Adding a generator to a 1958 35hp Evinrude

[nsejaw]

I have a 58 electric start 35 hp Big Twin Evinrude. Does anyone know what it would take to add a generator to this outboard? I believe generators were on option on this motor. Thanks,
Jim

 

[bktheking]

Re: Adding a generator to a 1958 35hp Evinrude

Lots of money and searching, you are better off with a solar panel to charge the battery than trying to find this setup.

 

[R.Johnson]

Re: Adding a generator to a 1958 35hp Evinrude

Not that it matters, but trying to remember if these were 6, or 12 volt systems.

 

[bktheking]

Re: Adding a generator to a 1958 35hp Evinrude

56 was 6v, 57 and later were 12v

 

[nsejaw]

Re: Adding a generator to a 1958 35hp Evinrude

bk! I actually like the idea of going solar...I'm sure it would be cheaper, greener, less time and maintenance...hmmm.....

 

[rolmops]

Re: Adding a generator to a 1958 35hp Evinrude

I did it on one of my '57 sea horses.Between the bracket,the generator,the belt.the larger box cover and the rectifier it was about $350.( I was lucky to be able to use an old ford rectifier).
What I got for it was interesting, a nice time spent fiddling around with my outboard and very little charging power because they will only charge when you are above 1800 rpm.
A small trickle charger will do a better job and is about 90% cheaper.