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Rain Bird RC-7A Time Clock Motor: Replace or Upgrade?

Motor for RC-7A Clock (Not Zone Advance)

The user needs the timekeeping motor (part 80375) for a Rain Bird RC-7A. Distributor says unavailable.

Recommendation: Upgrade to Digital

Mechanical controller motors are obsolete. A new digital controller (Rain Bird ESP-TM2, Hunter Pro-C) costs less than sourcing a rare motor and offers better features.

If Repair Insisted

Try basicirrigation.com.
Search eBay for "Rain Bird RC-7A motor".
Post on Craigslist "wanted".
Call Rain Bird: 800-724-6247.

Digital upgrade is the practical choice.

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