OEM FOR 5X COST?

[capt jgw]

Originally Posted by Tin Tin

Might have something to do with marine starters being sealed so as not to create sparks, particularly important for gasoline engines, maybe not such an issue for diesels.

Not on a Diesel. Not required, so not done.

[Byrnerc]

It looks like most of you called it right, it's an expensive paint job but even the paint job can be had for cheap. Mitsubishi sells the Westerbeke replacement painted red for $327. I was able to see the original starter and guess what? It has the Mitsubishi symbol. The existing starter changed out 12 years ago and purchased from a certified Westerbeke dealer for $700+ is a Mitsubishi too! I guess I'll get the cheap, red paint job.