BBB Industries N17578 Starter

Starter for Ford Super Duty and Econoline Applications

BBB Industries NEW STARTER N17578 is a 12-volt replacement starter built for select Ford trucks and vans with Mitsubishi starter motor applications. It uses a planetary gear reduction design, a clockwise rotation, and an attached solenoid for direct replacement service.

The BBB Industries NEW STARTER line focuses on application-specific replacement parts for starting-system repairs. This N17578 starter is built with an open nose cone, 12 pinion teeth, and 3.6 power rating to match the requirements of listed Ford Excursion, F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, E-350 Econoline, and related models.

Key Features

• Part number N17578
• 12-volt starter for starting-system repair
• Planetary gear reduction design
• Clockwise rotation
• Solenoid attached
• Starter drive included
• Open nose cone type
• 12 pinion teeth
• OE manufacturer reference: Mitsubishi
• BBB Industries NEW STARTER product line

Detailed Description

BBB Industries N17578 is a replacement starter for Ford diesel and heavy-duty applications that use Mitsubishi starter motor designs. It is listed for 2001 Ford Excursion, 2001 Ford F-250 Super Duty, 2001 Ford F-350 Super Duty, 1995-2000 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, 1999-2000 Ford E-350 Super Duty, 2000 Ford Excursion, 1999-2000 Ford F-250 Super Duty, 1999-2000 Ford F-350 Super Duty, 1995-1998 Ford E-350 Econoline, 1997 Ford F-250 HD, 1994-1997 Ford F-350, and 1994-1996 Ford F-250. This part cross-references Ford F4TZ-11002-A and Mitsubishi M8T50071 for the same application.

As part of the BBB Industries NEW STARTER line, this unit is positioned as a direct-fit replacement for vehicles that require a Mitsubishi-style starter configuration. The gear reduction design helps deliver the torque needed for demanding starting loads, while the attached solenoid and included starter drive simplify matching the original starter layout.

What This Starter Helps Address

• Engine no-crank condition caused by starter failure
• Slow or weak cranking during ignition
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Grinding or incomplete pinion engagement
• Replacement needs on Mitsubishi-style Ford starter applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s starter mounting style, rotation direction, pinion tooth count, and electrical connection before installation. This starter does not include mounting bolts or shims, so reuse or source the correct hardware as required by the vehicle. Confirm the application against the listed Ford Excursion, F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, E-350 Econoline, and related fitments before service.

Quality Assurance

BBB Industries manufactures the NEW STARTER line as a replacement solution for starting-system service. N17578 is built to match the listed OE-style Mitsubishi starter applications and vehicle fitment requirements.