Ricks Motorsport Electric 61-602 OE Style Starter Motor

The Ricks Motorsport Electric 61-602 is an OE-style replacement starter motor engineered with enhanced durability features that address common failure points found in many original equipment starters.

Advanced Bearing Protection:

Unlike many OEM starter motors that use an unprotected output needle bearing on the outside of the output shaft seal, this Rick's Motorsport Electric starter features a double-sealed ball bearing with the output shaft seal positioned on the outside of the bearing. This design prevents moisture from entering the output cap and traveling along the armature shaft to corrode the bearing—a common cause of premature starter failure.

Key Features:

• OE-style direct replacement starter motor
• Double-sealed ball bearing for superior moisture protection
• Replaceable sealed ball bearing for extended service life
• Output shaft seal positioned outside the bearing to prevent water entry
• Longer-life bearing design compared to many OEM units
• Affordable alternative to OEM replacement parts

This thoughtful engineering approach delivers two significant advantages: first, the output bearing is shielded from damaging water intrusion, and second, when service is eventually needed, the sealed ball bearing can be replaced rather than requiring a complete starter replacement.