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QB PREMIUM. REMANUFACTURED FOR THE LONG HAUL.

QB Premium starters and alternators undergo a rigorous remanufacturing process to deliver the unsurpassed reliability they have built their reputation on. But what exactly is remanufacturing, and why do QB Premium remanufactured starters and alternators far outperform rebuilt ones?

REBUILT VS. REMANUFACTURED.

The typical rebuilding process simply involves taking apart and reassembling a worn out starter or alternator with the same components that caused it to fail in the first place. However, the QB remanufacturing process replaces every component that is prone to normal wear with new components, regardless of condition at the time of remanufacture.

EXTENSIVE TESTING.

Their extensive testing facilities and lean manufacturing processes ensure that every Quality-Built starter and alternator is designed to last for the long haul. QB Premium comes standard with a total protection plan that features one year of roadside assistance, and delivers something a rebuilt unit simply can't - peace of mind.

Quality Engineering

DURABILITY TESTING AND ROOT CAUSE ANALYSIS.

Before a Quality-Built starter or alternator ever gets installed, MPA performs substantial testing before and after remanufacture to ensure the highest quality and dependability available. Every QB starter and alternator must first pass through our state-of-the-art Technology Center, where extensive Durability Testing and Root Cause Analyses help their engineers identify the primary reasons for failure. Modifications to reduce the occurrence of similar failures are then implemented before the units are retested repeatedly. The result? Quality-Built starters and alternators are among the most dependable automotive aftermarket parts you can buy, meeting and often exceeding-OE specifications!

Lean Manufacturing

Lean Manufacturing is an approach that organizes groups of highly-skilled craftsmen, supplies, tools and equipment into small workgroups, staffed by teams specific for building each starter or alternator model. Lean manufacturing has many benefits over old-fashioned assembly line methods, such as higher quality, reduced lead times and reduced waste.

The end result is a unit that provides improved durability and reliability over traditional manufacturing methods, resulting in more satisfied customers and fewer warranty returns!

QB Premium Starter

• A - ARMATURE & COMMUTATOR
  100% precision machined & electronically tested for consistent starting performance

• B - SHIFT LEVER
  100% lubricated with high-temp grease for maximum durability

• C - BUSHINGS
  100% new copper & bronze-sintered, oil impregnated armature support bushings

• D - BEARINGS
  100% inspected or new, with high-temp grease for longer life

• E - DRIVE GEAR
  100% precision machined for exacting performance

• F - HOUSING
  100% blasted clean, all treads inspected % re-tapped for easy installation

• G - BRUSHES
  100% new brushes

• H - TERMINALS
  100% OE quality, high-temp insulators for long lasting reliability

• I - SOLENOID
  100% new contacts, terminal hardware & high temp solenoid caps

• J - DRIVE ASSEMBLY
  Manufactured with new springs, covers & aerospace quality lubricant

QB Premium Alternator

• A - ROTOR
  Electronically tested & coated with high-dielectric insulation for maximum performance
• B - PULLEY
  100% plasted or powder coated to prevent corrosion
• C - BEARINGS
  100% inspected or new, with high-temp grease for reduced heat & friction
• D - STATOR
  Electronically tested for maximum insulation and phase balance
• E - HOUSING
  100% blasted clean, all threads inspected & re-tapped for easy installation
• F - TERMINALS
  100% OE quality, high-temp insulators for long-lasting reliability
• G - RECTIFIER
  100% load tested to ensure durability & charging performance
• H - SLIP-RING
  Precision polished for maximum output
• I - VOLTAGE REGULATOR
  100% tested for correct operating voltage
• J - BRUSHES & SPRINGS
  100% new brushes & springs to ensure long life