EMPI WOSP High-Torque Starter — Early Left-Hand Bullet Style | Porsche 356/550 & VW Beetle to 1966 (17-2944-0)

A tired starter drags and clicks, and a hot, high-compression flat engine only makes the hesitation louder in a quiet paddock. This WOSP gear-reduction starter spins it over hard and fast, in the early left-hand 'bullet' nose that suits pre-1967 356, 550 Spyder, and Beetle bellhousings.

• WOSP high-torque gear-reduction starter motor
• Early left-hand 'bullet' nose configuration
• Cranks high-compression air-cooled engines with authority
• Lighter and stronger than a tired original starter
• Interchanges with WOSP LMS1105

Fitment: Fits the early left-hand bellhousing on the Porsche 356, 550 Spyder, and VW Beetle from 1947 through 1966. If you are unsure this fits your car, contact us with your year and model before ordering.

Specifications:

• Part number: 17-2944-0
• OE / interchange: LMS1105
• Manufacturer: EMPI
• Boxed dimensions: 11 x 6.5 x 5.5 in
• Shipping weight: 9.35 lb
• Origin: Made in USA

Questions & Answers

Does this fit my Porsche? Fits the early left-hand 'bullet' bellhousing on the Porsche 356, 550 Spyder, and VW Type 1 Beetle (1947-1966).

What is this part? A WOSP high-torque gear-reduction starter that cranks a high-compression engine faster than a stock unit.

What is the part number? EMPI 17-2944-0, interchanges with WOSP LMS1105.

Are you an authorized dealer? Yes — Washburn's Metal is an authorized EMPI dealer, so this is genuine EMPI, not a copy.

How does it ship? Ships standard ground from our Orange, California shop.

⚠ California Proposition 65 Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.