Starter Briggs Stratton 10 12HP 391178 394807
Models:
TORO Outdoor Power Equip.
1979 MISC. EQUIPMENT Groundsmaster 52 Briggs & Stratton
1980 MISC. EQUIPMENT Groundsmaster 52 Briggs & Stratton
1981 MISC. EQUIPMENT Groundsmaster 52 Briggs & Stratton
1982 MISC. EQUIPMENT Groundsmaster 52 Briggs & Stratton
1983 MISC. EQUIPMENT Groundsmaster 52 Briggs & Stratton
1984 MISC. EQUIPMENT Groundsmaster 52 Briggs & Stratton
1985 MISC. EQUIPMENT Groundsmaster 52 Briggs & Stratton
1986 MISC. EQUIPMENT Groundsmaster 52 Briggs & Stratton
Replaces:
BRIGGS & STRATTON
394807, 391178, 396306
OEM(s):Briggs & Stratton
Type:PMDD
Voltage:12 Volts
Rotation:CCW
Teeth/Splines:16 Teeth/Splines
Pinion/Splines OD:40.6mm / 1.598in
Mounting Hole 1:8.0mm IDUnthreaded
Mounting Hole 2:8.0mm IDUnthreaded
Approximate Weight:5.905 lbs / 2.68 kg
Notes:
4.265″/108.3mm Long Field Case,
Mounting Hole #2 Is Oblong at 8.2mm x 10.0mm
Why Replace Your Briggs & Stratton Starter?
Starter motors don’t last forever especially on outdoor power equipment that sees seasonal storage, temperature swings, and years of heavy use. Common signs your starter motor on a Briggs & Stratton 10-12HP engine is failing include:
- Engine cranks slowly or not at all when you turn the key
- Grinding or clicking sounds when attempting to start
- Starter motor spins but doesn’t engage the flywheel
- Intermittent starting works sometimes, fails others
- Visible corrosion, burning smell, or damaged wiring around the starter
If you’re experiencing any of these issues on your Toro Groundsmaster 52, waiting it out only risks further damage. A fresh Briggs & Stratton starter 391178 / 394807 from Denparts is a straightforward fix that restores reliable starting performance.


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