Buttons need new rubber covers and cut off has cracked the plastic of the recessed bolted on insert. Wondering if there is a source for the plastic piece and rubber button covers?
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I don't think the cover is stock. Certainly mine didn't look like that. If it is plastic, you could have someone 3D print a new one. If it is fiberglass, you could repair it from behind.
I think you will end up getting new buttons instead of covers. But maybe West Marine?
https://www.westmarine.com/bep-marine-screw-on-rubber-push-button-cover-17951211.html
Wayne
You could reinforce the panel from behind, maybe put a SS fender washer under the stop button for cosmetics.
You could replace the switches with new caps.
Switch Link (https://www.amazon.com/Larbi-Button-Starter-Weatherproof-Terminals/dp/B07Z783GXQ/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2S7RGNZQP4BDJ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.g3u6CTjEwomZK3VKem-A7uXKYcchMKolORLWHyiM8qnebZwSLUesCZb94DwblZP876PXcLeGoW8BFRc1kSlS-0DaYNC-EmfAEVS8orX4lPvty6TIWa7CJr6_ZLESSLaJEgXVl5g2y6wlTVh_GTxQk3GPlnC9ItH7QpT-tZMYMi8m8CIQbNXvryxodAiEL0h1mS94DXe_1NF9OLzmEjAZj8d991I6xGsAkc8vsHFmXdk.xAygkkTlTsSlIDayTgVmQqS5JPRMi27Y7A83HUoh8oQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=Cole+Hersee+Push+Button+Starter+Switch+w%2FRubber+Waterproof+Cap&qid=1708691581&sprefix=cole+hersee+push+button+starter+switch+w%2Frubber+waterproof+cap%2Caps%2C742&sr=8-3)
My boat has that little recessed panel. I moved the engine shut off pull to under the rear cockpit lid and put the START button in that hole. The inner holes, (Start & Preheat) I installed a water temp gauge as I eliminated the Westerbeke panel altogether. The tack was shot and the gauges were crappy looking.
Those rubber button covers are I believe a MARINCO part and are still available. If you want I can check and let you know what they cost.
Dale
Quote from: Dale Tanski on February 27, 2024, 09:01:43 AMMy boat has that little recessed panel. I moved the engine shut off pull to under the rear cockpit lid and put the START button in that hole. The inner holes, (Start & Preheat) I installed a water temp gauge as I eliminated the Westerbeke panel altogether. The tack was shot and the gauges were crappy looking.
Those rubber button covers are I believe a MARINCO part and are still available. If you want I can check and let you know what they cost.
Dale
Dale, you got more info on that? My tach and hour meter are shot, and I didn't think I want to replace it. And having the controls somewhere easier to access sounds amazing
I've considered relocating the engine shutoff / start panel. I've on a number of occasions kicked it wit my shin, and it hurts like hell :o . I'm shocked I haven't broken it yet to be honest.