[Faerbairn]

I have a 1970 60hp Evinrude that I think may have a bad solenoid. How do i test it to see if it is working properly?

1970 60hp Evinrude
Serial # 60073D
Model # J008894

Thanks,

Adam

[JB]

There is a solenoid/starter/starter wiring test in "Outboard won't start" in the Engine FAQs Forum, Adam. You will need a voltmeter.

You will get a lot more help quicker if you tell us your problem.

[tashasdaddy]

90% of starter problems are bad connections. remove and clean both ends of the battery cables, so that they are shiney, also the cable from the solenoid to starter. check for nicks in the cables. and make sure the connectors are on the wire good. the cable tend to corrode from the inside out, if nicked, corroded wires, and connections, heat up and cause resistance to the follow of electricity, thus the starter doesn't get enough. you can also take jumper cable pos battery post to large post on starter. with a good connection, the engine should spin. then if the starter is good clean everything and retest. then trouble shoot solenoid. starters can be rebuit at a starter/alternator shop, much cheaper than a new one.

also have the battery load tested at the auto parts store, free, i've had new batteries go bad