1985 70 Evinrude wont start

geet83

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I am trying to launch an old center console boat I just purchased.<br /><br />The battery was just charged, but when I turn the key, nothing happens. The battery cables are tight, and when I jump the solenoid, the starter will turn the flywheel, but there is no ignition.<br /><br />Once, the warning buzzer came on with the key turned, but it doesnt anymore. I am wondering if the emergency kill switch or the neutral safety switch might be bad.<br /><br />Are there any easy ways to check or bypass these?<br /><br />GT<br /><br />PS: Fuse is good<br /><br /> :eek:
 
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DJ

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Re: 1985 70 Evinrude wont start

geet,<br /><br />Did you find that fuse?<br /><br />Even if the kill switch is activated, it will still turn over with the key.<br /><br />If it won't turn over, your nuetral safety switch could be malfunctioning. It is inside the control box.
 

Dhadley

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Re: 1985 70 Evinrude wont start

Djohns - another double barreled deal going on here.
 

blueboat1

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Re: 1985 70 Evinrude wont start

Check the fuse in the rubber fuse holder by the solenoid. I had the same symptoms and that cured iit. Good luck! 1974 70hp Johnson
 
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