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From wiring a trailer plug to measuring a starter motor, we are creating guides to make it easy for you to get the right part, first time and then share anything else we know about fitting or checking that part.

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How to Measure a Starter Motor:

Starter motors come in many different sizes and configurations. Starter motors can vary in their mounting style, voltage, the number of pinion teeth and how the teeth engage with the fly wheel. To ensure you get a starter motor that will fit and work as it was designed to, we include a specification chart with each listing with all the information you need to ensure it will suit your needs.

One of the simplest ways to check if the replacement starter is compatible is to send us the part number of your old starter motor. In most instances, we can run a simple cross reference and confirm your choice. However, if you want to check yourself, we have put together a guide to help you to measure the motor yourself.

Alternator Application Guide:

Alternators, just like starter motors, come in many shapes, sizes and configurations. If matched up correctly, the alternator should work for you and charge your battery as intended. We’ve provided this guide to allow you to measure your current alternator so you can compare to the ones listed on our website. All our alternator listings come with a ‘specifications sheet’ so you can easily match up an alternator to the one in your vehicle.

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