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HunterC96

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Hello all. As the title says, I need some help identifying the year/model of my outboard so I can find parts for it. This is my first ever outboard and unfortunately I believe it’s been previously stolen as the data plate appears to be missing. I found an engine serial number and I tried to reference it online to no avail. The prefix for the serial is BAAE. I’ve spent all day surfing the web and I cannot find ANYTHING with BAAE as the prefix. If anyone could help it’ll be greatly appreciated.
 
Hi,
The bad news (as you probably already have a firm grasp of) is that is some very "Slim Pickins" (remember him from the movie Dr.Strangelove?) as far as info goes.

The GOOD news is that Honda twin cylinder outboards, for the most part, remain consistently the same over several years within a "series break" or "model upgrade" period.

As a result, you typically won't need to identify the exact year to get "close enough" to get the parts you may need in many instances. Not all but many.

The 15hp models came in two "basic" iterations ie: earlier A models and later D models.

Broadly stated, the A model was from pre 1997 up to 2002

The D model was introduced in 2003 and is still sold AFAIK. I haven't seen any of them later than around 2014 but that's because I'm old not because they're out of production.

The two models look very different from one another and can be loosely identified by the oil case and engine hood.

What brand and number are the spark plugs your outboard has now?
I typed BAAE into boats.net search and it spit out NGK DR6HS plugs.
Those plugs were specified for most.A model 15hp engines.
If they're Denso (yuck), the number would be X20FRSU for the A model engines.

Sadly, many of the parts for the A model 15hp can no longer be purchased new. But things like waterpump kits and fuel pump diaphragms are still available for the 02 models.

More GOOD news about ALL of these Honda twin outboards is that there were GOBS of them sold and many are still around. The "bad" news is that they are VERY rugged, reliable and popular so finding a not running parts donor outboard might be difficult.

I know this isn't the precise information that you're looking for but it should give you a bit of hope that you can get your "new to you" outboard going and keep it going.

Glad to try helping looking up parts so don't hesitate to ask.

Good luck and keep us updated on your journey.
 
First off, thank you so much for the very detailed response!

Second, I typed in BAAE on boats.net and NOTHING came up so maybe I’ll have to try it again. The motor seems fine and I don’t really think I’ll need all too much for it (knock on wood). The previous owner did say it needs a new starter solenoid so I am currently looking for one of those. I would like to replace the carburetor on it or maybe get it restored, whichever is more feasible. Water pump is definitely on the list as well as changing all the fuel and water lines. I’ll check the spark plug number when I get home from the gym and let you know though! I do have one question though.. to the best of your knowledge, do you know if a tiller handle off a later/different model will work with mine? I feel like the current one doesn’t “rebound” when twist it to “fast”. Maybe it doesn’t need a new handle all together, but I would like to fix that.
 
Well, before trying to replace ANYTHING, let's try to narrow down the model and year.

I imagine the throttle not returning quickly could be a number of things that would NOT require a new handle assembly.

A weak return spring or something possibly binding up. It could actually be a sticky throttle cable....if it has one.

Try posting some photos of the outboard and the carburetor. That would help alot with identification and how to proceed.
 
jgmo said:
Well, before trying to replace ANYTHING, let's try to narrow down the model and year.

I imagine the throttle not returning quickly could be a number of things that would NOT require a new handle assembly.

A weak return spring or something possibly binding up. It could actually be a sticky throttle cable....if it has one.

Try posting some photos of the outboard and the carburetor. That would help alot with identification and how to proceed.
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Will do! Finishing up my workout and then I’ll head home! I really do appreciate your help as I’ve been really eager to get started with my build but the first thing I need to do is get the motor in ship-shape before I do anything to the boat itself. I’ve just been hesitant as im a newbie and dont know much about boat motors. Lol
 
It's where each and every one of started so don't feel lonesome.
I find out constantly how much I don't know after having been around this stuff a long, long time.

Anyway, the MOST important thing you can learn about boating is how to keep yourself and company safe. Everything else is GRAVY.
 
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