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Standard Ignition GB-297 Starter Brush Set
| Brand | Standard Ignition 70887 |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| End 1 Inside Diameter | 1 9/16 |
| End 2 Inside Diameter | 1 9/16 |
| Hose Type | Single I.D. Hose |
| Material | EPDM |
| SAE Specification | SAE J20R4 Class D-1, SAE J1684 Type EC |
| Trunk Height | 6 1/4 |
| Fits | —80 vehicles |
Starter brush set for electrical, charging, and starting systems.
Cross-references Standard Ignition GB-297, 76EB11057AA and 8443673 for the same application. See all 10.
Starter Brush Set for OE-Style Repairs
Standard Ignition GB-297 is a starter brush set for select import applications that use Bosch and Hitachi starter designs. With a 5/8-inch width, it is built for service work on vehicles such as BMW 325e, Volkswagen Jetta, and Volvo 740 starter systems where brush wear can affect cranking performance.
Key Features
- Starter brush set for electrical starter service
- Width: 5/8 inch
- Standard Ignition GB-297 replacement part
- OE-style fitment for select BMW, Volkswagen, Volvo, Saab, Porsche, and Mercury applications
- Cross-reference example: Bosch-style applications such as 172286
Detailed Description
Standard Ignition GB-297 is used in starter repair and rebuild work where worn brushes can reduce current transfer inside the starter motor. This part number is listed for a wide range of applications, including Fits 1984-1987 BMW 325e, N/A; Fits 1987 BMW 325i, N/A; Fits 1981-1987 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; Fits 1989-1990 Volvo 740, N/A; and Fits 1980-1984 Saab 900, N/A. It is also cataloged for additional BMW, Volkswagen, Porsche, Volvo, Saab, and Mercury models with matching starter specifications.
What It Helps Address
- Slow or weak starter cranking
- Intermittent starter engagement
- Starter motor wear related to brush deterioration
- Electrical contact loss inside the starter assembly
- Restoration of starter performance during rebuild service
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify starter design, OE number, and brush dimensions before installation. This part is listed across multiple starter applications, including Bosch and Hitachi units, so matching the original starter housing and electrical layout is important. Confirm vehicle year, make, model, and engine-specific starter configuration before ordering. Fits 1985-1987 BMW 535i, N/A; Fits 1985-1987 Volkswagen Golf, N/A; Fits 1990 Volvo 240, N/A.
Quality Assurance
Standard Ignition replacement parts are cataloged for OE-style service applications and are identified here by part number GB-297 for accurate ordering and fitment verification.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Fuel Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Volvo | 240 | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 5002046-0; 1.1 Kw |
| 1990 | Volvo | 740 | 2.3L | L4 | — | N/A | OE No. 5002046-0; 1.1 Kw |
| 1990 | Volvo | 740 | 2.3L | L4 | — | N/A | OE No. 5003617-7; 1.1 Kw |
| 1990 | Volvo | 760 | 2.3L | L4 | — | N/A | Hitachi; 1.1 Kw |
| 1990 | Volvo | 780 | 2.3L | L4 | — | N/A | OE No. 5002046-0; 1.1 Kw |
| 1989 | Volvo | 740 | 2.3L | L4 | — | N/A | OE No. 5003617-7; 1.1 Kw |
| 1989 | Volvo | 740 | 2.3L | L4 | — | N/A | OE No. 5002046-0; 1.1 Kw |
| 1989 | Volvo | 760 | 2.3L | L4 | — | N/A | Hitachi; 1.1 Kw |
| 1989 | Volvo | 780 | 2.3L | L4 | — | N/A | Hitachi; 1.1 Kw |
| 1987 | BMW | 325e | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1987 | BMW | 325i | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1987 | BMW | 325is | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1987 | BMW | 528e | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1987 | BMW | 535i | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1987 | BMW | 635CSi | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1987 | BMW | 735i | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1987 | BMW | M6 | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1987 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 0001312105 |
| 1987 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 068911023A |
| 1987 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 0001312105 |
| 1987 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 068911023A |
| 1986 | BMW | 325e | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1986 | BMW | 524td | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1986 | BMW | 528e | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1986 | BMW | 535i | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1986 | BMW | 635CSi | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1986 | BMW | 735i | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 0001312105 |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 068911023A |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 0001312105 |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 068911023A |
| 1985 | BMW | 318i | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1985 | BMW | 325e | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1985 | BMW | 524td | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1985 | BMW | 528e | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1985 | BMW | 535i | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1985 | BMW | 635CSi | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1985 | BMW | 735i | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1985 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 0001312105 |
| 1985 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 068911023A |
| 1985 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 068911023A |
| 1985 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 0001312105 |
| 1984 | BMW | 318i | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1984 | BMW | 325e | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1984 | BMW | 528e | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1984 | BMW | 533i | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1984 | Porsche | 928 | 4.7L | V8 | — | N/A | — |
| 1984 | Saab | 900 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1984 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 068911023A |
| 1984 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 0001312105 |
| 1983 | BMW | 320i | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1983 | BMW | 528e | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1983 | BMW | 533i | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1983 | Porsche | 928 | 4.7L | V8 | — | N/A | — |
| 1983 | Saab | 900 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1983 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 068911023A |
| 1983 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 0001312105 |
| 1983 | Volkswagen | Rabbit Pickup | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 0001312105 |
| 1983 | Volkswagen | Rabbit Pickup | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 068911023A |
| 1982 | BMW | 320i | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1982 | BMW | 528e | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1982 | Porsche | 928 | 4.5L | V8 | — | N/A | — |
| 1982 | Saab | 900 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1982 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 068911023A |
| 1982 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 0001312105 |
| 1982 | Volkswagen | Rabbit Pickup | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 068911023A |
| 1982 | Volkswagen | Rabbit Pickup | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 0001312105 |
| 1981 | BMW | 320i | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1981 | BMW | 528i | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1981 | Saab | 900 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1981 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 068911023A |
| 1981 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 0001312105 |
| 1981 | Volkswagen | Rabbit Pickup | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 0001312105 |
| 1981 | Volkswagen | Rabbit Pickup | — | — | DIESEL | N/A | OE No. 068911023A |
| 1980 | BMW | 320i | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1980 | BMW | 528i | — | — | — | N/A | OE No. 0001311100 |
| 1980 | Saab | 900 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1979 | Saab | 900 | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1975 | Mercury | Bobcat | 2.3L | L4 | — | N/A | Bosch; 65 or 75 Amp |
| 1974 | Mercury | Capri | 2.0L | L4 | — | N/A | Str. No. 1311034; Bosch |
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