where does the magnet spring assembly go on 1985 evinrude outboard

On a 1985 Evinrude, the magnet spring assembly usually belongs in the starter/recoil or ignition-related housing, but the exact spot depends on which engine model and which part you have. In the forum material I found, people discussing Evinrude magnet-related parts were referring to flywheel or trigger magnets, not a single universal “magnet spring assembly,” so the part name alone is not enough to place it confidently.

What to check

• The engine model number on the transom bracket.
• Whether the part came from the recoil starter , flywheel/magneto , or lower unit/control linkage.
• Any stamped part number on the spring or magnet piece.

Best likely fit

If this is a recoil starter spring assembly, it typically sits in the starter housing under the pull cord pulley , with the spring anchored to the housing and the inner end engaged with the spool. If it is a flywheel magnet issue, the magnet belongs bonded to the flywheel ring , not loose in the engine.

What I need to place it exactly

Send the model number and a photo of the part, and I can tell you the exact location and orientation.