MPA Electrical 3174N Starter Motor

Starter for Ford V8 Applications

MPA Electrical 3174N is a new direct drive starter built for 12-volt Ford applications that need a 1.4 kW unit with clockwise rotation and a 9-tooth drive. It is listed for a wide range of Ford truck, van, and passenger car fitments from 1977 through 1991, including F-150, F-250, F-350, Bronco, E-250 Econoline, and E-350 Econoline models.

This MPA Electrical starter, part number 3174N, is a practical OE-style replacement for Ford starting systems that require the specified drive configuration and electrical output. It cross-references Anchor 3152 and 3174 for the same application.

Key Features

• Direct drive starter design
• 1.4 kW rating for Ford starting applications
• 12-volt electrical system
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive
• New MPA Electrical part number 3174N

Fitment Details

• Fits 1978-1991 Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A
• Fits 1978-1991 Ford E-350 Econoline, N/A
• Fits 1978-1991 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A
• Fits 1978-1991 Ford F-250, N/A
• Fits 1978-1991 Ford F-350, N/A
• Fits 1978-1982 Ford Bronco, N/A
• Fits 1978-1981 Ford E-250 Econoline, N/A
• Fits 1978-1981 Ford F-150, N/A
• Fits 1980 Ford E-100 Econoline, N/A
• Fits 1978 Ford E-100 Econoline, N/A
• Fits 1978-1979 Ford F-100, N/A
• Fits 1978-1979 Ford Thunderbird, N/A
• Fits 1978-1979 Lincoln Continental, N/A
• Fits 1978-1979 Mercury Cougar, N/A
• Fits 1978 Ford LTD, N/A
• Fits 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis, N/A
• Fits 1978 Mercury Marquis, N/A
• 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-100, 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 Ford Thunderbird, N/A
• Fits 1977 Lincoln Continental, N/A
• Fits 1977 Mercury Cougar, N/A
• Fits 1977 Mercury Grand Marquis, N/A
• Fits 1977 Mercury Marquis, N/A

What This Starter Helps Address

• Slow or no-crank starting on Ford trucks and vans
• Starter failure from worn internal drive components
• Incorrect rotation or tooth count during replacement
• Electrical starting issues on 12-volt Ford systems
• Fitment problems when replacing an original direct drive starter

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s original starter specifications before installation, including clockwise rotation, 12-volt system requirements, 1.4 kW rating, and 9-tooth drive count. This part number 3174N is listed for multiple Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications, including F-150, F-250, F-350, Bronco, and Econoline models, so matching the original application details is important.

For 1977 Ford applications, the fitment notes include second production variations such as remote solenoid or battery tab configurations. Confirm the vehicle’s production details and existing starter setup before ordering.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical supplies this starter as a new replacement component for Ford starting systems. The listed specifications and interchange references support accurate parts matching for service and repair work.