Rover p5 engine problems. I know that the P5/P6 heads.

Rover p5 engine problems I have always used 069 batteries on P4, P5 and Landies - anything bigger is a waste of money as there MUST be another problem. The owner is obviously not a visitor to this forum as I first saw the car some years ago. Jun 1, 2016 · When this load is sensed (reduced manifold vacuum) the ignition timing is automatically advanced which increases the engine speed. Mar 16, 2012 · Rover P5 and P6 V8 Engine . Rover P4 engines are very hardy, especially the four cylinders which were used in myriad Land Rovers. I use an Aliminium based anti-seize compound. I run the engine up with the cap off until the stat opens, then while revving the engine at about 1200rpm top the coolant up to within about 2" of the top, and then replace the cap. Connect the -ve lead to the starter motor connection on the solenoid. Its engine is a naturally aspirated petrol, 3 litre, overhead inlet, side exhaust 6 cylinder with 2 valves per cylinder. The problems only arise if the filter is left off for too long allowing the pump to drain. I drove this car (on LPG) for approx 10. There's Jul 7, 2013 · The rover setup similar to VW vans in particular the T25. I have used unleaded for 14 years and E10 for 2 Dec 23, 2013 · I removed the sump on a Rover V8 because it had low oil pressure, when the gauze strainer was examined and cleaned, the blockage when removing it from the strainer looked like a peace of rag had blocked it, it was thought the sludge compacted in the strainer, that was 3 years ago and 24,000 miles. General. Jan 14, 2017 · I'm having problems starting my 1973 P6 V8. Since topping up using an extended pipe I have had no more overheating problems. Mar 31, 2021 · Horses for courses, correct tools for specific jobs. you have what is probably the best version of a P5 Rover made, the MkIII 3 litre. Nov 24, 2018 · The cranking voltage is borderline but the electronic ignition is supposed to cope with it. When I took the old one out it looked completely the wrong size. This model combined elegance with dignity, and had a traditionally Check the price guides in classic car magazines to see what you can realistically afford. The feed from the ignition is routed forward to the intertia switch in the engine bay (needs to be as far forward as practical), then back to a relay near the pump to switch a good power source on/off (this needs a fuse, usually incorporated in the relay). When turning the ignition key the starter motors fails to engage and after about 4 attempts or so of turning the ignition key off and then on again it engages, turns the engine over and it starts. Rover 3-litre - rare and high-quality Coupé Feb 28, 2013 · The Rover 3-Litre is one of the P5 Series 1 model family from Rover. I'm sure I've seen your setup in there somewhere. Pre 1960 cars can suffer tappet noise, although improved follows reduced this, while revised crankshafts make the later engines generally smoother. Jun 7, 2011 · Hi folks, got leaking rear oil seal in my P5 engined landrover which is very early engine with thr rope type oil-seal. I have 3 V8 engine. thought that maybe the earth is dodgy, need to check anything, clutching at straws to get the car running again, otherwise its going to become a garden Nov 18, 2021 · Rover P5 Open Forum - To join the club go to www. Aug 14, 2016 · Rover P5 and P6 V8 Engine The P6 rad is pretty good, the problem is the tight packaging in the engine bay when you are in traffic and there is no airflow. 5 litre V8 engine made of aluminium was put in the car. The Rover P5 is the ultimate establishment classic, as famous in government circles as the Beast and Charles De Gaulle’s Citroen DS presidential limousine. Automatic transmission with manual overdrive and Burman power steering are optional. Mine are covered in something thick and black but I suspect it may actually be oil and dirt, not underseal! Feb 18, 2022 · The P5 was the first Rover to dispense with a conventional chassis frame, and the styling was the responsibility of David Bache, who had joined from Austin in 1954. Apr 8, 2010 · In the end I sold it to a woman neighbour for a