WAI 16164N Starter

Brand WAI 16164N
12 12
Design Wound wire direct drive
Family Lucas
Power Rating 1.1
Starter Rotation Clockwise (right)
Tooth Quantity 10
Mounting Type Flange
Fits MG · 13 vehicles

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

Direct drive design. Wound wire setup for consistent starter engagement.

Lucas family fitment. Application-specific starter with flange mounting and clockwise rotation.

Cross-references BBB Industries 16164, NTK 25660 and 25616A for the same application. See all 10.

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Starter for MG MGB

This WAI starter, part number 16164N, is built for direct replacement applications on the MG MGB. It uses a wound wire direct drive design and is engineered to deliver the amp output needed for modern electrical demands.

  • 100% new starter construction, not remanufactured
  • Wound wire direct drive design for consistent engagement
  • Clockwise rotation with 10-tooth configuration
  • Flange mounting type for application-specific installation
  • 1.1 power rating with Lucas family design

Detailed Product Information

WAI part number 16164N is a starter assembly for 1968-1980 MG MGB applications. The unit is built as a 100% new component and uses proprietary manufacturing processes and parts selection to support long service life and dependable performance. Its Lucas family design, clockwise rotation, and 10-tooth setup make it a fitment-specific replacement for the listed vehicle application.

This starter cross-references BBB Industries 16164 for the same application. The 16164N is a practical choice when replacing a worn starter on an MG MGB and when matching the original mounting and drive configuration is important.

What This Starter Helps Address

  • Slow or weak cranking during engine start
  • No-start conditions caused by starter failure
  • Inconsistent starter engagement or drive issues
  • Electrical load demands that exceed a failing starter's output

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the flange mounting style, clockwise rotation, and 10-tooth drive before installation. Confirm the application against the vehicle's existing starter configuration to ensure proper alignment and engagement. For MG MGB replacement work, matching the original electrical and mechanical specifications is essential for correct operation.

Quality Assurance

WAI states that this starter is 100% new, not remanufactured, and manufactured with proprietary components and processes to support maximum life and performance.

This part fits 13 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelLitersCylindersNotes
1980MGMGB———
1979MGMGB———
1978MGMGB———
1977MGMGB———
1976MGMGB1.8LL4—
1975MGMGB1.8LL4—
1974MGMGB1.8LL4—
1973MGMGB1.8LL4—
1972MGMGB———
1971MGMGB———
1970MGMGB———
1969MGMGB———
1968MGMGB———
Directly replaces or cross-references 10 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
BBB Industries — 16164NTK — 2566025616A25616A/J25616J2565425654A/H25660A25660A/B25660B