Oldsmobile & Pontiac V8 1.9 HP Mini Starter - Black
Oldsmobile & Pontiac V8 1.9 HP Mini Starter - Black
SKU: SKU: JM7008BK
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Product Details
Features
- High-Torque 1.9 HP Motor: Provides dependable cranking power for Pontiac and Oldsmobile V8 engines.
- 4.0:1 Gear Reduction: Improves starter engagement and torque multiplication during startup.
- Compact Mini Starter Design: Creates additional clearance around headers, oil pans, and exhaust components.
- Adjustable Mounting Block: Allows easier starter positioning and installation flexibility.
Description
Upgrade your Pontiac or Oldsmobile V8 with a compact high-torque mini starter engineered for dependable cranking performance and improved engine bay clearance. Featuring a 1.9 horsepower motor and 4.0:1 gear reduction ratio, this starter delivers reliable starting power for street, restoration, and performance applications.
Compatible with many Pontiac and Oldsmobile 350, 400, and 455 engine combinations, this starter is designed to provide strong cranking performance while maintaining a lightweight, compact footprint. The gear reduction design helps increase torque output for dependable hot and cold starts, including demanding higher-compression engine combinations.
The compact Nippondenso-style housing creates additional clearance around headers, exhaust systems, oil pans, and other tight engine bay components where larger factory-style starters can create fitment challenges. An adjustable billet aluminum mounting block allows easier starter positioning and installation flexibility across a wide range of Pontiac and Oldsmobile applications.
Rated for engine combinations up to approximately 12.0:1 compression ratio, this starter is engineered to deliver reliable performance for classic muscle cars, restoration projects, and custom builds. The chrome finish adds a bright show-quality appearance while maintaining the durability needed for long-term use.
Whether you're replacing a worn factory starter in a Pontiac GTO, Firebird, Trans Am, LeMans, Catalina, or an Oldsmobile Cutlass, 442, or Delta 88, this high-torque mini starter delivers the power, clearance, and reliability needed for dependable engine starts.
Compact Mini Starter Design
The Nippondenso-style housing helps create additional clearance around headers, oil pans, steering components, and other engine bay obstacles. Its compact footprint makes it a popular upgrade for classic Pontiac and Oldsmobile muscle car builds.
High-Torque Starting Performance
The 1.9 HP motor and 4.0:1 gear reduction ratio work together to provide strong cranking performance for Pontiac and Oldsmobile V8 engine combinations. Gear reduction technology helps improve starter efficiency while maintaining a lightweight compact design.
Specs
| Starter Style | Mini |
| Starter Type | Nippondenso |
| Color | Black |
| Adjustable Mounting Block | Yes |
| Starter Rotation | Standard |
| Maximum Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 |
| Gear Reduction Ratio | 4.0:1 |
| Horsepower | 1.9 |
| Starter Housing Material | Cast Aluminum |
| Mounting Block Material | Billet Aluminum |
Engine Fitment
COMPATIBLE WITH
OLDSMOBILE V8
• 5.7 L / 350 in3
• 6.6 L / 400 in3
• 7.5 L / 455 in3
PONTIAC V8
• 5.7 L / 350 in3
• 6.6 L / 400 in3
• 7.5 L / 455 in3
NOTE: Fits 166-tooth flywheels
COMMON VEHICLE APPLICATIONS
Pontiac GTO / Firebird / Trans Am
Pontiac LeMans / Catalina
Classic Pontiac street and muscle builds
Q&A
What applications is this starter compatible with?
This starter is designed for compatible applications including OLDSMOBILE V8 and PONTIAC V8.
Will this starter fit Oldsmobile and Pontiac V8 engines?
Yes, this starter is designed for compatible Oldsmobile and Pontiac V8 applications listed in the fitment details.
What flywheel tooth count does this starter fit?
This starter is designed for 166-tooth flywheel applications.
What type of starter is this?
This is a mini high torque starter designed to provide strong cranking power in a more compact package than many stock starters.
Does this starter have an adjustable mounting block?
No, this starter does not use an adjustable mounting block, so fitment should be confirmed against the intended application.
What direction does this starter rotate?
