{"product_id":"marine-starter-for-standard-rotation-gm-ford-engines-heavy-duty-no-core-replaces-oem-42091-mercruiser-17251a4-omc-982195-sierra-18-5908","title":"Sierra 18-5908 Heavy Duty Marine Starter for GM V-8 Engines - Standard Rotation, Top Front Entry Mount","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sierra 18-5908 is a heavy duty marine starter built to meet or exceed original equipment quality for GM V-8 stern drive and inboard applications. It is a standard rotation, top-mount, front entry starter designed as a direct equivalent for a wide range of GM V-8 marine engine families, including the 454 Mag. MPI MIE, 460 TRS, 465, 500, 500 Bulldog, and 525 SC. Housed in a durable metal case, the unit is rated at 1.1 KW and is supplied ready to install with no core exchange required, so there is no need to send back a used unit as part of the purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis starter is engineered to replace a broad set of OEM and cross-brand starters used across Mercruiser stern drive, OMC stern drive, Crusader, and Pleasurecraft powerplants, making it a straightforward swap for boat owners tracking down a failed or worn starter on a GM-based marine V-8. Confirm your engine's serial number range against the fitment details below before ordering, since several GM V-8 families share this part across different production runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sierra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-5908\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Starter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRotation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard Rotation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMount Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Top, Front Entry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23.19 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (L x W x H):\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5 x 8 x 6 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWattage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.1 KW\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e GM V-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 030999875938\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e454 Mag. MPI MIE, GM V-8, 1998 \u0026amp; Up (serial number L002200 \u0026amp; Up)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e460 TRS, GM V-8, 1983-1986 (serial number range 4179554 to 6181046)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e465, GM V-8, 1990-1994 (serial number range C849992 to F213244)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e500, GM V-8, 1994-1995 (serial number F213293 \u0026amp; Up)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e500 Bulldog, GM V-8, 1990-1996 (serial number C577254 \u0026amp; Up)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e525 SC, GM V-8, 1991-1993 (serial number range D456000 to D763831)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReplaces (OEM)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArco 30457\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrusader 42091\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGLM 74170\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercruiser Stern Drive 17251A4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercruiser Stern Drive 808011A3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercruiser Stern Drive 47455\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercruiser Stern Drive 65784A1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercruiser Stern Drive 76965A1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercruiser Stern Drive 76965A3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercruiser Stern Drive 76965A4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercruiser Stern Drive 99419A3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercruiser Stern Drive 17251A2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercruiser Stern Drive 17251A3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercruiser Stern Drive 808011A4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercruiser Stern Drive 808011A05\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOMC Stern Drive 982195\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOMC Stern Drive 984982\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOMC Stern Drive 981288\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOMC Stern Drive 986007\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePleasurecraft RA122009\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat engines does the Sierra 18-5908 starter fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 18-5908 fits several GM V-8 marine engine families, including the 454 Mag. MPI MIE (serial number L002200 \u0026amp; Up), 460 TRS (1983-1986, serial numbers 4179554 to 6181046), 465 (1990-1994, serial numbers C849992 to F213244), 500 (1994-1995, serial number F213293 \u0026amp; Up), 500 Bulldog (1990-1996, serial number C577254 \u0026amp; Up), and 525 SC (1991-1993, serial numbers D456000 to D763831).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the 18-5908 a direct replacement for my OEM Mercruiser starter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the 18-5908 is built to meet or exceed original equipment quality and directly replaces a range of Mercruiser Stern Drive starters including 17251A4, 808011A3, 47455, 65784A1, 76965A1, 76965A3, 76965A4, 99419A3, 17251A2, 17251A3, 808011A4, and 808011A05.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this starter also cross over to OMC or Crusader part numbers?\u003c\/strong\u003e It does. The 18-5908 replaces OMC Stern Drive starters 982195, 984982, 981288, and 986007, Crusader 42091, Arco 30457, GLM 74170, and Pleasurecraft RA122009.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the dimensions and weight of the 18-5908 starter?\u003c\/strong\u003e This starter measures 13.5 x 8 x 6 inches and weighs 23.19 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat rotation and mounting style does the 18-5908 use?\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard rotation is used, with a top, front entry mounting configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the 18-5908 starter made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-5908 has a metal housing and is rated at 1.1 KW.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to send in my old starter as a core exchange?\u003c\/strong\u003e No core exchange is required to purchase the Sierra 18-5908 starter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included when I order the 18-5908?\u003c\/strong\u003e The order includes one Sierra 18-5908 starter, ready to install with no additional components required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Sierra 18-5908 a genuine part or an aftermarket unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 18-5908 is a Sierra-branded heavy duty starter manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications, sold as a new unit rather than a remanufactured core-exchange part.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I know if my engine's serial number matches the 18-5908?\u003c\/strong\u003e Check your engine's serial number against the listed ranges, such as L002200 \u0026amp; Up for the 454 Mag. MPI MIE or C577254 \u0026amp; Up for the 500 Bulldog, since GM V-8 engine families were built across multiple serial number breaks that determine correct starter fitment for the 18-5908.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the 18-5908 work with a 460 TRS engine?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the 18-5908 is listed for the 460 TRS GM V-8 built between 1983 and 1986, within serial number range 4179554 to 6181046.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size electrical output does the 18-5908 provide?\u003c\/strong\u003e The starter is rated at 1.1 KW, matching the output needed for the GM V-8 marine engines it is designed to fit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sierra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48988344451291,"sku":"SIE-18-5908","price":281.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/18-5908__77991.1737888164.500.750.jpg?v=1785188653","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/marine-starter-for-standard-rotation-gm-ford-engines-heavy-duty-no-core-replaces-oem-42091-mercruiser-17251a4-omc-982195-sierra-18-5908","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}