What is a binnacle control?

The next most popular control box is what is called a Binnacle Control Box. These are a little more fancier and are mounted on the top of the boats console. The throttle and shift is also controlled by a single lever and have the tilt and trim button near your thumb.

Are Mercury and Yamaha controls interchangeable?

Sure you can. We have a Merc / Yamaha (Merc-aha) 225 4-stroke on our harbor boat with Merc controls / guages. Merc came up with an adaptor for the merc controls / wiring to plug into the Yamaha.

How does a binnacle work?

A binnacle is the housing for a ship’s compass. The idea behind a binnacle is to counter the magnetic deviation caused by the ship being made of iron so that the compass can point to magnetic north. Metals that were used to construct binnacles were required to be non-ferrous (containing no iron) such as brass.

Are outboard motor controls Universal?

Generally, all other engines and controls use a “universal” 3300/33C type control cable. Universal cables have 10-32 threaded ends and often require extra hardware to connect to the engine and control.

Are outboard controls Universal?

Can I use Yamaha controls on a Mercury outboard?

What is the part number for Evinrude remote control assembly?

Brand new, genuine Evinrude/Johnson/OMC/BRP Remote Control Assembly. This is a factory original equipment part, not aftermarket. Fits: 1996 and newer Johnson and Evinrude engines plus 1973-1995 motors with the purchase of an adapter, part number 0768411 (768411 replaces prior part number 176711).

What year motor fits in a Johnson and Evinrude harness?

Fits: 1996 and newer Johnson and Evinrude engines plus 1973-1995 motors with the purchase of an adapter, part number 0768411 (768411 replaces prior part number 176711). May also require harness part number 175898 if you do not already have one..

What parts should I use to replace my Evinrude/Johnson Products?

When replacement parts are required, use Evinrude/Johnson Genuine Parts or parts with equivalent characteristics, including type, strength and material. Use of substandard parts could result in injury or product malfunction.