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BBB Industries N3838 Starter

Brand	BBB Industries N3838
Power Rating	1.4
Design	Direct drive
Mounting Bolts Included	No
Mounting Shims Included	Yes
Nose Cone Type	Closed
Number Of Pinion Teeth	9
OE Manufacturer	Delco/delphi
Overcrank Protection	No
Rotation Direction	Clockwise
Series	10mt
Solenoid Attached	Yes
Starter Drive Included	Yes
Voltage (V)	12
Product line	NEW STARTER
Fits	Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac · 173 vehicles

OE direct replacement. Built as a starter with Delco/Delphi OE manufacturer pedigree.

Direct drive design. Delivers dependable cranking with a 1.4 power rating.

Complete starter assembly. Includes the solenoid and starter drive for easier installation.

Cross-references 1988711, 1998234 and 1998235 for the same application. See all 19.

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BBB Industries N3838 Starter for GM V8 Applications

BBB Industries NEW STARTER N3838 is a 12-volt direct drive starter built for select Chevrolet, Pontiac, Buick, Oldsmobile, and Cadillac applications. It uses a clockwise rotation, a closed nose cone, and an attached solenoid for a straightforward OE-style replacement on many GM vehicles from the 1980s and early 1990s.

This starter is designed around a 10MT series layout with a 1.4 power rating, 9-pinion-tooth drive, starter drive included, and mounting shims included. It cross-references Delco/Delphi applications, including 1988711 and 19136189, for the same application.

Key Features

BBB Industries NEW STARTER line replacement starter
Part number N3838
12-volt electrical system
Direct drive design with clockwise rotation
10MT series construction
Closed nose cone design
9-tooth pinion
Solenoid attached
Starter drive included
Mounting shims included
OE manufacturer reference: Delco/Delphi

Detailed Description

BBB Industries N3838 is a starter motor for GM rear-wheel-drive passenger cars and performance models that use the 10MT starter family. It is listed for vehicles such as the 1985-1992 Chevrolet Camaro, 1985-1992 Pontiac Firebird, 1982-1990 Chevrolet Caprice, 1984-1987 Chevrolet Corvette, 1982-1987 Buick Regal, and 1982-1987 Pontiac Grand Prix. Additional coverage includes the Chevrolet El Camino, Monte Carlo, Impala, Malibu, and several Cadillac, Oldsmobile, and Buick applications.

For buyers searching for a starter for 1985-1992 Chevrolet Camaro, a starter for 1985-1992 Pontiac Firebird, or a replacement starter for 1984-1987 Chevrolet Corvette, N3838 matches the listed OE-style configuration and fitment. The direct drive layout, attached solenoid, and included shims support proper engagement in applications that use Delco/Delphi-style starting systems.

What This Starter Helps Address

Engine no-crank condition caused by a failed starter motor
Slow or inconsistent cranking during startup
Starter drive engagement problems
Electrical starting faults tied to worn internal starter components
Replacement needs for Delco/Delphi-style GM starter applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s starter family, rotation direction, and pinion tooth count before installation. This unit includes mounting shims, which are used to set proper starter-to-flywheel clearance where required. Mounting bolts are not included. Confirm the application against the vehicle’s year, make, and model, especially on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice and 1983 Chevrolet Impala vehicles noted for mid-year production coverage.

