choosing a starter...

[paulhofius]

(1980 Citation W/ a 120 mercruiser I/O) i have come to find out that I need a new starter and was wondering if i should by a compatible automotive starter or by the marine version. I know that the marine version is sealed so that it wont spark... but is that all i need to know?

 

[Don S]

Re: choosing a starter...

DO NOT use an automotive starter.<br />Marine starters are sprark protected, automotive isn't and doesn't have the Coast Guard seal of approveal for marine use.<br />Same goes with alternators, distributors, fuel pumps, carbs............<br />Know before you buy automotive.

 

[RubberFrog]

Re: choosing a starter...

What else do you need to know? One can blow up your family, one can't. It's a no brainer.

 

[KM2]

Re: choosing a starter...

If your starter can be rebuilt it is likely to be cheaper than new. <br /><br />Kevin

 

[vipzach]

Re: choosing a starter...

Do just as Don and rubber said, don't buy the auto starter. It isn't worth killing someone because you skimped some money on a starter. If nothing else it would probly last longer if you buy the marine one. <br />We don't mean to be hateful about things that concern safety, we just don't want someone hurt because of a safety issue that could easily be avoided.