On Mon, 30 Jul 2012 21:11:27 +0100, Patrick Lawson
wrote:


I recently tried to start my boat and there was nothing. Everything
dead. I purchased a new battery thinking that was the problem. Installed
the new battery. Made sure all connections were good. made sure no blown
fuses. Still absolutely nothing to turn the engine over. Radio works,
blower works. I have no idea now what the problem could be. I am into my
third day of holidays, and my boat won't start. Any tips from anyone
would be appretiated. Thank you!

Does the boat have a neutral interlock that prevents starting the
engine unless the shift lever is in neutral? If so, the interlock
switch may be broken, or the shift lever may not be in the true
neutral position.

If the cable from engine to control panel goes through any connectors,
the start contacts in a connector may be dirty - disconnect and
reconnect any such connectors several times to remove corrosion.

I once pulled the start switch wire off the starter solenoid while
checking the oil level (dipstick close to starter).

Have you done any work recently that may have disturbed any wiring
related to the engine or controls?


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