WAI 3152N Starter

WAI 3152N Starter for Ford Applications

The WAI 3152N starter is a 12-volt, 1.4 kW direct-drive unit built for Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles that need dependable cranking performance. It uses a clockwise rotation and a flange mount, with a 9-tooth design for the listed applications.

Key Features

• Part number: 3152N
• 12-volt starter for selected Ford-family applications
• 1.4 power rating for starting performance
• Wound wire direct drive design
• Clockwise (right) starter rotation
• 9-tooth pinion configuration
• Flange mounting type
• 100% new construction, not remanufactured

Detailed Description

WAI engineers this starter to deliver the amp output needed for modern vehicle starting demands while maintaining consistent performance in classic Ford platforms. The 3152N is a direct-fit starter for a wide range of Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, Bronco, E-250 Econoline, E-350 Econoline, LTD, Thunderbird, Lincoln Continental, and Mercury Cougar, Marquis, and Montego applications across the listed model years. This part cross-references Anchor 3149 and 3152 for the same application.

Built as a new unit with proprietary components and manufacturing processes, the WAI 3152N starter is intended for drivers replacing a worn starter on Ford trucks, vans, and passenger cars where correct rotation, tooth count, and mounting style matter. The part number 3152N is also referenced by multiple OE and aftermarket numbers for application matching.

What It Helps Solve

• Slow or inconsistent engine cranking
• No-start conditions caused by starter wear
• Grinding or improper engagement from incorrect tooth count or rotation
• Electrical starting issues on aging Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury platforms
• Replacement needs for original starters that no longer perform reliably

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s starter configuration before ordering, especially on 1977 applications that note differences such as solenoid-on-starter, B+ tab on rear of starter, or attached solenoid requirements. Confirm 12-volt system compatibility, clockwise rotation, 9-tooth pinion count, and flange mount style against the removed unit. For best results, compare the original part number and connector layout before installation.

Quality Assurance

WAI states that this starter is 100% new rather than remanufactured, and it is produced with proprietary components and processes to support long service life and consistent performance. The 3152N is built to meet the starting demands of the listed Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications.