Sierra 18-55505 Mercury Outboard Starter

Sierra 18-55505 Mercury Outboard Starter

Sierra replacement outboard starter for Mercury Outboards.

Features:

• Superior connection between the solenoid and the commutator brushes
• Updated planetary gear and clutch gear spring to maximize life span and reliability
• Updated solenoid design provides optimum performance by utilizing higher quality materials
• New solenoid also offers an increased battery terminal length for easier installation
• Seals are strategically integrated to reduce opportunities for water intrusion
• Use with 18-6458 Solenoid

Interchangeable With:

• Mercury Marine
• 50-8M0061073
• 50-8M0096343
• 50-8M0137789
• 50-8M0142679
• 50-8M0080274
• 50-8M0187292

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Sierra 18-55505 Mercury Outboard Starter used for?

The Sierra 18-55505 Mercury Outboard Starter is a replacement starter for Mercury outboards. It features an updated planetary gear, clutch gear spring, and solenoid design intended to support starter life, reliability, and performance.

What features does the Sierra 18-55505 Mercury Outboard Starter have?

The starter features a superior connection between the solenoid and commutator brushes, an updated planetary gear and clutch gear spring, and a higher-quality solenoid design. Its increased battery terminal length is intended to make installation easier, while strategically integrated seals help reduce opportunities for water intrusion.

What solenoid should be used with the Sierra 18-55505 starter?

The Sierra 18-55505 Mercury Outboard Starter is specified for use with the Sierra 18-6458 Solenoid. Verify the starter and solenoid application before installation.

What Mercury part numbers does the Sierra 18-55505 starter replace?

The Sierra 18-55505 is interchangeable with Mercury Marine part numbers 50-8M0061073, 50-8M0096343, 50-8M0137789, 50-8M0142679, 50-8M0080274, and 50-8M0187292.

How does the Sierra 18-55505 starter help reduce water intrusion?

The Sierra 18-55505 starter uses strategically integrated seals designed to reduce opportunities for water intrusion. The product description does not provide additional water-resistance ratings or installation requirements, so applicable equipment instructions should be followed during installation.

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