1981 GMC Brigadier Starter Parts

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Keep Your 1981 GMC Brigadier in Top Shape with Quality Starter Parts

Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Starter Part, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1981 GMC Brigadier looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Starters. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.

Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory

The average price for a 1981 GMC Brigadier Starter Part at Advance Auto Parts is around $231.99, with a range that starts at $189.99 and goes up to $273.99. With 2 options in stock from 2 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Starter: New, 12V, 9 Tooth start at just $273.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.

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While you’re upgrading or replacing your Starter Part, don’t forget to check out other key components like Alternator Parts. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1981 GMC Brigadier in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 1981 GMC Brigadier Starter Parts

Carquest HD Electrical – Starter: New, 12V, 11 Tooth (Part No.72-6912N)

Starter: New, 12V, 11 Tooth

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$444.99
Carquest Starters take advantage of the power of 100% NEW to restore hard working vehicles to OE specified performance & endurance. All new units and components offer unmatched performance, reduce downtime & customer comebacks. Carquest Starters are primed to keep fleets moving forward. Built to perform in severe duty environments, with high output capabilities built in through improved technical & material formulas for high power output and efficient performance

Product Features:
  • High quality components form the foundation our parts are built from. Transpo¿s innovative and high quality electronic technologies for internal components are incorporated to achieve high performance outputs.
  • High quality components form the foundation our parts are built from. Transpo┐s innovative and high quality electronic technologies for internal components are incorporated to achieve high performance outputs.
  • Power & Efficiency are designed into every component. No matter the ambient temperature, starters will provide maximum cranking power to get engines running.
  • Connectors and power transmission components are highly resistant to extreme moisture environments because we use nickel plated contactors and double armature coating. We maintain a rigorous test schedule with endurance, salt spray, dirt and grime and out
  • Integrated magnetic switch provides protection against weak power from batteries.
  • Over-Crank Protection (OCP) Monitors heat in starter from over cranking & shuts down starter to prevent burning
  • Precision design and machining are the Extreme vibration failure solution. Vehicles often perform in adverse conditions like extreme temperatures that create tolerance shifts that produce high frequency vibration, which leads to resistance in power transf
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Carquest HD Electrical – Starter: New, 12V, 11 Tooth (Part No.72-6554N)

Starter: New, 12V, 11 Tooth

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$613.99
Carquest Starters take advantage of the power of 100% NEW to restore hard working vehicles to OE specified performance & endurance. All new units and components offer unmatched performance, reduce downtime & customer comebacks. Carquest Starters are primed to keep fleets moving forward. Built to perform in severe duty environments, with high output capabilities built in through improved technical & material formulas for high power output and efficient performance.

Product Features:
  • High quality components form the foundation our parts are built from. Transpo¿s innovative and high quality electronic technologies for internal components are incorporated to achieve high performance outputs.
  • Power & Efficiency are designed into every component. No matter the ambient temperature, starters will provide maximum cranking power to get engines running.
  • Connectors and power transmission components are highly resistant to extreme moisture environments because we use nickel plated contactors and double armature coating. We maintain a rigorous test schedule with endurance, salt spray, dirt and grime and out
  • Integrated magnetic switch provides protection against weak power from batteries.
  • Over-Crank Protection (OCP) Monitors heat in starter from over cranking & shuts down starter to prevent burning
  • Precision design and machining are the Extreme vibration failure solution. Vehicles often perform in adverse conditions like extreme temperatures that create tolerance shifts that produce high frequency vibration, which leads to resistance in power transf
See More

Carquest HD Electrical – Starter: New (Part No.72-6356N)

Starter: New

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$569.99
Carquest Starters take advantage of the power of 100% NEW to restore hard working vehicles to OE specified performance & endurance. All new units and components offer unmatched performance, reduce downtime & customer comebacks. Carquest Starters are primed to keep fleets moving forward. Built to perform in severe duty environments, with high output capabilities built in through improved technical & material formulas for high power output and efficient performance.

