BBB Industries 17801 Starter Motor

Reman Starter for Heavy-Duty GM Applications

BBB Industries REMAN STARTER 17801 is a 12-volt remanufactured starter built for select Chevrolet, GMC, and Hummer applications. It uses an offset gear reduction design with a clockwise rotation, a 9-tooth pinion, and an attached solenoid for direct replacement service.

This BBB Industries REMAN STARTER line focuses on remanufactured electrical starting components for OE-style fit and function. Part number 17801 is built around Hitachi OE manufacturer specifications and is suited for trucks and vans that need dependable cranking performance.

Key Features

• 12-volt remanufactured starter for starting system repair
• Offset gear reduction design for compact, efficient operation
• Clockwise rotation with 9-pinion-tooth drive
• Solenoid attached and starter drive included
• Open nose cone type
• Hitachi OE manufacturer reference
• BBB Industries part number 17801

Detailed Description

BBB Industries 17801 is a reman starter designed for vehicles that use a Hitachi-style starting system. The offset gear reduction layout helps package the starter in tight engine bay locations, while the attached solenoid and included starter drive simplify replacement of a worn or failed unit. This starter is specified at 2.2 power rating and operates on 12 volts with clockwise rotation.

Compatible With 2001-2010 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 2001-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, 2006-2010 Chevrolet Express 2500, 2006-2010 Chevrolet Express 3500, and 2006-2010 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD. It also fits 2001-2010 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, 2001-2006 GMC Sierra 3500, 2006-2010 GMC Savana 2500, 2006-2010 GMC Savana 3500, and 2007-2010 GMC Sierra 3500 HD. Additional applications include 2006 Hummer H1 and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Classic, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Classic, 2007 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Classic, and 2007 GMC Sierra 3500 Classic. This part cross-references 97209548 and 97720446 for the same application.

Common Starting Issues This Part Can Address

• Engine cranks slowly or intermittently
• Starter clicks but does not engage
• No-crank condition caused by internal starter wear
• Grinding or weak engagement at startup
• Failure of the solenoid or starter drive assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the OE manufacturer reference, pinion tooth count, rotation direction, and mounting style before installation. This starter does not include mounting bolts or mounting shims, so reuse or source the correct hardware as needed for the application. Confirm battery condition, cable integrity, and charging system output before replacing the starter to avoid repeat failures.

Quality Assurance

BBB Industries remanufactured starters are rebuilt to meet application-specific electrical starting requirements and OE-style fitment expectations. Part number 17801 is remanufactured for use in Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, and Hummer H1 applications listed above.