I need a new Krups type 243 bottom part where the motor is. ?

I also have the same problem. I tried taking the entire assembly apart, but it's pretty much frozen. However, you can buy a replacement part for $20 Canadian (+$8 Canadian shipping) at http://abtecca.server101.com/commerce/search/products/?product_id=06XKRUPS5863012&merchant_id=2476

Steve B
August 2009

If the blender works without the jar on top then the motor is more than likely good and the problem may be in the knife assembly (if its made out of plastic).

If the knife assembly is made out of plastic, check and see if the knife turns freely inside its white plastic base (it should). If not, you need a new knife assembly.

Some times the plastic base gets so hot that the moving parts fuse together.

JM
November 2008