Hello, I am wanting to add electric start to the motor above, model # 18702R-E####, and need some direction.
First I need a starter motor and a bracket, which I think I have found as being kit part number 175019, that includes the starter and bracket that fits 18-40 HP 1957-88.
My next step is to locate a solenoid, so I am wondering if a solenoid for the same motor size and year range as the kit above would be the correct one. I think but am not sure that the solenoid is supposed to mount directly to the motor bracket.
My flywheel currently has the toothed ring around it, so I think that this will need no extra parts, correct?
Next, should I try to locate a used wiring harness or fabricate one myself? If I went with a used one, what approach would I need to take to identify year and part number?
Has anyone done a conversion like this before?
What kind of modifications do I need to make to get the battery cables into the motor?
Would this motor be factory prepared for a neutral safety switch, and if so how can I locate a compatible part and part number?
As for the actual start/keyswitch, any suggestions to location and mounting?
Are there any pitfalls that I should be prepared for?
I am competent mechanically and electrically so there should be no issues to arise that I don't think I wouldn't be able to tackle, just need a few pointers.
Any and all direction or suggestions would be greatly welcomed.
Thank you
First I need a starter motor and a bracket, which I think I have found as being kit part number 175019, that includes the starter and bracket that fits 18-40 HP 1957-88.
My next step is to locate a solenoid, so I am wondering if a solenoid for the same motor size and year range as the kit above would be the correct one. I think but am not sure that the solenoid is supposed to mount directly to the motor bracket.
My flywheel currently has the toothed ring around it, so I think that this will need no extra parts, correct?
Next, should I try to locate a used wiring harness or fabricate one myself? If I went with a used one, what approach would I need to take to identify year and part number?
Has anyone done a conversion like this before?
What kind of modifications do I need to make to get the battery cables into the motor?
Would this motor be factory prepared for a neutral safety switch, and if so how can I locate a compatible part and part number?
As for the actual start/keyswitch, any suggestions to location and mounting?
Are there any pitfalls that I should be prepared for?
I am competent mechanically and electrically so there should be no issues to arise that I don't think I wouldn't be able to tackle, just need a few pointers.
Any and all direction or suggestions would be greatly welcomed.
Thank you