Voltage issue or time to replace the Starter?

[SeptemberC]

My family and I were out on the lake yesterday and had been anchored for a while. Swimming and listening to the radio. When we went to pull out I turned the key and nothing happened. I thought I had run the battery down. Another boater offered to tow me then I turned the key and it started. (I thought maybe the boat didnt want to be seen being towed - lol). We ran around the lake for about 30 minutes (I'm thinking adequate time to recharge if necessary). Turned it off and upon restart same thing.
So we opened the deck and we could see and hear that when we turned the key the starter was clicking and moving a small amount. After 10 tries it started.
Once we were at the dock I tried it again and same thing happened.
Suggestions???

 

[Dr Honda]

Since you really haven't checked anything... it's hard to say.


BUT... since it will start with a few trys... I will assume you have:


1) a loose/corroded power cable

2) Bad solenoid

3) bad starter


But it could be a weak battery too. SO... check the voltage while cranking... and make sure you are charging while running.

 

[SeptemberC]

It's the solenoid. Does anyone have the part number?

 

[Dr Honda]

.... Does anyone have the part number?

Nope.


because you don't have a year, or engine type in your signature to go off of.

 

[SeptemberC]

year:2000
s/n: OE374776

 

[Coastiejoe]

It's the solenoid. Does anyone have the part number?

How did you determine it was the solenoid?

 

[SeptemberC]

If I tap on it while trying to start it then it will hit and start.

How did you determine it was the solenoid?

 

[Dr Honda]

Quicksilver 817109A 2



It's about $32 on Boats.net .


http://www.boats.net/parts/search/M...ical Components(Voltage Regulator)/parts.html

 

[SeptemberC]

Thank you!!!!

 

[Dr Honda]

Sorry..... I was clicking too fast.


Yes, it could have made a diff... but it looks like the same part on both engines.

http://www.boats.net/parts/search/M...99/Electrical Components(Ignition)/parts.html