21 Electrical parts are listed for the 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite, in 5 part types, covering all 3 engine options (1.3L L4, 1.8L L4 and 3.0L L6). Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
The electrical system on the 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors. The largest groups are Starter Motor (7 parts), Alternator / Generator (5 parts) and Battery (5 parts). The other 2 part types cover the remaining 4 parts.
The 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite was sold with 3 engines. Every part on this page is engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
The most listed brands for 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite electrical parts are FVP (4 parts), PURE ENERGY (3 parts) and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS (3 parts), plus 7 more brands. Quality grades include Remanufactured and New.
4 parts on this 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including WAI GLOBAL 15017N (Alternator / Generator) and DEKA 9A78DT (Battery). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Alternator / Generator
New
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WAI GLOBAL Popular Fits: 1.3L L4 | 15017N | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Does Not Include Pulley | View on Amazon |
Remanufactured
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVP Fits: 1.3L L4 | 15017 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | RemanufacturedDoes Not Include Pulley | View on Amazon |
| PURE ENERGY Fits: 1.3L L4 | 15017 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | RemanufacturedDoes Not Include Pulley | View on Amazon |
| REMY Fits: 1.3L L4 | 15017 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Premium RemanufacturedDoes Not Include Pulley | View on Amazon |
| TERREPOWER Fits: 1.3L L4 | 15017 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | RemanufacturedDoes Not Include Pulley | View on Amazon |
This table covers the alternators that charge the battery and run the electrical load. Typical signs include dim lights at idle, a battery lamp, or a growl from the charging pulley. Load-test the battery and inspect the belt and grounds — a bad ground mimics a failed alternator.
5 Alternator / Generator parts are listed for the 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite, from WAI GLOBAL, FVP, PURE ENERGY and 2 other brands. WAI GLOBAL 15017N carries the "Popular" badge.
In the New grade, WAI GLOBAL supplies 1 part: brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. A representative part number is WAI GLOBAL 15017N.
In the Remanufactured grade, FVP, PURE ENERGY, REMY and 1 other brand supply 4 parts: factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. A representative part number is FVP 15017.
Part numbers include WAI GLOBAL 15017N and FVP 15017, among others listed above.
Alternator / Generator End Bearing
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKF Fits: 1.3L L4 | 6203J | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Drive End | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bearings in the alternator housing. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.
This group shows a single part: SKF 6203J.
Battery
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEKA Popular Fits: 1.3L L4 | 9A78DT | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | IntimidatorAGM | View on Amazon |
| DEKA Fits: 1.3L L4 | 9A34 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | IntimidatorAGM | View on Amazon |
| EXIDE Fits: 1.3L L4 | MX24 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Marathon MaxBCI Group 24 | View on Amazon |
| FVP Fits: 1.3L L4 | P24AGM | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Platinum AGMBCI Group: 24 | View on Amazon |
| FVP Fits: 1.3L L4 | P24RAGM | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Platinum AGMBCI Group: 24 | View on Amazon |
This table covers the batteries listed by group size and specification. Typical signs include slow cranking, a battery lamp, or a no-start after the vehicle sat overnight. Confirm group size and terminal layout in the notes. Clean the posts and the ground before condemning the battery.
5 Battery parts for the 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite come from 3 brands — DEKA, FVP and EXIDE. The "Popular" part is DEKA 9A78DT.
Part numbers include DEKA 9A78DT, DEKA 9A34 and EXIDE MX24, among others listed above.
Battery Cable
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 1.3L L4 | 4419 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 4-Gauge19" Length | View on Amazon |
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 1.3L L4 | 4225 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 25" Cable4-Gauge | View on Amazon |
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 1.3L L4 | 4214N | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 14" Cable4-Gauge | View on Amazon |
This table covers the positive and ground cables that run from the battery. Typical signs include a stretched or frayed cable, or a control that no longer reaches the end of its travel. Route the new cable through the same clips. A kinked cable binds and fails early.
UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS supplies the 3 Battery Cable parts for the 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Listed part numbers: UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS 4419, UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS 4225 and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS 4214N.
Starter Motor
New
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PURE ENERGY Popular Fits: 1.3L L4 | 16121N | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| WAI GLOBAL Fits: 1.3L L4 | 16121N | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
Remanufactured
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO Popular Fits: 1.3L L4 | 3361233 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | GoldRemanufactured | View on Amazon |
| FVP Fits: 1.3L L4 | 16121 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| PURE ENERGY Fits: 1.3L L4 | 16121 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| REMY Fits: 1.3L L4 | 16121 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| TERREPOWER Fits: 1.3L L4 | 16121 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
This table covers the starter motors that crank the engine. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor.
7 Starter Motor parts are listed for the 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite, from PURE ENERGY, WAI GLOBAL, ACDELCO and 3 other brands. PURE ENERGY 16121N carries the "Popular" badge.
New: 2 parts, from PURE ENERGY and WAI GLOBAL. A representative part number is PURE ENERGY 16121N.
Remanufactured: 5 parts, from ACDELCO, FVP, PURE ENERGY and 2 other brands. A representative part number is ACDELCO 3361233.
This group includes PURE ENERGY 16121N and ACDELCO 3361233 and the remaining parts above.
Buying Electrical Parts for a 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite
On this vehicle, the electrical system covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors.
- Match the engine first. Every electrical part here is engine-specific; each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Starter Motor and Alternator / Generator .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many electrical parts fit the 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite?
Our catalog currently lists 21 electrical parts for the 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite across 5 subcategories and 10 brands, covering all 3 engine options (1.3L L4, 1.8L L4 and 3.0L L6). Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do electrical parts differ between 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite engines?
Yes. Every electrical part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of electrical problems on a 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite?
Common symptoms include slow cranking on cold mornings, a battery light that flickers, dim lights at idle, or a check-engine code pointing at a sensor circuit. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then test before replacing — a failed alternator and a bad ground can look identical, and sensors are frequently condemned for wiring faults. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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