This starter uses standard rotation, matching the intended factory-style rotation direction for compatible applications.
What materials is this starter made from?
It uses a aluminum starter housing, helping balance strength, weight, and durability.
Is this a good upgrade over a stock starter?
Yes, this starter is a strong upgrade for compatible applications that need improved cranking power, compact packaging, and better performance than a stock-style starter.
Will this starter help with hot starts or high-compression engines?
Yes, a high-torque gear-reduction starter can improve cranking performance in heat-soaked conditions and on more demanding engine combinations when matched to the correct application.
Does the black finish affect performance?
No, the black finish does not change the starter's performance characteristics—it mainly changes appearance and gives it a more aggressive look.
Is the black finish durable for long-term use?
Yes, the black finish is designed for durability and corrosion resistance when properly maintained.
Will this starter fit a Pontiac 455?
Yes. This starter is designed for compatible Pontiac 350, 400, and 455 V8 applications. Verify fitment before ordering.
Will this starter fit an Oldsmobile 455?
Yes. Compatible applications include many Oldsmobile 350, 400, and 455 V8 engine combinations. Verify fitment before installation.
What flywheel does this starter fit?
This starter is designed for 166-tooth flywheel applications. Verify tooth count before installation.
Emissions Notice
This product does not affect vehicle emissions and is not subject to emissions compliance regulations.
Oldsmobile & Pontiac V8 1.9 HP Mini Starter - Black
Upgrade your Pontiac or Oldsmobile V8 with a compact high-torque mini starter engineered for dependable cranking performance and improved engine bay clearance. Featuring a 1.9 horsepower motor and 4.0:1 gear reduction ratio, this starter delivers reliable starting power for street, restoration, and performance applications.
Compatible with many Pontiac and Oldsmobile 350, 400, and 455 engine combinations, this starter is designed to provide strong cranking performance while maintaining a lightweight, compact footprint. The gear reduction design helps increase torque output for dependable hot and cold starts, including demanding higher-compression engine combinations.
The compact Nippondenso-style housing creates additional clearance around headers, exhaust systems, oil pans, and other tight engine bay components where larger factory-style starters can create fitment challenges. An adjustable billet aluminum mounting block allows easier starter positioning and installation flexibility across a wide range of Pontiac and Oldsmobile applications.
Rated for engine combinations up to approximately 12.0:1 compression ratio, this starter is engineered to deliver reliable performance for classic muscle cars, restoration projects, and custom builds. The black finish adds a bright show-quality appearance while maintaining the durability needed for long-term use.
Whether you're replacing a worn factory starter in a Pontiac GTO, Firebird, Trans Am, LeMans, Catalina, or an Oldsmobile Cutlass, 442, or Delta 88, this high-torque mini starter delivers the power, clearance, and reliability needed for dependable engine starts.
Compact Mini Starter Design
The Nippondenso-style housing helps create additional clearance around headers, oil pans, steering components, and other engine bay obstacles. Its compact footprint makes it a popular upgrade for classic Pontiac and Oldsmobile muscle car builds.
High-Torque Starting Performance
The 1.9 HP motor and 4.0:1 gear reduction ratio work together to provide strong cranking performance for Pontiac and Oldsmobile V8 engine combinations. Gear reduction technology helps improve starter efficiency while maintaining a lightweight compact design.
COMPATIBLE WITH
OLDSMOBILE V8
• 5.7 L / 350 in3
• 6.6 L / 400 in3
• 7.5 L / 455 in3
PONTIAC V8
• 5.7 L / 350 in3
• 6.6 L / 400 in3
• 7.5 L / 455 in3
NOTE: Fits 166-tooth flywheels
COMMON VEHICLE APPLICATIONS
Pontiac GTO / Firebird / Trans Am
Pontiac LeMans / Catalina
Classic Pontiac street and muscle builds
SPECIFICATIONS
Starter Style: Mini
Starter Type: Nippondenso
Color: Black
Adjustable Mounting Block: Yes
Starter Rotation: Standard
Maximum Compression Ratio: 12.0:1
Gear Reduction Ratio: 4.0:1
Horsepower: 1.9
Starter Housing Material: Cast Aluminum
Mounting Block Material: Billet Aluminum