Product Features:
  • High quality components form the foundation our parts are built from. Transpo¿s innovative and high quality electronic technologies for internal components are incorporated to achieve high performance outputs.
  • Power & Efficiency are designed into every component. No matter the ambient temperature, starters will provide maximum cranking power to get engines running.
  • Connectors and power transmission components are highly resistant to extreme moisture environments because we use nickel plated contactors and double armature coating. We maintain a rigorous test schedule with endurance, salt spray, dirt and grime and out
  • Integrated magnetic switch provides protection against weak power from batteries.
  • Over-Crank Protection (OCP) Monitors heat in starter from over cranking & shuts down starter to prevent burning
  • Precision design and machining are the Extreme vibration failure solution. Vehicles often perform in adverse conditions like extreme temperatures that create tolerance shifts that produce high frequency vibration, which leads to resistance in power transf
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Proform – Starter, 1.4KW; 11:1, 153 & 168 Flywheels, Fits Chevy Small & Big Block V8 Engines (Part No.66256)

Starter, 1.4KW; 11:1, 153 & 168 Flywheels, Fits Chevy Small & Big Block V8 Engines

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$189.99
High-torque, gear-reduction design. 100% NEW, not rebuilt. Offset design results in more clearance between the oil pan and the starter, and can be rotated for additional chassis clearance. The high-torque, high-output motor spins the engine over faster than stock starters, delivering 40-50% more cranking power. 3.75-to-1 sealed gear-reduction drive and full ball bearing construction. Includes shims to set pinion-gear engagement (when necessary). Approved by all leading sanctioning organizations. Fits all Chevy V 6 and small and big block V 8 engines using 153 or 168 tooth flywheels. Heavy-duty PROFORM P/N 66258 weighs 1-1/2 lbs. more and is 1″ longer than P/N 66256.

Product Features:
  • High-Torque Starter; Gear Reduction Type
  • Natural Finish
  • Made from Aluminum and Steel
  • For 11.1:1 Compression Ratio
  • Fits All Chevy V8 Engines
  • Billet Aluminum Mount
  • Power Output: 1.4 KW
  • 100% New Components; Not Re-man or Refurbished
  • Includes Shims for Pinion-Gear Engagement
  • Offset Design for More Oil Pan Clearance
  • Sold Individually
  • PROFORM Parts Brand Product
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Carquest HD Electrical – Starter: New, 12V, 11 Tooth (Part No.72-6924N)

Starter: New, 12V, 11 Tooth

from

$499.99
Carquest Starters take advantage of the power of 100% NEW to restore hard working vehicles to OE specified performance & endurance. All new units and components offer unmatched performance, reduce downtime & customer comebacks. Carquest Starters are primed to keep fleets moving forward. Built to perform in severe duty environments, with high output capabilities built in through improved technical & material formulas for high power output and efficient performance.

Product Features:
  • High quality components form the foundation our parts are built from. Transpo¿s innovative and high quality electronic technologies for internal components are incorporated to achieve high performance outputs.
  • Power & Efficiency are designed into every component. No matter the ambient temperature, starters will provide maximum cranking power to get engines running.
  • Connectors and power transmission components are highly resistant to extreme moisture environments because we use nickel plated contactors and double armature coating. We maintain a rigorous test schedule with endurance, salt spray, dirt and grime and out
  • Integrated magnetic switch provides protection against weak power from batteries.
  • Over-Crank Protection (OCP) Monitors heat in starter from over cranking & shuts down starter to prevent burning
  • Precision design and machining are the Extreme vibration failure solution. Vehicles often perform in adverse conditions like extreme temperatures that create tolerance shifts that produce high frequency vibration, which leads to resistance in power transf
See More

Carquest HD Electrical – Starter: New, 12V, 9 Tooth (Part No.72-4038N)

Starter: New, 12V, 9 Tooth

from

$273.99
Carquest Starters take advantage of the power of 100% NEW to restore hard working vehicles to OE specified performance & endurance. All new units and components offer unmatched performance, reduce downtime & customer comebacks. Carquest Starters are primed to keep fleets moving forward. Built to perform in severe duty environments, with high output capabilities built in through improved technical & material formulas for high power output and efficient performance.

Product Features:
  • High quality components form the foundation our parts are built from. Transpo¿s innovative and high quality electronic technologies for internal components are incorporated to achieve high performance outputs.
  • Power & Efficiency are designed into every component. No matter the ambient temperature, starters will provide maximum cranking power to get engines running.
  • Connectors and power transmission components are highly resistant to extreme moisture environments because we use nickel plated contactors and double armature coating. We maintain a rigorous test schedule with endurance, salt spray, dirt and grime and out
  • Integrated magnetic switch provides protection against weak power from batteries.
  • Over-Crank Protection (OCP) Monitors heat in starter from over cranking & shuts down starter to prevent burning
  • Precision design and machining are the Extreme vibration failure solution. Vehicles often perform in adverse conditions like extreme temperatures that create tolerance shifts that produce high frequency vibration, which leads to resistance in power transf
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Most Popular Starters for 1981 GMC Brigadiers

Enhance your 1981 GMC Brigadier with one of the 2 Starters we have in stock, starting at just $189.99.

