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FWGC 6442R Starter
| Brand | FWGC 6442R |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 12 |
| Design | Permanent magnet gear reduction |
| Family | Delco |
| Power Rating | 1.6 |
| Starter Rotation | Clockwise (right) |
| Tooth Quantity | 11 |
| Mounting Type | Pad |
| Fits | Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and Pontiac · 15 vehicles |
OE-style replacement. Built for Delco applications with a pad-mount starter design.
Gear reduction design. Permanent magnet construction helps deliver efficient starting output.
12-volt starter. Sized for modern electrical demands with a 1.6 power rating.
Cross-references AMS Automotive 6442, 9000773 and 10465143 for the same application. See all 4.
Starter for Delco Applications
This 12-volt starter is built for Delco applications that need reliable cranking power and consistent engagement. The 6442R uses a permanent magnet gear reduction design to deliver the output required for modern electrical demands.
Key Features
- 12-volt starter with permanent magnet gear reduction construction
- 1.6 power rating for dependable starting performance
- Clockwise rotation with 11-tooth drive
- Pad mounting type for direct replacement applications
- Built as part of the DELCO family
Detailed Description
The 6442R starter is engineered for vehicles that use a Delco-style starter configuration and require a clockwise-rotation unit with an 11-tooth drive. Its permanent magnet gear reduction design helps provide the amp output needed for today’s electrical systems while keeping the starter compact and efficient. This starter is a practical replacement choice for Buick, Chevrolet, Cadillac, and Pontiac applications listed in the fitment data, including Buick Roadmaster, Chevrolet Caprice, and Pontiac Firebird coverage. The 6442R part number is also useful when matching service records or replacing an existing unit by reference.
This part cross-references AMS Automotive 6442 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Slow or weak engine cranking
- No-start conditions caused by starter failure
- Intermittent engagement from worn starter components
- Electrical load demands that require stable starter output
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify 12-volt system requirements, clockwise rotation, 11-tooth drive count, and pad mounting before installation. Confirm the existing starter family and compare the 6442R part number against the removed unit to help ensure correct application matching. Fitment includes 1993-1995 Buick, Chevrolet, Cadillac, and Pontiac applications; review the notes for Delco Unit and PG250 Starter references where listed.
Quality Assurance
Power Select starters are engineered to provide the amp output necessary for today’s vehicles. Proprietary components and manufacturing processes are used to support long service life and consistent performance.
| Year | Make | Model | Body Type | Liters | Cylinders | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Buick | Commercial Chassis | — | — | — | Delco Unit |
| 1995 | Buick | Roadmaster | Sedan | — | — | PG250 Starter |
| 1995 | Cadillac | Fleetwood | — | — | — | Delco Unit, PG250 Starter |
| 1995 | Chevrolet | Caprice | — | 5.7L | V8 | Delco Unit, PG250 Starter |
| 1995 | Chevrolet | Impala | — | — | — | Delco Unit |
| 1994 | Buick | Commercial Chassis | — | — | — | Delco Unit |
| 1994 | Buick | Roadmaster | — | — | — | — |
| 1994 | Cadillac | Fleetwood | — | — | — | Delco Unit, PG250 Starter |
| 1994 | Chevrolet | Camaro | — | 5.7L | V8 | Delco Unit, PG250 Starter |
| 1994 | Chevrolet | Caprice | — | 5.7L | V8 | Delco Unit, PG250 Starter |
| 1994 | Chevrolet | Impala | — | — | — | Delco Unit |
| 1994 | Pontiac | Firebird | — | 5.7L | V8 | Delco Unit, PG250 Starter |
| 1993 | Cadillac | Fleetwood | — | — | — | Delco Unit, PG250 Starter |
| 1993 | Chevrolet | Camaro | — | 5.7L | V8 | Delco Unit, PG250 Starter |
| 1993 | Pontiac | Firebird | — | 5.7L | V8 | Delco Unit, PG250 Starter |
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