Fits 1985-1992 Chevrolet Camaro, N/A
Fits 1985-1992 Pontiac Firebird, N/A
Fits 1982-1990 Chevrolet Caprice, N/A
Fits 1982-1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, N/A
Fits 1982-1987 Buick Regal, N/A
Fits 1984-1987 Chevrolet Corvette, N/A
Fits 1982-1987 Chevrolet El Camino, N/A
Fits 1985-1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass, N/A
Fits 1985-1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon, N/A
Fits 1982-1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, N/A
Fits 1982-1987 Pontiac Grand Prix, N/A
Fits 1982-1986 Pontiac Bonneville, N/A
Fits 1982-1986 Pontiac Parisienne, N/A
Fits 1982-1985 Buick LeSabre, N/A
Fits 1982-1985 Chevrolet Impala, N/A
Fits 1982-1985 Oldsmobile Delta 88, N/A
Fits 1982-1984 Cadillac Commercial Chassis, N/A
Fits 1982-1984 Cadillac Fleetwood, N/A
Fits 1982-1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais, N/A
Fits 1983 Chevrolet Caprice, N/A; Starter Motor fits vehicles manufactured from mid 1983.
Fits 1983 Chevrolet Impala, N/A; Starter Motor fits vehicles manufactured from mid 1983.
Fits 1982-1983 Chevrolet Malibu, N/A
Fits 1982-1983 Oldsmobile 98, N/A
Fits 1982-1983 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser, N/A
Fits 1982-1983 Pontiac Grand LeMans, N/A
Fits 1982 Cadillac DeVille, N/A

Quality Assurance

BBB Industries supplies replacement electrical components built to match OE-style specifications for listed applications. N3838 is identified as a direct replacement starter for Delco/Delphi-based GM starting systems and is supported by the published interchange and fitment data for accurate catalog matching.

