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RAC811 Slimline High Torque Starter Motor

£344.51
£287.09 Ex VAT

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All MGB and MGC vehicles that were fitted with a pre-engaged starter motor. Negative earth only. Deceptively powerful, this unit features an epicyclic in-line gear box which delivers extra power when engaged and an internal solenoid. Lightweight, durable and easy to fit, this unit delivers a huge amount of power for such a small unit. Designed for negative earth vehicles only. table

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Exclusively availble from Powerlite, yet another “Slimline” unit that is a straight replacement for the MGB / MGC originally fitted with the pre-engaged starter. Weighing just 3.0 kg, the Slimline comes fitted with a “multi-mount” adaptor plate for easy fitting in tight situations – perfect for motorsport applications where space is at a premium. Although small and compact, this Slimline unit is deceptively powerful, kicking out 1.6 kW of high torque power from the epicyclic gearbox. Coming soon – watch this space! Designed for neagtive earth vehicles only
Direct replacement for original unit.
FITS
Make Model Engine size Year
MG MGB 1798 1968 - 1980
MG MGB Pre-engaged 1798 1968 - 1980
MG MGC Pre-engaged 2912 1967 - 1969

SPECIFICATION
Kilowatts 1.60 kW
Teeth 10
Voltage 12 V
Weight 3.00 kg
Product Code RAC811
Manufacturer Powerlite
Stock Level
Condition New
Weight 3Kg

FITS
Make	Model	Engine size	Year
MG	MGB	1798	1968 - 1980
MG	MGB Pre-engaged	1798	1968 - 1980
MG	MGC Pre-engaged	2912	1967 - 1969

SPECIFICATION
Kilowatts	1.60 kW
Teeth	10
Voltage	12 V
Weight	3.00 kg

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Product Code	RAC811
Manufacturer	Powerlite
Stock Level
Condition	New
Weight	3Kg

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RAC811 Slimline High Torque Starter Motor

£344.51 £287.09 Ex VAT

Greetings from Powerlite in the UK!

£344.51
£287.09 Ex VAT