The correct part number is 280-0174 from eBay, Advance auto, etc in USA. From a 1999 Toyota Solara 2.2L with 5SFE motor. Details are in post #25 from Taildragger.
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OK gents, it is time to share a few R3 trick and tips. This is the first - THE STARTER.
The stock starter on the R3 is a 1.2kw Denso unit that is a bit spendy (USD $737.32 plus shipping from
Hermey's). Here is how to fix a bad starter for $82.00, or upgrade to a 1.4kw unit (10mm longer, and 16.7% stronger) for $83.70... shipped to your door.
Many automotive engines use a 1.2kw starter, but have a cold weather option using a 1.4kw unit. This is exactly what we need for improved starting in cold weather, or with modified engines.
Remove your starter.
Remove 2 bolts holding starter motor to head plate.
Remove 2 bolts holding gear reduction and bendix to head plate.
Watch so that you do not lose spring and ball.
Clean gear reduction/Bendix and replace with new grease.
ALTERNATIVE from
@warp9.9 :
Inexpensive Starter Replacement
Order
new starter from discountstarterandalternator.com in Georgia.
1.2kw - part number
17774N $82.00 w/free shipping [280-0174 if searching elsewhere]
1.4kw - part number
17774N_PLA-47 $82.00 w/free shipping
1.6kw and 1.8 kw units can be made to work as well, but these require a slight amount of machining.
Remove the same four bolts from new starter.
Remove gear reduction/Bendix.
Install gear reduction from stock starter on new starter. Make sure that spring and ball go under Bendix.
Replace the 4 bolts.
Install on engine.
Ride on.
If you are really in a pinch, you can use these same part numbers at the local auto parts shop - they can be found on 1999-2005 Toyota Celicas (for one).
I hope this helps,
-Wayne
[Note: this is a current interest topic, and I revise it based on verified input from site members - thank you] [As of: 20171024]