This part fits 173 vehicles

Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

Year	Make	Model	Transmission	Liters	Cylinders	Fuel Type	Position	Notes
1992	Chevrolet	Camaro	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1992	Pontiac	Firebird	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1991	Chevrolet	Camaro	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1991	Pontiac	Firebird	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1990	Chevrolet	Camaro	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1990	Chevrolet	Camaro	Automatic	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1990	Chevrolet	Caprice	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1990	Chevrolet	Caprice	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1990	Pontiac	Firebird	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1990	Pontiac	Firebird	Automatic	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1989	Chevrolet	Camaro	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1989	Chevrolet	Camaro	Automatic	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1989	Chevrolet	Caprice	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1989	Chevrolet	Caprice	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1989	Pontiac	Firebird	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1989	Pontiac	Firebird	Automatic	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1989	Pontiac	Firebird	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1988	Chevrolet	Camaro	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1988	Chevrolet	Camaro	Automatic	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1988	Chevrolet	Caprice	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1988	Chevrolet	Caprice	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1988	Chevrolet	Monte Carlo	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1988	Chevrolet	Monte Carlo	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1988	Pontiac	Firebird	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1988	Pontiac	Firebird	Automatic	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1987	Buick	Regal	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1987	Buick	Regal	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1987	Chevrolet	Camaro	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1987	Chevrolet	Camaro	Automatic	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1987	Chevrolet	Caprice	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1987	Chevrolet	Caprice	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1987	Chevrolet	Corvette	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1987	Chevrolet	El Camino	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1987	Chevrolet	El Camino	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1987	Chevrolet	Monte Carlo	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1987	Chevrolet	Monte Carlo	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1987	Chevrolet	Monte Carlo	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1987	Oldsmobile	Cutlass	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1987	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Salon	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1987	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Supreme	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1987	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Supreme	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1987	Pontiac	Firebird	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1987	Pontiac	Firebird	Automatic	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1987	Pontiac	Grand Prix	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1987	Pontiac	Grand Prix	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1987	Pontiac	Grand Prix	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Buick	Regal	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Buick	Regal	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Chevrolet	Camaro	Automatic	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Chevrolet	Caprice	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Chevrolet	Caprice	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Chevrolet	Corvette	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Chevrolet	El Camino	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Chevrolet	El Camino	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Chevrolet	Monte Carlo	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Chevrolet	Monte Carlo	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Chevrolet	Monte Carlo	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Oldsmobile	Cutlass	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Salon	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Supreme	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Supreme	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Pontiac	Bonneville	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Pontiac	Bonneville	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Pontiac	Bonneville	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Pontiac	Firebird	Automatic	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Pontiac	Grand Prix	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Pontiac	Grand Prix	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Pontiac	Grand Prix	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Pontiac	Parisienne	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1986	Pontiac	Parisienne	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Buick	LeSabre	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Buick	Regal	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Buick	Regal	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Chevrolet	Camaro	Automatic	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Chevrolet	Caprice	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Chevrolet	Caprice	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Chevrolet	Caprice	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Chevrolet	Corvette	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Chevrolet	El Camino	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Chevrolet	El Camino	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Chevrolet	Impala	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Chevrolet	Impala	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Chevrolet	Impala	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Chevrolet	Monte Carlo	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Chevrolet	Monte Carlo	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Chevrolet	Monte Carlo	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Oldsmobile	Cutlass	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Salon	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Supreme	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Supreme	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Oldsmobile	Delta 88	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Pontiac	Bonneville	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Pontiac	Bonneville	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Pontiac	Firebird	Automatic	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Pontiac	Grand Prix	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Pontiac	Grand Prix	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Pontiac	Parisienne	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Pontiac	Parisienne	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1985	Pontiac	Parisienne	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Buick	LeSabre	—	4.1L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Buick	LeSabre	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Buick	Regal	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Buick	Regal	—	4.1L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Buick	Regal	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Cadillac	Commercial Chassis	—	6.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Cadillac	Fleetwood	—	6.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Chevrolet	Caprice	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Chevrolet	Caprice	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Chevrolet	Corvette	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Chevrolet	El Camino	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Chevrolet	El Camino	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Chevrolet	Impala	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Chevrolet	Impala	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Chevrolet	Monte Carlo	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Chevrolet	Monte Carlo	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Calais	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Calais	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Supreme	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Oldsmobile	Delta 88	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Pontiac	Bonneville	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Pontiac	Bonneville	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Pontiac	Grand Prix	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Pontiac	Grand Prix	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Pontiac	Parisienne	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1984	Pontiac	Parisienne	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1983	Buick	LeSabre	—	4.1L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1983	Buick	LeSabre	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1983	Buick	Regal	—	4.1L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1983	Buick	Regal	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1983	Cadillac	Commercial Chassis	—	6.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1983	Cadillac	Fleetwood	—	6.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1983	Chevrolet	Caprice	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	Starter Motor fits vehicles manufactured from mid 1983.; NEW STARTER
1983	Chevrolet	Caprice	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1983	Chevrolet	El Camino	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1983	Chevrolet	Impala	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1983	Chevrolet	Impala	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	Starter Motor fits vehicles manufactured from mid 1983.; NEW STARTER
1983	Chevrolet	Malibu	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1983	Chevrolet	Monte Carlo	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1983	Oldsmobile	98	—	4.1L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1983	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Calais	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1983	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Cruiser	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1983	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Supreme	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1983	Oldsmobile	Delta 88	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1983	Pontiac	Bonneville	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1983	Pontiac	Grand LeMans	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1983	Pontiac	Grand Prix	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1983	Pontiac	Parisienne	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Buick	LeSabre	—	4.1L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Buick	LeSabre	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Buick	Regal	—	4.1L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Buick	Regal	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Cadillac	Commercial Chassis	—	6.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Cadillac	DeVille	—	4.1L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Cadillac	Fleetwood	—	4.1L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Cadillac	Fleetwood	—	6.0L	V8	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Chevrolet	Caprice	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Chevrolet	El Camino	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Chevrolet	Impala	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Chevrolet	Impala	—	3.8L	V6	GAS	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Chevrolet	Malibu	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Chevrolet	Monte Carlo	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Oldsmobile	98	—	4.1L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Calais	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Cruiser	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Supreme	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Oldsmobile	Delta 88	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Pontiac	Bonneville	—	4.1L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Pontiac	Bonneville	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Pontiac	Grand LeMans	—	4.1L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Pontiac	Grand LeMans	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Pontiac	Grand Prix	—	4.1L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Pontiac	Grand Prix	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
1982	Pontiac	Parisienne	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	NEW STARTER
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Directly replaces or cross-references 19 part numbers

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.

19887111998234199823519982361998286199840019984351998452199846719985161998557199856419985771998580199859110455300104968711049687219136189