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Unusual problem with Valeo starter

Hello,

I am just having problems with my starter (R 100 GS, built in 1991). It is not the usual magnet-thing, but the plastic cover which holds the carbon brushes in place fell into many small peaces. Unglueable (I think).

Does anyone know where to get a starter in Dubai/Sharjah (best would be 2nd Hand)? Or does anyone know which of those cars which use the Valeo D6RA have been imported into the UAE (so that I can check the scrapeyards)?

Or maybe anyone has an idea for a technical solution?

Sorry for double posting, but if there is no solution here and I do not order a new part from Germany, I'll have to wait until after Christmas or even New Year to even order the parts (even without shipping time).

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I can't help you but I cross posted your question onto the UKGS website so keep a look out - maybe someone can advise you of some solution. Good luck !!
http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthr...427#post846427
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Hi Lars

Information from 2 guys over on UKGSER :

The peugot 200 and 300 series cars particularly the Peugeot 305 also many Citroen and Renaults use the same starter motor - D6RA - the mounting plate is different, but just unbolts,and replace with the GS mount, a 5 minute job.
Also you might contact Carsten Tiedemann at www.auto-elektrik.de who could help you by sending some parts to you if you can't find them locally .


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Thanks for posting it on ukgser. The number of answers within that short period of time is impressing!

I knew that with with the french cars, I just doubt if there were imported here. Haven't seen them here (but did not look for them either).

I will try the scrapeyards tomorrow.

Just as an update: Got one in Sharjah. Not every used car parts shop has one, but a couple of have. I bought one of Chiba (between 2nd and 3rd Industrial Square). They charged 300 Dirhams (down from 400)

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