Since my post yesterday, I found a similar solenoid starter on eBay for $40.
It is NOT a Yanmar part (it was made by Hitachi though) but it might be useful
for someone who only wants a spare solenoid. The listing is at:
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From: Robert Boyer via CnC-List cnc-list@cnc-list.com
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Subject: Stus-List Yanmar Starter Solenoid for 3HMF
Since my post yesterday, I found a similar solenoid starter on eBay for $40
I think if you look closely at the markings on your Yanmar solenoid, you will
find it was made by Hitachi.
At least I can say with certainty that all the electrical components in Yanmar
industrial engines used in Hyster and Yale forklift trucks were Hitachi.
Rick Brass
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