Vendor Recommendation for a 1989 Yamaha 50-HP Starter Motor

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Bob G
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Vendor Recommendation for a 1989 Yamaha 50-HP Starter Motor

Postby Bob G » Sat Jul 09, 2016 11:19 am

[A 1989 Yamaha 50-HP outboard engine has] intermittent starter problem. Sometimes nothing [happens]. Then [the 1989 Yamaha 50-HP outboard engine] will start. Recommend [a vendor for a replacement starter motor].

Acseatsri
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Re: Yamaha starter 50HP 1989

Postby Acseatsri » Sat Jul 09, 2016 12:05 pm

I've had good luck on EBay with aftermarket manufacturers. Figure around $100 for one of these vs around $300 for an OEM starter.

DanT
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Re: Yamaha starter 50HP 1989

Postby DanT » Sat Jul 09, 2016 6:12 pm

I had mine rebuilt at a local shop that specializes in mostly automotive starters and alternators. It cost me far less than a replacement and has been working fine for several years now.