I've read in a couple of tests recently in Powerboat and Hot Boat magazine that some of the models had push-button ignitions. Anyone know how they are doing this and what vendors they are using for the parts to make it happen?

Push button ignition???... Like on old english cars with the button you push to engage the starter motor?

It's magic!!!

The key turns on the ignition, and there is a separate switch to hit the starter.

wooow

That's exactly how I did mine. Of course, the key really does nothing as it could be easily jumpered on the back side. I figured that if somebody was going to jump the ignition switch, that I'd at least make it a bit painful and time consuming for them. So I wired the start side to a car siren.

D'oh ..... learn something new everyday

The new Dodge Viper uses one too

Roby

The new Aston Martin Vanquish has a big red button on the dash for the starter...

It's a simple job. all you need to do is wire in a ford starter solenoid and add the push button. Most all race cars have this setup.

Thanks guys.