song having made her aware of the on going problem, her mechanic looked over the car and found the problem to be a small hole in the fuel tank, how or why didnt come in to it but a new tank and the problem was resolved, spooky but you never know, dont give up on the old girl you will get there in 1964 Rover P5 3Litre. It took a while, but I found a poor connection at the distributor body to engine connection ? strange but true. Pre-2018 Models: Ford-Manufactured Engines. Ask Honest John Jun 22, 2021 · A have been rebuilding a 3 litre rover engine out of a p5 Mk2c coupe. I replaced the usual plugs, leads, cap and coil and then had to put it in storage for a while. Dec 11, 2011 · As setting the tappet pre-load is very important if you want to avoid problems. I thought it was due to a weakening fuel pump, but this evening I am 99% sure that it is not a fuel problem. Sep 9, 2022 · A mock-up of the small Rover P5 project of 1952-1954. A neglected six-cylinder engine wears prematurely, with cylinder and valve guide wear in evidence. However, Rover saw that the market was changing by the late ‘Fifties, and faced with an aging customer base, instead went for the high-tech P6 as its main model. Hi all i have just brought range rover v8 engine 1982 is there Apr 25, 2013 · Have started with the engine. Aug 27, 2015 · 1958 ROVER P5 3-LITRE SALOON. A major step ahead for Rover came with the P5 model of 1958, a large luxury saloon with a 3-litre version of Rover's six-cylinder Inlet Over Exhaust (IOE) engine carried forward from the Rover P4 series. Apr 13, 2014 · For example, if you want shiny paint in the engine compartment, I would do the mechanic first. Sep 22, 2018 #20 Jun 20, 2013 · Hello Brenten, You will need to remove the radiator first else you can't gain access to remove the fan. su tuning. Aug 10, 2012 · help needed recently had engine overhaul on my series 1 p6 v8 fitted stage 2 heads edlebrock manifold 4 barrel carbs 123 electronic ignition elec fuel pump t he problem is the car won,t run when hot/ good spark when cold no spark when hot have changed leads sports coil fitted lucas dlb110 The P5 was heavier and more exotic in construction than its forebear. I know that the P5/P6 heads Jul 10, 2021 · [JT] Assembling the Rover P5 and P5B: Rover P4, P5 And P6: 2: Jan 21, 2023 [JT] Rover OHC Engines: Rover P4, P5 And P6: 7: Jan 3, 2023: Rover P6 3500S engine swap: Rover P4, P5 And P6: 16: Jun 3, 2022: Rover P5 MK1 vs Wolseley 6/99: Rover P4, P5 And P6: 5: Feb 20, 2022: My old Rover P4 105: Rover P4, P5 And P6: 5: Jun 22, 2021: Rover P5 IOE Suicide to buy a 'classic' if you are not prepared to roll up your sleeves and get to work on the oily bits yourself. The engine number is CJ1400N, nothing like the numbers 84****** etc listed in the manuals Oct 16, 2009 · I am also thinking about bad functioning of tank ventilation. Remove the shroud, detach the cowling at the back, detach the top hose at the radiator, bottom hose at the pump, return hose at pump, transmission oil cooler hoses at the radiator, then lift out the radiator, leaving the cowling behind. The P5 was the first Rover to use the legendary Rover V8 engine, and as the car had a wide engine bay, it presented few problems to the engineers. Mar 16, 2013 · Rover P5 and P6 V8 Engine . Apr 3, 2022 #1 HI, my car has been running a bit rough Aug 25, 2009 · You have probably read Enigmas' thread on the appropriate oils to use in the Rover V8. The battery of course is miles away from the engine but thats a lot of current to drop especially on a 40+ year old car. The engine was rebuilt 25 years ago It was powered by a 2,995-cubic-centimetre (182. With Graham doing all the measuring and most of the Engineering work, he has already assured me that the engine block, apart from sludge, is in really good condition ('20thou over), the pistons are fine but he will expand them and obviously new rings will have to be Sep 4, 2017 · The 3-Litre six cylinder P5 was intended to replace the P4 and be offered with other engine options. Aug 7, 2014 · Rover had 2 for 120% reliability as long as both were used equally Last Edit: Aug 6, 2014 17:57:04 GMT by Phil Nottingham Phil - 1964 P5-Coupe PMB***B & P5B-saloon LHO***L & other classic Rovers & Land-Rovers Jun 4, 2017 · Hello there I hope someone may be able to help. ENGINE. gallon of super high octane and hey presto. I have accumulated several torque wrenches over the years - 1/4 drive ,10" long; 3/8 drive 12" long - most used; 1/2 drive digital 18" long; 1/2 drive 30" long for the big numbers - 200lb/ft front crank bolt etc. Jun 21, 2011 · What was the coolant temperature? How many miles has your engine covered? Does the engine have 20w50 oil at present? 