WAI 16121N Starter
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WAI 16121N Starter

Brand WAI 16121N
12 12
Design Wound wire direct drive
Family Lucas
Power Rating 0.8
Starter Rotation Clockwise (right)
Tooth Quantity 9
Mounting Type Flange
Fits —

100% new construction. Not remanufactured, with proprietary components and processes.

Direct drive design. Wound wire setup delivers dependable starter performance.

Flange mount starter. Compact starter with 9 teeth and clockwise rotation.

Cross-references BBB Industries 16121, Haynes 25041 and NTK 25079 for the same application. See all 44.

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Starter for Lucas Applications

The WAI 16121N starter is a 12-volt, direct-drive replacement built for vehicles that need reliable cranking performance. It uses a wound wire direct drive design with clockwise rotation and a 9-tooth flange mount configuration for Lucas-family applications.

Key Features

  • 12-volt starter for electrical, charging, and starting systems
  • Wound wire direct drive construction
  • Clockwise (right) rotation
  • 9-tooth drive gear
  • Flange mounting type
  • 0.8 power rating
  • Built for Lucas family applications
  • 100% new, not remanufactured

Detailed Description

WAI Part Number 16121N is engineered to deliver the amp output needed for modern vehicle starting demands. As a 100% new starter, it is manufactured with proprietary components and processes focused on service life and consistent performance. This unit is a direct-fit style starter for Lucas-based applications and is commonly searched as a replacement starter for Lucas vehicles, WAI 16121N starter, and 12V flange mount starter with 9 teeth.

This part cross-references BBB Industries 16121 and Haynes 25041 for the same application. It also aligns with multiple interchange numbers used across starter replacement catalogs, making WAI 16121N a practical reference when sourcing a starter for Lucas-equipped vehicles.

What It Helps Solve

  • Slow or weak engine cranking
  • No-crank conditions caused by starter failure
  • Intermittent starting performance
  • Starter drive engagement issues related to worn teeth
  • Replacement needs for a 12V Lucas-style starter

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the starter rotation, tooth count, mounting style, and voltage before installation. Confirm the vehicle uses a clockwise (right) rotation, 9-tooth, flange-mount starter with a Lucas family configuration. Compare the original unit and electrical connections to ensure proper fitment on the vehicle.

Compatible with Lucas-style starter applications and commonly searched for use on classic and import vehicle starting systems. For fitment-based searches, use terms such as WAI 16121N starter, Lucas starter replacement, and 12-volt flange mount starter.

Quality Assurance

WAI states that this starter is 100% new and built with proprietary components and processes to support long service life and dependable performance.

This part fits 0 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
Directly replaces or cross-references 44 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
BBB Industries — 16121Haynes — 25041NTK — 25079NTK — 25201Remy — 25022Remy — 25024Remy — 25061Remy — 25062Remy — 25122Remy — 252392501625016A25022A/L25022M25022N/Q2502525061A25061B25061E/F2506325063B/D25063E/F2506525065A25065B25065D/E25071A/D25075A25079A/J25079F2508525085A/B2508825088A/J25088B25088E251382514925149B/H433273436076458578944280551020944280553430