replaced the solenoid with a new factory part and now, when I turn on the key, the wire between the starter and solenoid IMMEDIATELY starts to melt and burn. <br /><br />The starter was turning, but really slowly during this.<br /><br /><br />Any ideas are welcome. <br /><br />Thanks in advance.
 
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joblo33

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Re: Wires meling in Mariner 20

Did you replace the wire with too small guage of wire? There's a lot of current going through there and a 14 guage or even 12 guage probably couldn't handle that and would melt.<br />Eric
 
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