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RTC834 - Starter Drive

- €34,50
€34,50
€34,50 - €34,50
€34,50
OEM Part
OEM: Made by an Original Equipment Manufacturer. This part is made by an original equipment manufacturer or under their license, ensuring compatibility and quality.
Starter Drive
Vehicle Model Land Rover Defender up to 2016
Land Rover Discovery 1 1989-1998 (L318)
Land Rover Discovery 2 1998-2004 (L318)
Range Rover Classic up to 1994
Range Rover Classic 1994-2001 (P38)
Land Rover Series 2 and 3
Fitment Notes Fitment data limited — derived from web research, verify if uncertain
SERIES II/IIA/III, DEFENDER, DISCOVERY 1, DISCOVERY 2, RANGE ROVER CLASSIC, RANGE ROVER P38 — V8 engine; drive kit for 3M100 starter motor (Type E)
Alternative Codes
RTC834

In stock 2 units
2 · Gouda 0 · Drachten
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When will my order arrive?
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  • Netherlands / Belgium / Germany: 2–4 working days.
  • Other EU countries + UK: 4–8 working days.
  • Outside EU/UK: delivery times vary — contact us for an estimate.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the RTC834 starter drive do?
RTC834 is the starter drive (bendix) for the 3M100 type E starter motor, the pinion mechanism that engages the flywheel ring gear to crank the engine on start-up. It's fitted inside the starter motor housing, not the starter itself.
Which vehicles use the 3M100 type E starter motor?
The 3M100 type E starter is used on V8-engined Series II/IIA/III, Defender, Discovery 1, Discovery 2, Range Rover Classic and Range Rover P38 applications. Confirm your starter motor type before ordering, since not every V8 variant used this exact starter.
How confident is the fitment data for RTC834?
Fitment for RTC834 is based on general research rather than confirmed SAP records, so it's worth checking your existing starter motor's markings against the 3M100 type E reference before ordering. If your starter carries a different type code, this drive kit won't match.
What are the signs a starter drive needs replacing?
A worn starter drive typically causes a grinding noise on start-up, the starter spinning without engaging the flywheel, or the pinion failing to retract after the engine fires. These symptoms point to the bendix rather than the starter motor windings.