Standard Ignition RX-160 Starter Brush Set

Starter Brush Set for OE-Style Service

The Standard Ignition RX-160 starter brush set is built for charging and starting system service where brush dimensions and material quality matter. With a 1/4-inch thickness and 3/4-inch width, it is sized for specific OE-style applications and supports reliable electrical contact in the starter assembly.

Key Features

• Starter brush set for electrical, charging, and starting system repair
• Thickness: 1/4 inch
• Width: 3/4 inch
• Built with high-grade materials for extended service life
• Manufactured under complete quality control from component to finished part
• Standard Ignition RX-160 for targeted starter service

Product Details

Standard Ignition RX-160 is a starter brush set intended for vehicles that use a brush-style starter service component. Standard Ignition applies OE manufacturing discipline to its starting and charging products, with quality control maintained throughout production. This makes the RX-160 a practical choice when servicing older electrical systems that require accurate brush sizing and dependable contact performance. It is listed for 1953-1954 Chevrolet Bel Air, 1953-1954 Chevrolet Corvette, 1953 Buick Roadmaster, and 1950-1952 Buick Roadmaster.

This part cross-references 3112705 and R500 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Starter motor brush wear that can reduce electrical contact
• Intermittent cranking caused by worn brush material
• Weak starter engagement in vintage charging and starting systems
• Service needs on a 1953-1954 Chevrolet Bel Air or 1953-1954 Chevrolet Corvette
• Electrical maintenance on a 1950-1953 Buick Roadmaster

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify brush dimensions before installation and compare the old part to the RX-160 to confirm fitment. Clean the starter assembly thoroughly, inspect the commutator and related wear surfaces, and check for heat damage or uneven wear that could affect brush life. For best results, install during a complete starter service rather than as a standalone repair when other internal components show wear.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition states that its starting and charging system products use high-grade materials and are produced under complete quality control from componentry through finished product.