1950s Big Twin (Lark) electric start

[frankr]

I think you are talking about the vacuum cut-out switch there. The starter solenoid was originally placed in the junction box in the boat. The choke solenoid is on the bottom of the carburetor.

[mgsolakis]

Ok so that makes things clearer, I don’t have a junction box. Your right Frank, I thought the vacuum cut-out was the solenoid.

[1946zephyr]

That could be the runaway cut out switch. Its possible to put the solenoid under the hood, but typically, they would go in an external j box.

[mgsolakis]

Yup- it looks like I’m missing the junction box. Never done this kind of wiring on an old motor before. That explains my problems though.

[1946zephyr]

I have seen the solenoids mounted under the shrouds, actually, but a good ol’ OMC j box would be better. Too much stuff in that shroud would make it tough to work on in there.

[mgsolakis]

Thanks for all the help folks-ill start a new thread if I need help once I get the solenoid.

[1946zephyr]

Those junction boxes are quite easy to come by. A member may likely be able to help out. If not, you could even go with a stainless box.

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