{"product_id":"sierra-18-5679-starter-drive-assembly-for-johnson-evinrude-9-9-15-hp-4-stroke-1997-up-replaces-omc-585267-10-tooth","title":"Sierra 18-5679 Drive Assembly - Replaces OMC 585267 586100 - for 9.9\/15 HP Evinrude Outboards 1997 \u0026 Up","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sierra 18-5679 Drive Assembly is a starter drive assembly built for outboard motors, designed as a direct replacement for the OMC drive assembly used on 9.9\/15 HP Evinrude 4-stroke outboards from 1997 and up. The drive assembly is the component that engages the starter motor with the flywheel to turn the engine over during starting; it is constructed of steel and features a 10-tooth drive gear that matches the original equipment tooth count for proper engagement with the flywheel ring gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSierra manufactures this drive assembly to match OEM specifications, making it a straightforward swap for a worn, stripped, or non-engaging drive assembly on covered applications. It pairs with the Sierra 18-5697 Drive Brush Kit for a complete starter service. Each unit measures 3.25 x 3.25 x 1.5 inches and weighs 0.32 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sierra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-5679\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.25 x 3.25 x 1.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.32 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTooth Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Cross Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 585267, 586100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.9\/15 HP Evinrude 4-stroke outboards, 1997 \u0026amp; Up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 747730044361\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Starter Drive Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e9.9\/15 HP Evinrude 4-stroke outboards, 1997 \u0026amp; Up\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReplaces (OEM)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e585267\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e586100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Sierra 18-5679 Drive Assembly fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-5679 Drive Assembly fits 9.9\/15 HP Evinrude 4-stroke outboards from 1997 and up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat OEM part numbers does the 18-5679 replace?\u003c\/strong\u003e This drive assembly replaces OEM numbers 585267 and 586100.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many teeth does the drive gear have?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-5679 drive assembly has a 10-tooth drive gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the 18-5679 drive assembly made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is made of steel, matching the material used in the original equipment drive assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the Sierra 18-5679 weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-5679 Drive Assembly weighs 0.32 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the dimensions of this drive assembly?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-5679 measures 3.25 x 3.25 x 1.5 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a genuine OEM part or an aftermarket replacement?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-5679 is a Sierra-manufactured replacement part, built to match the OEM 585267 and 586100 drive assemblies rather than being a genuine OMC part.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this drive assembly work with the starter brushes too?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 18-5679 is the drive assembly only; the matching brush kit is the Sierra 18-5697 Drive Brush Kit (replaces OEM 385952), which is a separate part.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included when I order the 18-5679?\u003c\/strong\u003e Each order includes one Sierra 18-5679 Starter Drive Assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the 18-5679 fit a 20 HP or 25 HP Evinrude outboard?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, the Sierra 18-5679 is specified for 9.9\/15 HP Evinrude 4-stroke outboards from 1997 and up; larger HP applications use a different Sierra drive assembly part number.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I know if my starter drive assembly needs replacement?\u003c\/strong\u003e A starter drive assembly like the Sierra 18-5679 typically needs replacement when the starter spins but fails to engage the flywheel, or when the drive teeth are visibly worn or stripped.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sierra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48988227862747,"sku":"SIE-18-5679","price":41.52,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/SIE-18-5679_lg__77241.1558128444.500.750.jpg?v=1785188803","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/sierra-18-5679-starter-drive-assembly-for-johnson-evinrude-9-9-15-hp-4-stroke-1997-up-replaces-omc-585267-10-tooth","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}