need new neutral safety switch 66 Merc 650

nos1013

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After attempting to rewire the MerControl for my new tach that only reads stator or ignition pulses from non-magneto ignitions(mine has a magneto), and seeing lots of wire insulation fall to the ground upon opening said MerControl, I've discovered I need a new neutral safety switch. Would a local electronics store be able to match it up, or do I need to go to a website, or just bypass it and keep my fingers crossed? I really need an exact match. IE: mounting holes/arm lengtht\/ roller dia./body width/etc. Has anyone else had to deal with this? It's a Normally Closed microswitch, if that helps.
 

roger3645

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Re: need new neutral safety switch 66 Merc 650

Nos1013 if the arm with the roller on it is broken I wouldn't worry about it. I've ran mine for a couple of years now with the broken neutral switch. You just have to be careful about what position you have the throttle in while starting as it will start in gear.
 

nos1013

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Re: need new neutral safety switch 66 Merc 650

Found a free one. Thanks for the help!
 
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