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I just chequed the oil pump from a P5B V8 for presence of the oil filter by pass valve. According to the WSM p.52 A1-19 the by pass valve should be at the end of the string but was absent. Is the by pass valve simply missing or does the oil pump operate correct without that oil filter by pass...

I am at the beginning of a RVI to RVC conversion of a P6 Series One Smiths tacho, The first issue is how to get the bezel off; soaked it in penetrating oil, heating on a stove, stretched the bezel rim a bit with a screwdriver next trying to turn it to and fro by hand when that failed clamped...

Knows anyone the resistance (if any !) in Ohm of the spark plug cap with use of the copper HT leads for the std 3500 V8 ? and if so, the reason of this voltage drop ?

From the parts maniual it is not clear whether there is any difference (for example in internal diameter) between een P6 Series One and P6 Series Two exhaust manifold. Is there anyone who might answer this question ?

Need 4 x 0.001" and 4 x 0.004" rocker shaft pedestal shims for a 3500 to adjust the lifter pre-load. Might anyone inquire me where I can buy these shims.

Except 12V+ on the terminal post and the startermotor I have no voltage anywhere on this P6B S2 from 1972, out of service for about 40 years....... The two brown wires from the terminal post connect to the alternator and ammeter main terminal incl ammeter shunt, number 3 in the electric cicuit...

The production data (month/year) of a P6B Series2 auto export continental Europe LHD with Chassis nr.: 45431460 suffix E ? Thank you.

The name of the white color a.o. for the purpose of a body color label, of a P6B Series2 auto 1977 export to Sweden and then to the Netherlands. Chassis nr.: 45431460 suffix E. According to the WSM we have the choice from 3 colors white: (Rover) white, Davos white and Arctic white. Which one...

According to the WSM: the A type piston dimension (diameter I guess) must be 0.018-0.033 mm smaller the the cylinder (bore dimension/diameter of 88.90mm). Is this the total clearance or the clearance left and right with the piston in the middle of the cylinder ? so total clearance should be...

Someone advised to replace a worn 10.5 piston from the 88.90 cylinder bore with a Discovery piston ('mill it 20 thou to reach 10.3 or so) from the same bore of 88.90 mm. Question: What Discovery engine(s) do(es) have the right bore of 88.90 mm ?

Looking for a gearset including rear brakeband ring in good condition (no grooves, smooth surface) for a BW35 green plate 7FU with sun gears diameter/width: 47mm/20.60 +/- 0.5 mm resp. 53.6mm/14.55mm May someone help ?

Says the WSM but neither ratchet sound nor stop while (endless) turning the piston clockwise back. pls. might anyone tell me whats the issue.

Has anybody knowledge from P6 door locks ?. I found next door locks LH and RH in a friend's box without the associated keys. It must be pairs because of they are from the cars he broke in parts. Who can tell which LH and RH locks are pairs ? or how can otherwise find out ?: LH door lock: 816 or...

Does anyone know which timing chain is most stretch (elongation) resistant: the genuine (Land) Rover 3.5 ltr. V8 timing chain or the Cloyes TRUE roller chain ? and what is the benefit (if any) of a (Cloyes) roller chain compared with the genuine (Land) Rover 3.5 ltr. V8 timing chain ? Pls. your...

Looking for a set of 10.5 V8 high compression pistons. Who might help me ? if used pls. mention mile age.

For the 10.5 V8 engine 2 designs of pistons A and B are in use and corresponding crankshaft. The design B pistons are fitted with a cranckshaft which has an indentification groove 'C' in the face at the starter dog end, Does anyone know how that 'C' groove looks like ?

How to differentiate a Reynolds pre-stretched duplex timing chain from a regular duplex timing chain if you have both in front of you on the table; What is characteristic ? Pls. your suggestions.

STD 3.5ltr. 10.5 V8: In order to measure the piston-cylinder clearance I have to know where on the A type of piston skirt is located: Top land, skirt top and skirt bottom. Pls. your advice.

Has anyone experience with an adjustable timing chain with a vernier cam sprocket ? - when is it useful to adjust cam timing for a P6 V8, - is it possible to compensate the stretch in the chain ? also after f.e. 50kkm - is it the money worth while and what are the money saving alternatives ?

does someone know which K&N high flow filters fit the TC air filter adapter ? I found the 56-9097 but not quite sure. Are there other types and what flow rate.

The converter cheque valve (spring + ball) and throttle valve retainer are missing. Does anyone know what impact do those missing valves have on box functioning a.o. gear shift: up/(kick)down ? (I never used this box)

I am looking for suppliers of new standard liners and CR 10.5 pistons for the 3.5 ltr engine, genuine or aftermarket. Pls. your suggestions.

While air pressure testing the rear clutch for mechanical operating I hear the thump of the rear clutch but also air escaping from somewhere under the rear clutch house. Is this normal operating or an unwanted air leak ? Appreciate to hear your suggestions.

In the april 2015 issue of Driving Force on page 12, P6 VAW has been pictured with the front wheels on hydraulic jacks at the NEC restoration show. Pls. might anyone inquire me about the exact (brand) name and supplier(s) (where to buy) of these jacks ?.

a month ago it started with slip under load now after 400 km almost no traction. Gearbox data: BW35, 40 kkm from overhaul, in D good up-/smooth down shift: full throttle:slight slip 1 to 2 and bit hold/push 2 to 3, recent ATF exchange, correct ATF level and KD adjustment. Appreciate to hear...