Viz motor parts wanted
 

Does anyone know a source of (wait for it....) Viz Motor Motors? (The Scalextric type motors inside the Viz).

I have a stash of viz motors, in various states of dis-repair, and am looking for some more motors. Anyone know a source of supply?
I've also run out of relays, any recommendations? I bought some of ebay a few years ago; now they seem quite scarce and expensive.

Stewart

Hello Stewart,

Three years ago Stocktake, the "viz whizz", put me on to a supply of motors from China via eBay. I've just checked and the item number is still listed but the seller has changed the motor to a lower voltage so that won't be any good. Send a PM to Dave as if anyone can help, he will be able to. :}

The relay you want is from the Tyco V23079 series (DPDT non-latching, PCB mounted, 5A max, switching current 2A, 12v DC) which was available from RS under part no. 256-0655 (but admittedly that was 12 years ago). The good news is that it's still available at £4.03 each, probably plus VAT.

Simon