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- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
12V Starter Motor - 9 Tooth
Restore dependable engine starting with this OE Match 12V
Starter Motor featuring a 9-tooth pinion gear,
designed specifically for the Porsche 911 (1965–1971). Manufactured to
original equipment specifications, this premium replacement starter motor
delivers reliable cranking power, smooth engagement with the flywheel ring gear
and factory-quality fitment, ensuring your classic Porsche starts confidently
every time.
- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
Whether you're replacing a worn original unit or completing
a full engine restoration, this OE Match starter motor offers the performance,
durability and authenticity expected from a high-quality replacement component.
What Does the Starter Motor Do?
The starter motor is responsible for turning the engine during the starting process. When the ignition key is turned, the starter solenoid engages the 9-tooth pinion gear with the flywheel ring gear before the electric motor rotates the engine until combustion begins.
Its primary functions include:
- Rotating the engine during start-up.
- Engaging the flywheel ring gear via the starter pinion.
- Providing sufficient cranking speed for reliable ignition.
- Ensuring smooth and consistent engine starts.
- Supporting dependable cold and hot starting performance.
- Working in conjunction with the battery, ignition switch and charging system.
Without a correctly functioning starter motor, the engine cannot be cranked or started.
Why Do Starter Motors Fail?
Starter motors are subjected to high electrical loads and
repeated engagement cycles throughout their service life. Common causes of
failure include:
- Wear of the internal brushes.
- Worn bearings or bushings.
- Solenoid failure.
- Burnt or damaged armature windings.
- Worn or damaged 9-tooth pinion gear.
- Electrical corrosion on terminals.
- Heat soak from prolonged engine temperatures.
- High mileage and age-related wear.
As internal components wear, starting performance becomes slower and less reliable.
When Should the Starter Motor Be Replaced?
Replacement is recommended if you experience:
- Slow engine cranking.
- Clicking from the starter solenoid without engine rotation.
- Grinding noises during starting.
- Failure of the pinion gear to engage.
- Intermittent starting problems.
- Excessive current draw.
- Complete starter motor failure.
Many Porsche specialists recommend replacing ageing starter motors during engine or gearbox removal if wear is evident, as access is significantly easier.
Related reference numbers
Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
90160410203
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- Porsche 924 2.0L 1976-79
- Porsche 924 2.0L 1980-85
Direct replacement for original.
Fits:
Porsche 924 2.0 Litre Engine normally aspirated only
Please check teeth quantity before ordering
Kilowatts: 1.40 kW
Teeth: 9
Voltage: 12 V
Weight: 3.90 kg
Powerlite offer a wide range of high torque gear reduction starter motors. The lightweight units offer increased cranking speeds and considerably more cranking power than original units, whilst drawing less current from the battery. The units are ideal for road competition applications, especially where engines have been tuned and adverse conditions require extra performance from the starter motor. All Powerlite starters are direct replacement for original units and require no modifications to the vehicle on which they are installed. The compact lightweight units are often easier to install than the original unit and units are modified where necessary to aid fitment.
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Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
035911023N
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche 924 2.0L 1976-79
- Porsche 924 2.0L 1980-85
Direct replacement for original unit
Fits:
Porsche 924 2.0ltr Normally aspirated only
Kilowatts: 1.40 kW
Voltage: 12 V
WOSP high torque, lightweight, gear reduction starter motors are manufactured in the UK. Unlike alternatives in the market place these are built using only 100% OE parts and units, therefore can't be rivalled on quality.
In most cases WOSP starters are designed with an indexable 360 degree mounting plate meaning no obstruction should get in your way when installing.
The main advantages over the original starter is the durability along with a weight and space saving. The improved performance means they also reduce loads on the vehicle's battery and electrical system.
Direct replacements to the original item, plug & play / fit & forget.
All units come with instillation instructions and a 12 month warranty.
Related reference numbers
Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
035911023N
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1968-1973 2.2L / 2.4L / 2.7L RS LWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1974-1977 2.7L / 1976-77 3.0 Carrera
- Porsche 911 1978-1983 3.0L / SC
- Porsche 911 1984-1986 3.2L
- Porsche 911 1987-1989 3.2L G50
- Porsche 911 1975-1977 3.0L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 911 1978-1989 3.3L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 924 2.0L 1976-79
- Porsche 924 2.0L 1980-85
- Porsche 924 Turbo 2.0L 1979-81
- Porsche 924 Turbo 2.0L 1982-84
- Porsche 924 Carrera GT 2.0L 1981
- Porsche 924 Carrera GTS 2.0L 1982
- Porsche 924S 2.5L 1986-87
- Porsche 924S 2.5L 1988
- Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87
- Porsche 944 2.7L 8V 1988-89
- Porsche 944S 2.5L 16V 1987-88
- Porsche 944S2 3.0L 16V 1989-91
- Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1985-88
- Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1989-91
- Porsche 944 Turbo S 2.5L 8V 1988
- Porsche 968 3.0L 1992-94
- Porsche 968 Sport 3.0L 1994-95
- Porsche 968 CS 3.0L 1993-95
- Porsche 968 Turbo S 3.0L 1993-94
- Porsche 928 4.5L 1978-82
- Porsche 928S 4.7L 1981-83
- Porsche 928S2 4.7L 1984-86
- Porsche 928S4 5.0L 1987-92
- Porsche 928GT 5.0L 1989-91
- Porsche 928GTS 5.4L 1992-95
- Porsche 356 1950-55
- Porsche 356A 1955-59
- Porsche 356B 1959-63
- Porsche 356C 1963-65
- Porsche 914 (1970-1976)
Bypass your expensive ignition switch and install a hot start relay that will lead the current directly to the starter.
We have a 6 or 12 volt version and it works in any classic.
Fits:
Porsche 911 / 924 / 928 / 914 / 944 / 968 / 356
This relay can be placed near the starter motor and is used to limit the starting current and no longer allow it to be switched via the ignition switch.