Ford V8 3.0 HP High Torque Starter - Black

Upgrade your Ford V8 starting system with a high-torque mini starter designed for Windsor Small Block, FE Big Block, and 385 Series Big Block engine applications. Featuring a powerful 3.0 horsepower motor and 3.75:1 gear reduction ratio, this starter delivers dependable cranking performance for street, restoration, and performance-oriented engine combinations.

Compatible with many Ford 260, 289, 302, 351W, 352, 360, 390, 406, 427, 428, 429, and 460 engine applications, this starter is engineered to provide reliable starting power while maintaining a compact footprint. The gear reduction design helps increase torque output for dependable hot and cold starts.

The compact Tilton-style housing provides additional clearance around headers, oil pans, steering components, and other tight engine bay areas where traditional full-size starters can create fitment challenges. An adjustable billet aluminum mounting block allows easier starter positioning and installation flexibility across a wide range of Ford V8 combinations.

Finished in a black housing, this starter adds a polished appearance to muscle cars, classic trucks, hot rods, restorations, and custom builds. Whether replacing a worn factory starter or upgrading a performance engine, this high-torque mini starter delivers the cranking power, clearance, and reliability needed for dependable engine starts.

Compact Mini Starter Design
The offset Tilton-style housing helps create additional clearance around headers, oil pans, steering linkage, and other engine bay components. Its compact design makes it a popular upgrade for performance builds, restorations, and custom Ford applications.

High-Torque Starting Performance
The 3.0 HP motor and 3.75:1 gear reduction ratio work together to provide strong cranking power for Windsor, FE, and 385 Series Ford engines. The gear reduction design helps improve starter efficiency while maintaining a lightweight, compact package.

COMPATIBLE WITH
FORD BIG BLOCK “385” SERIES V8
• 6.8L / 429 in3
• 7.5L / 460 in3

FORD BIG BLOCK FE SERIES V8
• 5.8L / 352 in3
• 5.9L / 360 in3
• 6.4L / 390 in3
• 6.6L / 406 in3
• 7.0L / 427 in3
• 7.0L / 428 in3

FORD SMALL BLOCK WINDSOR V8
• 4.3L / 260 in3
• 4.7L / 289 in3
• 4.9L / 302 in3
• 5.0L / 305 in3
• 5.8L / 351 in3

COMMON VEHICLE APPLICATIONS
Ford Mustang (289 / 302 / 351W / FE / 429 / 460 equipped)
Ford F-Series Trucks (302 / 351W / FE / 429 / 460 equipped)
Ford Torino / Fairlane (FE / 429 / 460 equipped)
Ford Galaxie / LTD (FE / 429 / 460 equipped)
Mercury Cougar / Cyclone (302 / 351W / FE / 429 equipped)
Lincoln Continental / Mark Series (460 equipped)
Street, performance, drag racing, and hot rod Ford V8 builds

NOTES
Fits automatic transmission applications only.
Will not fit manual transmission applications.
Fits 1978 and older Small Block and Big Block engines.
Fits 1964 and newer FE engines.
Designed for Ford FE, 385-series, and Windsor V8 engine platforms.

SPECIFICATIONS
Starter Style: Mini
Starter Type: Tilton
Color: Black
Adjustable Mounting Block: Yes
Starter Rotation: Standard
Maximum Compression Ratio: 11.0:1
Gear Reduction Ratio: 3.75:1
Horsepower: 3
Starter Housing Material: Cast Aluminum
Mounting Block Material: Billet Aluminum