B&C starter for My M20D

[M20D6607U]

Hi Group! I'm replacing the starter motor on My M20D and the B&C Specialty BC315-100-2 came highly recommended by the electrical shop.

B&C said there may be some fit issues on the M20E but no notations for my model M20D. Has anyone ran into this. I had a Prestolite starter previously.

Thanks

Ron

[MooneyMitch]

Ron.  I have no information on the B&C fitment issue.  I installed the Skytec 149L on my D/C model.  It fits fine and performs well.

[markgrue]

I think the fit issue on the E is related to the different baffling.  You should have no problem with the o-360.  Get some of the silicone baffle material and close in around the starter.  The hole will be too big from the Prestolite.  It is best to seal it up snug.  Just my opinion mind you.

 

Mark

[carusoam]

Ron,

Make the decision for yourself....

https://bandc.com   Is the preferred supplier for back-up alternators around here...

Skytec has been used by dozens, hundreds(?) of MSers...

B&C probably makes a really good starter... but, you may be leading the charge...(?)

+1 for getting the seals correct...

We have a seals guy that is familiar with this challenge...  @ bee-gee  

 

PP thoughts only, stuff I read around here...

Best regards,

-a-

[1964-M20E]

the 149l has extra mounting bosses that may need to be removed for fit.  i had to do that on my F.

[M20D6607U]

I greatly appreciate the help!

I’m told by my electrical expert that the B&C starter is the only one made in the USA. They feature all metal gears (not plastic) and an Electro-mechanical pinion actuation (no bendix drive and weighs 10.2 drive. 
So I’m going with it and replacing the baffling as recommended here. The starter is buried in there and is not an easy replacement. 
Thank You for the feedback 

Have a great day 

Ron

[carusoam]

While in there...

Look to see what you have for an alternator... might be a good time to check the logs for it’s age/hours...

Two birds, one maintenance stone...

 

Plastic gears in a starter? Must be there for a reason... shear protection...(?)

Nylon gears in Mags are known to strip teeth...  but that is an O3 ozone issue, along with a lot of heat...

 

Looking forward to the pirep on the new starter...

Best regards,

-a-

[markgrue]

Just thought I would mention this...  My D has 122 teeth on the ring gear.  Not sure about yours but might want to check that before you order the starter.

 

Mark

[DXB]

B&C fit my '68 C model with no problem. Supposedly the most durable starter around.