RTC6061 - Starter Motor – V8

- €147,00

€147,00

€147,00 - €147,00

€147,00

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Starter Motor for the 3.5L V8 petrol engine, operating in the engine starting circuit.

When energised through the starter solenoid, the pinion is thrown forward to engage the flywheel ring gear and crank the engine for starting, then retracts once the engine fires. Suits both twin-carburettor and Lucas EFI applications.

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)

Fitment Notes DEFENDER 1987-2006 — Starter Motor, 3.5L V8 Twin Carb petrol (to VIN KA925365)
DISCOVERY 1 1989-1998 — Starter Motor, 3.5L V8 Twin Carb + Lucas V8 EFI petrol (FA393361-WA799999)
RANGE ROVER CLASSIC 1986-1994 — Starter Motor, V8 Twin Carb + Lucas V8 EFI petrol (1986-91 to HA610293; 1992-94 from JA610294)

Alternative Codes

RTC6061589816NAD10038NAD101490RTC3860NRTC5228NRTC6061NG

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Frequently asked questions

What is the V8 Starter Motor (RTC6061) and what does it do?

The V8 starter motor cranks the engine for starting. When the solenoid is energised, the pinion engages the flywheel ring gear to turn the engine over, then retracts once it fires. This unit suits the 3.5-litre V8 in both twin-carburettor and Lucas EFI forms.

Which models and engines does it fit?

This starter fits the 3.5 V8 Land Rover Defender (1987-2006, to VIN KA925365), Discovery 1 (1989-1998) and Range Rover Classic (1986-1994), in both twin-carb and Lucas V8 EFI forms. Check your VIN against the listed breaks, as later V8s changed starter.

What are the signs the starter is failing?

Common signs of a failing starter are a single click with no crank, slow or laboured cranking, or the pinion not engaging the flywheel. Once the battery is confirmed good, these typically point to worn brushes, a tired solenoid or a failing motor rather than a flat battery.

Will this fit other engines or later V8s?

No, this is the starter for the earlier 3.5 twin-carb and Lucas EFI V8, up to the VIN breaks listed. It isn't the right unit for four-cylinder petrol or diesel cars, or for later V8 models that changed starter, so match it to your engine and VIN.