Universal Manufacturing Co. C2OZ-11350-A Starter Drive

Description:

The Universal Manufacturing Co. C2OZ-11350-A Starter Drive is used in automotive starter motor systems to engage the starter pinion gear with the engine flywheel during engine cranking and automatically disengage after startup. Commonly installed in 1962–1963 Ford vehicles equipped with 6-cylinder and V8 engines, including the Ford 200, 221, 260, and 289 engines, requiring reliable starter engagement and torque transmission. Maintenance teams, restoration shops, and automotive technicians use this starter drive for replacement, restoration, and repair projects to restore dependable engine starting performance and maintain original equipment functionality.

Applications:

The Universal Manufacturing Co. C2OZ-11350-A Starter Drive is used as the Bendix drive assembly in automotive starter motors. It is commonly found in 1962–1963 Ford passenger cars and light trucks equipped with positive-engagement starter systems where the starter gear must engage the flywheel ring gear during engine startup and retract afterward. Starter drives of this type are critical wear components and are routinely replaced during starter rebuilds and vehicle restorations.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Universal Manufacturing Co.
• Part Number: C2OZ-11350-A
• Product Type: Starter Drive
• Alternate Name: Bendix Drive Assembly
• Function: Engages starter pinion with engine flywheel during cranking
• Application: Automotive Starter Motors
• Compatible Vehicles: 1962–1963 Ford Vehicles
• Compatible Engines: Ford 200, 221, 260, and 289 CID
• Rotation: CCW (Counterclockwise)
• Pinion Teeth: 9 Teeth
• Construction: Steel Pinion Gear with Spring and Clutch Assembly
• Drive Type: Positive Engagement / Bendix Style
• Mounting: Starter Shaft Mounted
• Compatible Systems: 12 V Starter Motors
• Status: Legacy / Obsolete Automotive Component Available Through Restoration and Surplus Suppliers

Common Replacements:

• Ford C2AZ-11350-C Starter Drive
• Motor-craft SD-169 Bendix Drive Assembly
• DB Electrical SPL5004 Starter Drive