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Model specific boards => Golf mk2 => Topic started by: Blazing Storm on 20 March 2009, 11:18
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My starter motor has been dodgy since I first bought the car. It sometimes makes an electrical noise when I turn the key instead of turning over. It's been getting worse lately so need to get a replacement really.
I've looked on GSF and a new Bosch starter motor is expensive. Are there any good places to get a starter motor or do I just pay it?
I've thought about getting a 2nd hand one but would rather buy new knowing it should last a long time.
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You can get a recon one and get a surcharge on your busted one. thats the cheapest option other then buying second hand :)
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Thanks Russ, that's certainly an option I need to consider. Any recommendations on where to get a recon one?
I've spent so much money on brand new genuine parts for this car but don't think I can afford to keep doing it with everything.
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Rebuild it ;) Takes about 1hr.
Failing that, in Manchester there's a place called Manchester Auto Electrical which do refurbed starters, give them your old one and pay £40 for a refurbed one.
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Hmmm, not as cheap as I was expecting and with added postage costs not sure it's worth it.
Will have to think on it. :undecided:
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If you don't want to pay for a refurbed one - then rebuild it.
You can buy the replacement contacts for next to nothing, the bell housing bush for next to nothing and clean up the armature for nothing.
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Well thanks for the info Ben. Definitely something to consider. :smiley:
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Your local auto electrical workshop will sort you out for £30 to £40. Look in yellow pages.