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Alternative parts
while many Matra parts can only be obtained from the few remaining specialists, like Matra Magic in the UK and Carjoy in the Netherlands, some of the more straightforward items can still be found at local stockists, if you know what to ask for. Below we list some of the alternatives found by members. See also useful list at www.espace-murena.fr.st (and click "Equivalences" -- it's all in French)
Every reasonable attempt is made to ensure the details below are correct but always satisfy youself before purchase. BUT neither the Matra Enthusiasts Club nor its officers or members are responsible for any errors, omissions or consequential loss.
| MURENA 2.2 ENGINE | |||
| item | supplier | part number | notes |
| ignition pack | Fister | HW602 | obscure makes, but widely used and seem reliable (from specialist auto-electricians) -- remember to use the heatsink paste |
| Huco | 13 8001 | ||
| coil | Lucas | DLB198 | comes with various fittings, but this is correct coil for 2.2 electronic ignition (Bosch) |
| air filter (std) | Halfords | HAF218 | |
| air filter (performance) | K&N | E-9121 | washable, re-oilable type |
| plug leads | Lemark Hotwires | C5, P9 [x2], P10 [x2], Kit L [x1] | "Kit L" adds an extended plug cover to each lead (fits both Lexmark and Lumenition) -- much easier to use with Murena's recessed plug holes. BUT cut back the rubber sleeves that grip the plug insulators -- recessed plug holes mean (a) the sleeves weld to the plugs because of the heat and (b) you don't need the waterproofing effect anyway |
| Lumenition | LUM30P8 [x2], LUM36P8 [x2], plus Lexmark "Kit L" | ||
| spark plugs | NGK | BP6ES | various makes will work -- this is Politecnic's listing for the 2.2 |
| rotor arm | Halfords | HRA507 | for Bosch distributor |
| distributor cap | Halfords | HDC500 | for Bosch distributor |
| head gasket set, completer | British Gaskets Automotive (BGA) | HK6352 | BGA website www.bgautomotive.co.uk click "catalog" and follow further links via relevant catalogue to "Talbot" group and order through the website |
| head gasket only | BGA | CH6394 | - ditto - |
| exhaust manifold gasket | BGA | MG0351 | - ditto - |
| rocker/cam cover gasket | BGA | RC3329 | - ditto - |
| crank oil seal, front (right) | BGA | OS5321 | - ditto - |
| crank oil seal, rear (left) | BGA | OS3313 | - ditto - |
| conversion set | BGA | CK4327 | - ditto - |
| sump gasket | Roy Gillard, email: | n/a | The club's technical guru has a stock of specially made sump gaskets -- need to transfer the metal spacers from your old one. |
| fan belt | Lucas | KDB913 (9.5x913mm) |
Many brands stretch repeatedly in use. Genuine Lucas doesn't. |
| regulator/brush pack for Paris-Rhone A13N10 | Cargo | 13 0657 | Specialist parts from auto-electricians |
| Valeo | 182046 | ||
| MURENA FRONT SUSPENSION | *Note torsion bar springs must be safely released or secured before most front suspension repairs. Don't attempt without a manual! | ||
| Lockable wheel nuts | Halfords | HLB12S | |
| Upper ball joint | Quinton-Hazell | QSJ262S | |
| Lower ball joint | Quinton-Hazell | QSJ815S | |
| Track rod end | Quinton-Hazell | QR1204S | |
| Steering track rod and inner ball joint | Quinton-Hazell | QR4191S | |
| MURENA 2.2 REAR SUSPENSION | |||
| Dampers | Koni | 82 2184 | pair (need spring seats from old dampers) |
| Hub bearing circlip | Mike Hally, email | unobtainable from Matra Magic etc -- I bought a batch from Springmasters (they don't sell one-offs). I will re-sell at cost, £1.50 each, £2.50 pair (postage included) -- email me | |
| MURENA BODYWORK | |||
| Locking petrol cap | Mafco | 1016 | listed application is Citroen AX 1987-6/95 |
| MURENA 2.2 CLUTCH AND GEARBOX | |||
| Clutch master cylinder repair kit | Biltema (or similar) | 66-742 | Repair kit for a Volvo 340/440/460 -- reported to be "a perfect fit" so with luck any make intended for same model should do the job |
| Clutch slave cylinder repair kit (piston & seals) | Lucas | CSS5010 | Updated design with seal set into piston side instead of stuck on end. Direct replacement BUT seal is further outboard so check extent of any cylinder-bore corrosion/pitting before use. "Brakes International" factors can supply. |
| Clutch plate | Quinton-Hazell | C1035AF | asbestos-free |
| Clutch cover assembly | Quinton-Hazell | Q90781 | |
| Reversing light switch | Intermotor | 54390 | (Citroen number used to be 75 454 205) |
| Citroen | 225722 | ||
| MURENA BRAKES | |||
| Flexible hoses | Goodridge Aeroquip | made to pattern | Race/aerospace quality braided hoses. But may be cheaper than standard rubber hoses. Agent: Hobbs Sport, 01803-864303. |
| Front brake hose | Moprod | BFH2004 or BH518 | Originally Alfasud rear |
| Rear brake hose | Moprod | BFH2913 | Note standard Murena rear hose has unusually large banjo. Either get banjo bolts and copper washers to match new hoses, or drill out banjo fitting to 15 mm -- it's got plenty of meat but remove every trace of swarf (a 15mm drill bit with 12 mm straight shank, a "blacksmith's drill", will fit a 1/2-inch chuck). |
| Rear brake pads | EBC | DP2189 | "Greenstuff" material |
| Front brake pads | EBC | DP2317 | - " - |
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last update 27/9/06