Big Block Starter Replacement

[4404ME]

1972 RR 440 4spd - If I were to replace the original starter, what would be the recommendation.. are the mini, high-torque starters worth consideration? Please name the brands, and model number, and/or what NOT to go with! Thanks!

 

[RemCharger]

One loop hole I found up here..
Used to get the new style truck ones, about 120-140..
Then went to get an original 67 starter and when we opened the box, they had started superseding up to new style. Except; they were still 67 bucks..
For the same new starter..

 

[Tee Ell]

1972 RR 440 4spd - If I were to replace the original starter, what would be the recommendation.. are the mini, high-torque starters worth consideration? Please name the brands, and model number, and/or what NOT to go with! Thanks!

I got one for a early 90s dodge pickup v8 - smaller and more torque than my original - and less expensive than the high torque. Same bolt pattern. According to the parts store staff lots of mopar guys have discovered this and they are selling a lot of those starters now for bb aftermarket - mine went on a 75 400 block and fit perfectly and works great

 

[4404ME]

Tee Ell, can you tell me the brand, part number, parts store where purchased? Thanks!

 

[Fran Blacker]

Put this mini starter on my Hemi. Only they have plastic cover that you need to remove and use terminals underneath it. OH $60 at my NAPA.

 

[zyzzyx]

I went with a Nippon Denso 128000-7810. Most of these starters kick ***! I got mine from a rebuilder
on Flea Bay.

 

[MoparLeo]

Make sure to use the factory type starter mounting hardware. OE is a stud and nut on the lower mount hole and a bolt on the top hole.

 

[ykf7b0]

I really like Powermaster starters and alternators.

 

[72RoadrunnerGTX]

Have had good luck with the 440 Source.com mini starter. As well as the correct hardware, don’t forget the correct starter shield for the mini starter when installing a mini starter.

 

[moparedtn]

Another vote for the Dakota/Ram starter. Mine is a rebuild from one of the box stores, lifetime
warranty and cheap.
It's been in service for over a decade now, over three different 440's. Works flawlessly and
tolerates extended cranking when the carb has lost prime.

 

[Tee Ell]

Tee Ell, can you tell me the brand, part number, parts store where purchased? Thanks!

Unfortunately all I can tell u is I went into a Napa parts store and asked for a 93? Or so Dodge Ram v8 starter and had my old one with me to make sure the bolt pattern was the same which it was (parts guy said the bolt pattern was the same over a long range of years). I’ll try to find the box but I don’t like my chances - probably threw it out.

 

[Fran Blacker]

My NAPA guy said you ask for a 60's mopar starter your going to get a mini starter. Said they don't get enough cores. Sounds like they don't what them either.

 

[4404ME]

Thanks for the information, and for taking the time to reply, everyone! I appreciate it!

 

[1970lime]

I installed this USA-made Powermaster on my 440 - https://www.summitracing.com/parts/pwm-9300

I've had good luck with this brand before, and this starter also seems to be a high quality product.