EMP Starter 18-5634 Replacement for BRP 85-115 HP Crossflow V4 Outboards 1973-99

This EMP starter is an aftermarket replacement starter motor engineered for BRP V4 crossflow outboard motors in the 85 thru 115 HP range, model years 1973-99. It is built with a 10-tooth drive gear to match the original equipment specification, ensuring correct engagement with the flywheel ring gear without modification. The starter is a direct-fit replacement designed to restore reliable cranking performance on outboards that originally used starters identified by the OEM numbers 18-5634, 586283, 18-5679, 586100, 18-5697, and 385952.

Built for marine duty, this starter is intended as a drop-in swap for worn, weak, or failed original starters on qualifying crossflow V4 outboards, without requiring rewiring or bracket changes beyond the standard mounting points used by the original unit. Boat owners and marine technicians can use the OEM cross-reference numbers below to confirm this starter matches the unit currently installed on their outboard before ordering.

Specifications

• Brand: EMP
• Manufacturer Part Number: 50-02842
• UPC: 840080462462
• Weight: 7.9 pounds
• Fitment HP Range: 85 thru 115 HP
• Fitment Years: 1973-99
• Engine Type: Crossflow V4
• Drive Gear Teeth Count: 10 tooth
• OEM Cross Reference Numbers: 18-5634, 586283, 18-5679, 586100, 18-5697, 385952

Fitment

• BRP crossflow V4 outboards, 85 thru 115 HP, 1973-99

Replaces (OEM)

• 18-5634
• 586283
• 18-5679
• 586100
• 18-5697
• 385952

Frequently Asked Questions

What outboards does the EMP 50-02842 starter fit? The EMP 50-02842 starter fits BRP crossflow V4 outboard motors from 85 thru 115 HP, model years 1973-99.

How many teeth does the drive gear have? The starter uses a 10-tooth drive gear, matching the original equipment gear count for the 85 thru 115 HP crossflow V4 outboards it is designed for.

Which OEM part numbers does this starter replace? EMP 50-02842 cross-references to OEM numbers 18-5634, 586283, 18-5679, 586100, 18-5697, and 385952.

Is this a genuine OEM starter or an aftermarket replacement? This is an aftermarket replacement starter, built to match the fit and function of the original starters bearing the numbers 18-5634, 586283, 18-5679, 586100, 18-5697, and 385952.

How much does the EMP 50-02842 starter weigh? The EMP 50-02842 starter weighs 7.9 pounds.

Will this starter work on a 3-cylinder outboard? No. The EMP 50-02842 starter with part number 18-5634 cross-reference is built for crossflow V4 outboards in the 85 thru 115 HP range, not 3-cylinder models, which use a different gear count and cross-reference numbers.

Does the EMP 50-02842 include a solenoid or drive kit? The listing covers the starter motor itself, identified by EMP part number 50-02842; no separate accessories are specified.

What is the UPC for the EMP 50-02842 starter? The UPC for the EMP 50-02842 starter is 840080462462.

Can I use this starter if my old one is stamped 586283 or 18-5679? Yes. The EMP 50-02842 starter cross-references directly to 586283 and 18-5679, along with 18-5634, 586100, 18-5697, and 385952.

Does the EMP 50-02842 require modification to install? It is built as a direct-fit replacement for the original starter on qualifying 85 thru 115 HP crossflow V4 outboards, matching the OEM 10-tooth drive gear specification.

What years of outboard does the 50-02842 starter cover? The EMP 50-02842 starter is built for model years 1973-99 on 85 thru 115 HP crossflow V4 outboards.