How To make a 79-81 Yamaha G1 solenoid

[wade280]

The solenoids for these years are no longer made and none can be found used. You can use the 82-89 G1 solenoids with a little modification. Lengthen some wiring and make jumpers for the solenoids to tie them together. Works great. I hope this save some time for others. wade

[gabe]

But how exactly do you do that?

[rherrman]

Can you just use some automotive solenoids (from a ford, etc)? They are 12V, but can you run them off just a pair of batteries? You can pick these up for cheap at any automotive store.

[dougmcp]

You can use any solenoid you like as long as it's rated for continuous duty and in the voltage and amperage you need.

[greydog]

need diagram of using 82 and up solenoids on 81 g1 yamaha,if anyone has done this

[scotthenshaw]

I am in the same boat. I have two rebuilt kits and am pretty sure that I can save one but the other is rusted inside and fell apart. If anyone has a used or rebuildable 79 solenoid, I am in need. if there is a way to modify or upgrade, please share.