Ignition Switch Replacement on Boat

Ignition switch I used in the video.
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I really enjoy my boat, but such was not always the case. When I first got the boat the keys had been lost, so I did extensive research to find what my options were. In this video I explain the three options that, as far as I could tell, are available. I also show some of the installation, give a couple tips and then show the first start since acquiring the boat! Hope you find this helpful, educational and interesting! If you want to see more about this boat, let me know in the comments!
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[@bobbyjesusfire]

Great video. I’ve got the tiniest on/off switch under my throttle. Took me forever to find it when I first got the boat.

[@johncooper6246]

Nicely done, although I wouldn't rev it without a load. The prop needs water as back pressure. Good job, kid!

[@nichesound]

Aw I recognize the MN!!! Grew up walleye crappie and pike fishing there now live in salmon and halibut country good job!

[@ricgomez1]

Just a pointer... whenever you're working in something you're not familiar with and you see a bunch of "springy" stuff, i suggest taking pictures before you work on it.

[@geauxboylawnlandscape6093]

Awesome. Love to see you guys figuring it out. Good job

[@skylane807]

I had the same exact problem on the same exact control unit. There's a two-digit number on the ignition switch. I went down to my nearest boat shop and bought three... a spare and a spare spare. $0.65 each.

[@rickescamilla4088]

That’s the way to go w any boat, lawn mower, golf cart, pwc Other than trying random keys first

[@burntsilverado]

Where at on the ignition switch? And you mean they had a key or a new switch?

[@AchikSarih]

Merci beaucoup ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@kpj2051]

Menards shirt... Hell yeah!!

[@Caleb_W91]

Thanks for the post lost my keys while camping doing this install now

[@earlmarrero3721]

Good looking out

[@salcosentino9742]

Not sure if you would know, my switch just stopped working and so did the tilt. Does that switch power the tilt? Thanks. Great Video. 😊

[@ReubenSahlstrom]

@@salcosentino9742 I am pretty sure you can run the tilt up and down regardless of what position the key is in, so I would recommend checking that all your ground connections are good going back to the battery.

[@ZachCampbell-q5w]

Check the main fuse on the wiring harness

[@ZachCampbell-q5w]

@salcosentino9472

[@salcosentino9742]

That’s what it was. Thanks.

[@red00dog47]

Well done fella !

[@seekerssquad1297]

Sweet looks fairly simple Im looking at a boat that needs a new ignition

[@ReubenSahlstrom]

Yeah! You should be able to do it! I would get a good discount on the boat since it is a bit of a headache to replace that ignition, but it doesn't mean the boat is no good! Good luck to you!

[@productionapostle1298]

Good job brother thanks

[@I_Need_Buddy]

I cant get the thing apart, looks just like yours, same screws, but mines in worse shape. It wont pry into 2. It will start prying but its like theres a 3rd screw.

[@osirisblaster]

Just bought a boat with no key. Just bought this same switch. Hopefully my engine fires up when I get it switched over. Either way, I got a deal I couldn't pass up.

[@zacb7427]

Oh ok so the coil hooks up right to the switch and where did you get that boat ignition switch

[@robertcardillo8075]

Do you have a link of where you bought that? I just picked up a boat yesterday with no key

[@pieror.pinatelli1341]

Is it possible to do a push to start instead of the key?

[@marknewnum3057]

So I have a 1981 wellcraft v20 with the same ignition where did yall find yours

[@ReubenSahlstrom]

I bought mine online. Here is a link to the same one I used. amzn.to/3KzQOxH

[@juanmartinmoreno3652]

Sweety

[@dvii24dd]

Where u get those keys from

[@AustinMarcotte1]

What does that knob do that’s under the ignition? I have the same one and don’t know what it does.

[@ReubenSahlstrom]

I am not sure. I think it's to adjust the engagement of the the gears somehow, but I am not sure on that.

[@joeblow9568]

Try turning it to see if it possibly changes the amount of friction on the handle when you throttle up. Nice job BTW, you will save yourself tons of money if you're not afraid to work on your stuff.

[@ginerbread84]

@@ReubenSahlstrom adjusts throttle tension in the controls

[@kristinescoto138]

It looked like the original key was broken off in the ignition.

[@RogerGoens]

I need that switch. Would you share a part number with me?

[@ReubenSahlstrom]

If you look in the description of the video, I have a link to the one I used. Good luck!

[@Kaptions_Kaught]

Where did you get that ignition switch?

[@ReubenSahlstrom]

I purchased it on eBay. Sorry that I didn't get a link added! 🙃

[@hzhrway]

I must be getting old, he looks all of 12 to me,LOL

[@ReubenSahlstrom]

Yeah, I get that a lot for some reason. 😂 I don't know why people usually say 12, I am nearly 21. 😂 I'll take it as a compliment though! 🙃

[@dalefeazell3774]

Argo D Marine dealer and get your key from a Marine dealer dealer has every kid for a Johnson Evinrude Chrysler

[@lorenzo42p]

do you know it's possible to replicate a key from a photo of the key? careful showing your keys in a video, someone could steal your boat and take off with it down the road. does sound like fun.

[@phillipsanders4314]

You can actually go on EBay and get keys for older boats. I wanted an extra key for my boat. Purchased one from EBay for $4.00. All boat keys have a number on them. Your owners manual should have that information. If not look up your engine model number and throttle ( Johnson, Mercury etc.). You should be able to buy a used one cheep or jus order a new one from the outboard dealer if you want to. A lot less hassle than replacing the whole unit. Plus if you ever sell the boat you will still have original keys to that particular boat and engine.

[@phillipsanders4314]

Just google “ used outboard keys”. There are a lot of people seeking used keys. Just select a seller with the key you are looking for and the price that you want to pay. Just make sure the key has the exact same number as your your outboard Mack and model as well as the throttle.

[@ReubenSahlstrom]

@@phillipsanders4314 Wow! I was not aware of that (obviously). I definitely would rather do that then replace the whole ignition, so if I run into this sort of issue again I might have to try it out! Thanks for the information!