WAI 6838N Starter

Starter for heavy-duty applications

This WAI starter, part number 6838N, is built for demanding commercial and vocational vehicles that use an integrated magnetic switch. It is a new, non-remanufactured unit with a planetary gear reduction design for controlled cranking performance.

Key features

• New starter construction, not remanufactured
• Planetary gear reduction design for efficient torque delivery
• 12-volt electrical system
• 3.3 kW power rating
• Clockwise rotation with 10-tooth drive
• Flange mounting style

Detailed fitment and design

Fits 2010-2018 International TerraStar, N/A; 2012-2016 IC Corporation AC Commercial Bus, N/A; 2010-2016 IC Corporation CE School Bus, N/A; 2008-2016 International 4300, N/A; 2003 International 4300, N/A; 2015 IC Corporation AE School Bus, N/A; 2013-2015 IC Corporation AR School Bus, N/A; 2008-2015 IC Corporation BE School Bus, N/A; 2010-2015 IC Corporation CE Commercial, N/A; 2005-2008 IC Corporation CE Commercial, N/A; 2007-2015 IC Corporation HC Integrated Commercial, N/A; 2008-2015 International 4300LP, N/A; 2011-2014 Capacity Of Texas TJ5000, N/A; 2011-2012 Holiday Rambler Trip, N/A; 2004-2012 International 1652SC, N/A; 2006-2012 International 4100, N/A; 2002-2011 International 3200, N/A; 2005-2011 International 3300, N/A; 2010 Damon Avanti, N/A; 2002-2010 International 4200, N/A; 2010 International CF500, N/A; 2010 International CF600, N/A; 2005-2009 IC Corporation CE Integrated, N/A; 2005-2009 International CF500, N/A; 2005-2009 International CF600, N/A; 2007-2009 International MXT, N/A; 2008 IC Corporation BE Commercial Bus, N/A; 2005-2008 IC Corporation RE School Bus, N/A; 2006-2008 International 4100 SBA, N/A; 2003-2008 International 4200LP, N/A; 2006-2008 International CXT, N/A; 2005-2008 International RXT, N/A; 2006-2008 Workhorse Custom Chassis W42, N/A; 2005-2007 IC Corporation 1652 SC, N/A; 2005-2007 IC Corporation 3000 Chassis, N/A; 2007 IC Corporation 3200, N/A; 2007 IC Corporation RE Commercial, N/A; 2006 IC Corporation 3000 IC, N/A; 2005 IC Corporation 3300 Chassis, N/A; 2005 IC Corporation RE Integrated, N/A; 2004-2005 Workhorse Custom Chassis P42, N/A; 2003 International 4400, N/A. This part cross-references Gates 6838 and other listed interchange numbers for the same application.

What this starter helps address

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-start conditions caused by starter failure
• Intermittent starting performance
• Electrical load demands in heavy-duty starting systems
• Replacement needs for integrated magnetic switch applications

Installation notes and quality assurance

Verify 12-volt system requirements, clockwise rotation, 10-tooth drive, flange mounting, and integrated magnetic switch fitment before installation. Confirm the application against the vehicle's original starter specifications and connector style. WAI states that this starter is engineered to provide the amp output needed for modern vehicles and is manufactured as a 100% new unit using proprietary components and processes for service life and performance.

Part number 6838N is a direct-fit option for many International and IC Corporation commercial platforms, including International 4300 and IC Corporation CE School Bus applications.