ARCO 57-70216 Gear-Reduction Starter – MerCruiser Ford 2.3L Marine Engine
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ARCO 57-70216 Replacement Gear-Reduction Starter Motor
Upgrade your MerCruiser Ford 2.3L to a modern gear-reduction starter with the ARCO 57-70216. This direct-fit replacement delivers more cranking torque with less current draw than the original conventional starter — meaning faster, more reliable starts and less strain on your battery and electrical system. A wiring harness adapter is included to make the swap straightforward.
Compatible Applications
- MerCruiser stern-drive with Ford 2.3L 4-cylinder marine engine
Specifications
- Type: Gear-reduction starter
- Mount: 3-bolt
- Includes: Wiring harness adapter (for replacement of conventional starter)
Parts Desk Insights
This is a gear-reduction starter — a meaningful upgrade over the original conventional direct-drive unit found on MerCruiser Ford 2.3L stern drives from the mid-1980s through early 1990s. Gear-reduction starters spin the engine faster with less electrical load, which is especially noticeable on cold mornings or with an aging battery. The included wiring harness is required for the swap and handles the difference in solenoid wiring between the old and new designs — do not discard it. If you also need a replacement solenoid, see the ARCO SW109 12V Starter Solenoid for Mercury & MerCruiser or the ARCO SW981 Grounded-Base Solenoid for Mercury & MerCruiser. For MerCruiser GM inboard applications, see the Sierra Delco-Style Starter Solenoid for MerCruiser GM Inboard Engines.
Shipping information
In-stock and OEM parts: ship same or next business day.
Locally warehoused items: ship within 1-3 business days.
Special-order items: timeline confirmed after order.
Returns & warranty
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If you are not fully satisfied, you may request a return within 30 days of delivery. All returns must receive pre-approval prior to being sent back. Unauthorized returns will not be accepted.
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