1963 starflite 75- need generator?

[cougar1985]

Another of proably several posts about this motor ,1963 starflite 75 hp elect shift with tilt and trim.Upon reading about this motor and looking closely at it ive determined it has a type 2 ignition, distributor battery system.There is currently no generator on this motor.Do i need a genny to run this motor?If so and i determine this motor is worth keeping where would i find one?

 

[cougar1985]

Re: 1963 starflite 75- need generator?

apparently i dont know how to read.if i understand the book correctly the alternator is under the flywheel,correct?the genny was only used on the magneto type system?

 

[F_R]

Re: 1963 starflite 75- need generator?

apparently i dont know how to read.if i understand the book correctly the alternator is under the flywheel,correct?the genny was only used on the magneto type system?

That is correct, under the flywheel. Part of it, that is. The rectifiers, 60A fuse, and voltage regulator are in the junction box. You DO have the junction box...don't you?

Yes you do need it to all be functional or you will get stuck with a dead battery, motor won't start or run, and won't shift into gear. A very low battery may run, but the clutches may slip--resulting in a very expensive repair to the clutches.

 

[cougar1985]

Re: 1963 starflite 75- need generator?

That is correct, under the flywheel. Part of it, that is. The rectifiers, 60A fuse, and voltage regulator are in the junction box. You DO have the junction box...don't you?

Yes you do need it to all be functional or you will get stuck with a dead battery, motor won't start or run, and won't shift into gear. A very low battery may run, but the clutches may slip--resulting in a very expensive repair to the clutches.

yes i have it all,the motor ,the mounts my buddy even cut out the blasted dashboard of the other boat which has the trim switch,overheat horn or light ,the large greyish junction box and the heavy wiring and the shifter ,ignition switch ,etc.