1972 Numbers for starter

[Harry449]

Got a question about my starter had a issue over the summer with it so I'm going to take it out want to make sure its the right starter so if anybody has the Part number for a 1972 351C starter. Thank

 

[Doug's 73 Mach1]

There should be at least two part numbers, one for and automatic transmission, the other for a manual transmission. The starters are different. But, I don't know the part numbers

 

[steves73]

The search function on this site is pretty good. Just look for the word, and related posts will come up. Found this picture of the two different starters. The automatic transmission version has its gear teeth further out. When you're shopping, if the supplier's pictures are accurate you should see this difference.

 

[Tnfastbk]

https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog...1cid+v8,1132861,electrical,starter+motor,4152

 

[Harry449]

Thanks everybody but I need to no if the starter when I take it out is Number matching for my motor, any Ideal what number it should have on it. Thanks again Joe

 

[midlife]

The MPC has a part number of DZAF-1101-DA for manual and DZAF-11002-CA for automatic, both for 351. Please note that the part number may not correspond to the casting number or markings on a tag.

 

[secluff]

Hello Harry449,
As others have posted, two different starters were utilized, depending on whether your vehicle is equipped with an automatic or manual transmission. If you are the original owner or know the history of your car, that would be helpful to determine if your starter is the original production-installed unit. With the '72s now 51 years old, there is more than a good chance that most of these cars have seen a starter replacement or two during their lifespan.
It is possible for some early in the '72 production year cars to have D0AF-11001-C (M/T) or D0AF-11001-B (A/T) starter. These were '70-71 engineering ID numbers that I have seen in some early 72s. As posted by Midlife, the '65-72 MPC (Master Parts Catalog) lists the D2AF-11001-DA (M/T) and D2AF-CA (A/T) starting with the '72 models. The same starter was used on the '73 models. The service part number on both A/T (C2OZ-11002-B) and M/T (C5TZ-11002-D) versions remained the same through '74 when Ford replaced them with '74 engineering and service part numbers. These starters are all functionally the same, regardless of engineering or part number. These starters' origins go back to 1962 when the 221/260 engines were released, so it would be possible to see many different ID numbers when dealing with a rebuilt starter.

I have seen starter housings with the engineering ID# stamped in the housing, ink stamped, and paper/mylar labels. Hopefully, your housing is stamped, and the number is legible. If you pull your starter and find a Ford number other than the one listed above, just let someone here know, and we will attempt to ID it. The A/T version changed several times when Ford was still building pushrod engines. Since top loader M/T cars were slowly disappearing from the landscape, the starter only changed two more times, all with truck part numbers.

 

[Harry449]

Thank u so much all for the information, I just took the starter out and its a off brand so now I have to find a starter so if u guys have a ideals where to look I would be appreciated. Joe

 

[Sheriff41]

Check your area for alternator/starter rebuilders. They are typically locally-owned small businesses run by people that know their trade and take pride in their work. If you have NAPA in your area they are usually better than the other parts stores for DIYers. I buy a lot of general repair parts from Rock Auto and haven't had a problem part from the yet. You do have to be patient, though, for shipping time.

 

[Bobby]

Here is an eBay auction for an OEM starter for what appears to be for an auto tranny Mustang. It looks good and is inexpensive,

OEM GENUINE FORD VINTAGE STARTER MOTOR D2AF-11131-AAO MUSTANG 1972 OTHER MODELS | eBay

 

[Harry449]

Thanks will check it out.