{"product_id":"sierra-18-99379-esa-conversion-kit-for-delphi-hei-distributor-marine-ignition-upgrade","title":"Sierra ESA Conversion Kit 18-99379 for OMC-VP Electronic Shift Assist with Pertronix Ignition","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sierra 18-99379 ESA Conversion Kit is an electronic shift assist conversion kit designed for OMC-VP applications equipped with a Pertronix electronic ignition setup. This kit is built for the Johnson Evinrude application and is supplied as a complete, ready-to-install package containing one full kit. It allows a distributor system running Pertronix electronic ignition to be converted for use with an electronic shift assist (ESA) arrangement, giving boat owners a way to update or restore proper shift assist function on applicable OMC-VP powered engines without sourcing multiple separate parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kit uses copper-based components in its construction, supporting reliable electrical conductivity for the ignition and shift assist circuit. As a conversion kit, it is intended for technicians and boat owners performing ignition or shift assist repairs and upgrades who need a single-part-number solution rather than assembling individual components. Because it ships as one complete kit, installation follows a straightforward swap-in process consistent with the original OMC-VP wiring configuration.\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 18-99379\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.14 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Johnson Evinrude\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e OMC-VP with Pertronix electronic ignition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eJohnson Evinrude application, OMC-VP with Pertronix electronic ignition\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Sierra 18-99379 ESA Conversion Kit used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is an electronic shift assist conversion kit that lets an OMC-VP ignition system running Pertronix electronic ignition be converted for proper ESA (electronic shift assist) function, part number 18-99379.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this kit fit Johnson Evinrude engines?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the Sierra 18-99379 conversion kit lists Johnson Evinrude as its application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a Pertronix ignition required for this conversion kit to work?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the 18-99379 kit is designed specifically for OMC-VP setups that already use a Pertronix electronic ignition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many pieces come in the kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The package quantity is 1, meaning the Sierra 18-99379 ships as a single complete conversion kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is used in the kit's construction?\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper is the primary material used in the Sierra 18-99379 ESA conversion kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the kit weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-99379 ESA Conversion Kit weighs 1.14 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a full replacement distributor or just a conversion kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a conversion kit, not a complete distributor; the 18-99379 is intended to convert an existing OMC-VP distributor setup with Pertronix ignition to support electronic shift assist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho would need this part, a DIYer or a marine technician?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both can use the Sierra 18-99379 kit, since it is packaged as a single complete part number rather than individual components, simplifying installation for either a boat owner or a technician.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the 18-99379 kit include installation hardware or just the electrical components?\u003c\/strong\u003e The dossier for the Sierra 18-99379 confirms it is supplied as one complete kit (package quantity 1); specific hardware contents beyond the copper conversion components are not detailed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this kit be used on engines without Pertronix ignition installed?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-99379 kit is specifically built for OMC-VP applications that already have Pertronix electronic ignition in place.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sierra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48988442624219,"sku":"SIE-18-99379","price":177.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/CDI-423-3000_lg__23996.1558111441.500.750.jpg?v=1785188179","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/sierra-18-99379-esa-conversion-kit-for-delphi-hei-distributor-marine-ignition-upgrade","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}