MPA Electrical 3142S Starter Motor

Remanufactured Ford Starter for Classic Applications

The MPA Electrical 3142S is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for classic Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications that use a direct-drive design. With a 1.4 kW rating, clockwise rotation, and a 9-tooth drive, it is specified for vehicles that need a starter with the solenoid attached on the starter assembly.

• Remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical
• Direct drive design for traditional Ford starting systems
• 1.4 kW output with 12-volt electrical system
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive gear
• Fits applications noted as starter with solenoid attached
• Cross-reference: Anchor 3141, 3142, 3150

Product Line Details

MPA Electrical Remanufactured parts are rebuilt for replacement use in charging and starting systems. This starter is part of that remanufactured line and is listed for a wide range of Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles from the late 1960s through the 1970s, including Ford F-100, F-150, F-250, F-350, Mustang, LTD, Thunderbird, and related Lincoln Continental and Mercury Marquis applications. The part number 3142S is also associated with multiple OE and aftermarket interchange numbers for direct replacement matching.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1977 Ford E-250 Econoline, N/A
• Fits 1977 Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A
• Fits 1977 Ford E-350 Econoline, N/A
• Fits 1977 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A
• Fits 1977 Ford F-150, N/A
• Fits 1977 Ford F-250, N/A
• Fits 1977 Ford F-350, N/A
• Fits 1977 Ford LTD, N/A
• Fits 1977 Lincoln Continental, N/A
• Fits 1977 Mercury Grand Marquis, N/A
• Fits 1977 Mercury Marquis, N/A
• Fits 1975-1976 Ford E-250 Econoline, N/A
• Fits 1975-1976 Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A
• Fits 1975-1976 Ford E-350 Econoline, N/A
• Fits 1975-1976 Ford F-150, N/A
• Fits 1973-1976 Ford F-250, N/A
• Fits 1973-1976 Ford F-350, N/A
• Fits 1968-1976 Ford Thunderbird, N/A
• Fits 1968-1976 Lincoln Continental, N/A
• Fits 1973-1976 Mercury Cougar, N/A
• Fits 1971 Mercury Cougar, N/A
• Fits 1975-1976 Mercury Grand Marquis, N/A
• Fits 1969-1976 Mercury Marquis, N/A
• Fits 1970-1976 Mercury Montego, N/A
• Fits 1972-1976 Mercury Montego, N/A
• Fits 1973-1974 Ford F-100, N/A
• Fits 1969-1974 Mercury Colony Park, N/A
• Fits 1969-1973 Ford LTD, N/A
• Fits 1969-1971 Ford Mustang, N/A
• Fits 1969-1970 Mercury Marauder, N/A

Common Uses

• Restores cranking performance on a vehicle that clicks but does not start
• Replaces a worn starter drive or weak internal motor in classic Ford applications
• Addresses slow or inconsistent engine cranking on 12-volt systems
• Supports replacement on vehicles with starter-mounted solenoid configurations
• Helps resolve intermittent no-start conditions tied to starter wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the starter design, clockwise rotation, 12-volt system, 1.4 kW rating, and 9-tooth drive before installation. This part is listed for applications with the solenoid attached to the starter, so verify the original unit style and mounting pattern on the vehicle. For a proper match, compare the existing starter and interchange references such as 3142S before installation on Ford F-150, Mustang, LTD, Thunderbird, or related Lincoln and Mercury models.

Quality Assurance

This MPA Electrical starter is remanufactured for replacement use and cataloged with multiple OE and aftermarket interchange references for application matching. It is intended for direct-fit service where the original starter specification matches the listed vehicle coverage.