electric start on 1979 johnson 25 hp

dodger714

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I would like to add a electric start on my 1979 25RL79R Johnson motor. Is there a conversion kit for this year? The flywheel has gear teeth on it.Also has untapped holes for mounting bracket.
Thanks in advance for any help
 

cyclops2

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Re: electric start on 1979 johnson 25 hp

Get in touch with the BEST outboard mechanic in your area. That will work out the best & cheapest way. You / the mechanic WILL PROBABLY NEED TO use shims to get a good gear mesh. I put .030" of shims under mine. Perfect. No jammed starter gears into the flywheel teeth.

Edit........Check the mesh gap EVERY 45 degrees of rotation. They are not all perfect.
 
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