WAI 4162N Starter

Starter for Delco Applications

The WAI 4162N is a 12-volt starter built for Delco-family applications that need reliable cranking power. It uses a wound wire direct drive design, clockwise rotation, and a 1.4 power rating to support starting performance in demanding electrical systems.

For buyers searching for a WAI starter 4162N for Delco starter replacement needs, this unit is a direct-fit electrical component built as a 100% new starter, not a remanufactured unit. It is a practical choice for vehicle owners and repair shops looking for a starter motor with the correct tooth count and flange mounting style.

Key Features

• Part number: 4162N
• 12-volt starter for charging and starting system service
• Wound wire direct drive construction
• Delco family design
• Clockwise (right) starter rotation
• 9-tooth drive gear
• Flange mounting type
• 1.4 power rating
• 100% new construction with proprietary components and processes

Detailed Product Overview

The WAI 4162N starter is engineered to deliver the amp output needed for modern vehicle starting demands. Its direct-drive layout and Delco-style family design make it a strong match for applications that require a 12V starter with clockwise rotation and a 9-tooth engagement profile. If you are comparing a WAI 4162N starter against other Delco starter options, this unit is built for consistent electrical performance and long service life.

This part cross-references AMS Automotive 4162 and Dayco 87828 for the same application. It is also searched as a starter for Delco applications, especially when replacing a 12-volt flange-mount starter with clockwise rotation.

What It Helps Solve

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-start conditions caused by starter failure
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Grinding or improper gear mesh from worn starter components
• Electrical starting issues in 12-volt systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the starter rotation, tooth count, mounting style, and electrical specifications before installation. Confirm the vehicle uses a Delco-family starter configuration and match the flange mount and clockwise rotation to the original unit. For fitment-based searches, this part is commonly referenced for Delco starter replacement applications; always compare the original part number and mounting pattern before service.

Quality Assurance

WAI states that this starter is 100% new and built with proprietary components and processes to support service life and performance. The brand designs its starters to provide the amp output required by today’s vehicles.