Remanufactured Starter
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- Best price today: $178.64 refurbished at Tasca Parts (checked Nov 9, 2026).
Our take on the Remanufactured Starter
A remanufactured starter is a factory-original starter that has been rebuilt with new bearings, brushes, solenoid contacts and often a new drive gear, then tested before sale. It fits the same mounting holes and wiring as the original unit, so installation is a direct swap. Compared with a new OEM starter it costs far less and keeps the original housing, while cheap new aftermarket starters vary more in quality. It suits drivers replacing a clicking or slow-cranking starter on an older GM vehicle who want OEM fit without paying new-part money.
- Direct fit for the original GM mounting and wiring
- Rebuilt with fresh wear parts and bench-tested
- Keeps the original housing and gear mesh
- Usually cheaper than a new OEM starter
- Core return keeps the old unit out of the scrap pile
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$178.64Observed at 9:43 AM
What reviewers say
Owners of remanufactured starters generally report a straightforward bolt-in fit and reliable cranking when the rebuilder is reputable. Complaints center on short-lived solenoids and units that fail within months, which owners attribute to inconsistent rebuild quality.
- FitPraisedOwners say it mounts to the original holes and plugs into the factory wiring without modification.
- ReliabilityMixedMany units crank for years, but some fail within months, so results depend on the rebuilder.
- SolenoidCriticisedSeveral owners report the solenoid clicking or dying before the motor itself shows problems.
Questions and answers
- Is a remanufactured starter as good as a new one?
- A well-rebuilt unit with a new solenoid and brushes performs like new and keeps the original housing. Cheap rebuilds that reuse the solenoid are the ones that fail early, so the rebuilder matters more than the label.
- Will it fit my GM vehicle?
- It is built for the original GM application, so it matches the factory mounting and wiring for that part number. Confirm your engine and year against the part number before ordering.
- What is a core charge?
- It is a refundable deposit held until you send back the old starter. You get it back once the core is received, so keep the box and return label.
- How long does installation take?
- On most GM engines it is a one- to two-hour job with basic hand tools: disconnect the battery, unbolt the starter, swap the wiring. Tight exhaust routing on some models adds time.
- Why does my starter click instead of crank?
- A single click usually means low battery voltage or a failing solenoid; rapid clicking points to the battery or cables. Test the battery first, since a weak battery mimics a bad starter.
- Does it come with a warranty?
- Remanufactured starters typically carry a limited warranty, often shorter than new units. Keep the receipt and check the term before installing.