Sierra Starter Solenoid 18-5801 for Late Model Ford V-8 Standard Rotation Engines

The Sierra 18-5801 is a starter solenoid engineered as a replacement part for late model Ford V-8 marine engines running standard rotation (clockwise) starters. The solenoid is the electrical relay that sends high-current power from the battery to the starter motor when the ignition key is engaged, and a worn or failing solenoid is a common cause of a no-crank or intermittent-crank condition. This part is specified as the replacement solenoid for standard-rotation Ford V-8 starter assemblies, including bottom-mount, two-bolt-pattern starter designs used on these engines.

Installing a correctly specified solenoid such as the 18-5801 helps restore reliable starting performance without replacing the entire starter motor. It is built to the fit and function of the original equipment solenoid used on these applications, allowing for a straightforward swap during starter service or troubleshooting.

Specifications

• Brand: Sierra
• Manufacturer Part Number: 18-5801
• Part Type: Starter Solenoid
• UPC: 030999319968
• Weight: 0.64 pounds
• Rotation: Standard rotation (clockwise)
• Engine Compatibility: Late model Ford V-8

Fitment

• Late model Ford V-8 engines, standard rotation (clockwise) starters

Frequently Asked Questions

What engines does the Sierra 18-5801 solenoid fit? The Sierra 18-5801 is specified as the replacement solenoid for late model Ford V-8 marine engines with standard rotation (clockwise) starters.

Is the 18-5801 solenoid for clockwise or counter-clockwise rotation engines? Standard rotation, which means clockwise rotation Ford V-8 starters use the 18-5801 as their replacement solenoid.

How much does the 18-5801 solenoid weigh? It weighs 0.64 pounds.

What is the UPC for the Sierra 18-5801 solenoid? The UPC is 030999319968.

Will the 18-5801 solenoid work on a two-bolt bottom-mount starter? Yes, the 18-5801 is specified as the replacement solenoid for standard rotation Ford V-8 starters using a bottom-mount, two-bolt pattern design.

What does a starter solenoid like the 18-5801 actually do? A starter solenoid is the electrical relay that routes high-current power from the battery to the starter motor when the key is turned, and the 18-5801 performs this function on applicable late model Ford V-8 setups.

Is the Sierra 18-5801 a genuine Sierra part number? Yes, 18-5801 is the Sierra part number for this starter solenoid.

Can a failing solenoid cause a no-crank condition on a Ford V-8 marine engine? Yes, a worn or failing solenoid is a common cause of no-crank or intermittent-crank issues, and replacing it with the correctly specified 18-5801 can resolve the problem.

Does the 18-5801 include mounting hardware? The dossier for the 18-5801 solenoid does not specify included mounting hardware, so buyers should confirm hardware needs separately.