Proform – Starter, 1.4KW; 11:1, 153 & 168 Flywheels, Fits Chevy Small & Big Block V8 Engines (Part No.66256)

Starter, 1.4KW; 11:1, 153 & 168 Flywheels, Fits Chevy Small & Big Block V8 Engines

from

$189.99
High-torque, gear-reduction design. 100% NEW, not rebuilt. Offset design results in more clearance between the oil pan and the starter, and can be rotated for additional chassis clearance. The high-torque, high-output motor spins the engine over faster than stock starters, delivering 40-50% more cranking power. 3.75-to-1 sealed gear-reduction drive and full ball bearing construction. Includes shims to set pinion-gear engagement (when necessary). Approved by all leading sanctioning organizations. Fits all Chevy V 6 and small and big block V 8 engines using 153 or 168 tooth flywheels. Heavy-duty PROFORM P/N 66258 weighs 1-1/2 lbs. more and is 1″ longer than P/N 66256.

Product Features:
  • High-Torque Starter; Gear Reduction Type
  • Natural Finish
  • Made from Aluminum and Steel
  • For 11.1:1 Compression Ratio
  • Fits All Chevy V8 Engines
  • Billet Aluminum Mount
  • Power Output: 1.4 KW
  • 100% New Components; Not Re-man or Refurbished
  • Includes Shims for Pinion-Gear Engagement
  • Offset Design for More Oil Pan Clearance
  • Sold Individually
  • PROFORM Parts Brand Product
See More

Carquest HD Electrical – Starter: New, 12V, 9 Tooth (Part No.72-4038N)

Starter: New, 12V, 9 Tooth

from

$273.99
Carquest Starters take advantage of the power of 100% NEW to restore hard working vehicles to OE specified performance & endurance. All new units and components offer unmatched performance, reduce downtime & customer comebacks. Carquest Starters are primed to keep fleets moving forward. Built to perform in severe duty environments, with high output capabilities built in through improved technical & material formulas for high power output and efficient performance.

Product Features:
  • High quality components form the foundation our parts are built from. Transpo¿s innovative and high quality electronic technologies for internal components are incorporated to achieve high performance outputs.
  • Power & Efficiency are designed into every component. No matter the ambient temperature, starters will provide maximum cranking power to get engines running.
  • Connectors and power transmission components are highly resistant to extreme moisture environments because we use nickel plated contactors and double armature coating. We maintain a rigorous test schedule with endurance, salt spray, dirt and grime and out
  • Integrated magnetic switch provides protection against weak power from batteries.
  • Over-Crank Protection (OCP) Monitors heat in starter from over cranking & shuts down starter to prevent burning
  • Precision design and machining are the Extreme vibration failure solution. Vehicles often perform in adverse conditions like extreme temperatures that create tolerance shifts that produce high frequency vibration, which leads to resistance in power transf
See More

FAQs for 1981 GMC Brigadier Starter Parts

What are the best-selling Starter Parts for 1981 GMC Brigadiers?

Out of 2 Starter Parts that fit 1981 GMC Brigadiers, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1981 GMC Brigadier Starter Parts?

The prices of Starter Parts for the 1981 GMC Brigadier range from $189.99 up to $273.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a Starter Part for a 1981 GMC Brigadier?

The average price for Starter Parts for the 1981 GMC Brigadier is $231.99. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Starter Part category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

What are the cheapest Starter Parts for my 1981 GMC Brigadier?

The cheapest 1981 GMC Brigadier Starter Parts we carry are:

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Starter Parts for any other 1981 GMC models?

Yes. We stock Starter Parts for 18 other popular 1981 GMC models. Some of the most popular are 1981 Jimmy Starter Parts, 1981 K2500 Starter Parts, 1981 C2500 Starter Parts, 1981 K1500 Starter Parts, and 1981 C1500 Starter Parts.

What are the top-rated Starter Parts that fit the 1981 GMC Brigadier?

The one 1981 GMC Brigadier Starter Part we have in stock is the Starter, 1.4KW; 11:1, 153 & 168 Flywheels, Fits Chevy Small & Big Block V8 Engines. It is rated 3.5 stars and costs $189.99.

What types of Starter Parts do you sell for my 1981 GMC Brigadier?

We currently have just 1 Starter Part in stock for a 1981 GMC Brigadier, and as of 6/2/26, it is a Starter.

Can I get help with 1981 GMC Brigadier Starter Part orders?

Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about GMC Starter Parts and more.

What is your return policy for GMC Brigadier Starter Parts?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new GMC Brigadier Starter Parts and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.