ignition Problems with 1968 evinrude 40hp

[Lk40hp]

ok im new here so go easy.
I recently bought a 1968 evinrude 40hp big twin. Model number is 40853-a. It has about 2ft of wires coming out of the motor, then its all cut off, it has seven wires. I cant find any wire harness for it, its a flat plug... anyone have any suggestions, or should i make my own? thanks

 

[Lk40hp]

Re: ignition Problems with 1968 evinrude 40hp

Ok, can someone reply to this, even if you dont have an answer, just want to make sure it works

 

[Daviet]

Re: ignition Problems with 1968 evinrude 40hp

Look at the top of the page in the "Top Secret File" sticky, there is a list of salvage yards there, maybe one of them can help you out with some used parts.
You can make your own if you are so inclined, below is a schematic of your engine with electric shift lower unit. If you don't have electric shift just ignore that part.
http://www.maxrules.com/graphics/omc/wiring/67_68_40HP.jpg

 

[yorab]

Re: ignition Problems with 1968 evinrude 40hp

CDI Electronics and nymarine.ca both sell wiring harnesses. You'll have to check to see if they have the harness for your particular motor.

 

[Lk40hp]

Re: ignition Problems with 1968 evinrude 40hp

Cool, thanks!
I ended up finding one on ebay, so I'm going to go that route, but had to look through 450 postings to finally find it!
Thanks