'If coolant temp is around 85 degrees C, then to me the pressure is a touch low, but then having said that it is still acceptable for a Rover V8. May 7, 2011 · My old (and new) rocker gaskets are rubber. I have a P5B coupe and have a fuel leak where all three fuel pipes meet at the reserve tap under the car on the crossmember. He stripped down both but only replaced the float in the off-side one as the near-side one when tested in petrol, seemed to be ok, i e no leaks. Nov 2, 2020 · Rover P5 Open Forum - To join the club go to www. Idle & then switch off the engine when fluid flow starts to falter. If it has still got its AED that will also be problematical. Its only when the car is left alone in the garage for a few days that I get this problem. A secondhand standard AC pump was rebuilt with new valves etc. Had a wep from top hose where Kenlowe was fitted, rectified with silicone sleeve, same problem. The P5-VP (RS) engine is for Mazda MX-5 ND design. It has taken quite a while to clear this, but at least now I should be able to get fuel to the engine. Power steering is made standard in 1960. I had exactly the same problems, started in the cold no issues ran well once it warmed up though not a sausage, just the starter solenoid trying to start. May 13, 2007 · Rover P5 Open Forum - To join the club go to www. You are right about the price of parts for the V8. Never bothered with expensive fancy plugs as the standard lasts well over 12000 miles without bother. The front prop shaft is mostly a straight tube, so its angle can be measured pretty much anywhere on it although one should be aware of balance patches and paint droplets. Any ideas on this? I am experiencing some mild steering wheel judder at idle May 28, 2024 · Engine cuts out because when running full rich on choke the float bowl is draining out. So if I had a P5B I would at the very least be checking the coolant for reducign capacity every 6m and probably replacing annually. May 19, 2006 · I am sure you would be able to use a manual clutch pedal assembly with no problem as long as you use an inline engine. Jul 31, 2010 · Problem sorted. Thread starter Steve C; Start date Apr 3, 2022; S. And the qualities which made the P5 such a great official car make it an excellent classic today. Oct 10, 2009 · As grifterkid's engine won't start, I would be inclined to rule out the ballast resistor wire, as it is bypassed for starting. I don't want to risk drilling & tapping holes and I can't just leave May 4, 2010 · Hi Steve, One other thing that might be prudent after you have fixed the pump would be to change the oil. It started a while ago with difficulty starting, rough running and losing power under load. It overlaps with the last years of the engine’s use in Rover cars: the 2. Running problem, SD1 V8. 9 could give trouble with the cylinder linings. 0-litre version of the P4’s motor, it later used the ex-Buick V8 - the first Rover to do so. It is not original but i would go for the Sd1 engine especially if you have a P5B engine with a rope seal. An original P5B engine out of the spare car but this engine has a rope seal so i didn't want to use it. When I had to change the 'new' soon after, found thread in the block stripped. PeterZRH Well-Known Member. Then press the rubber boot on the bottom of the solenoid to crank the engine (ignition off). Mar 12, 2018 · After one or two issues with the mechanical pump, I'm thinking of installing a Huco sucker pump in the engine bay. Your parts may well be US in origin as some of their engines ran the setup you have. I initially had problems because the (rebuilt) mechanical pump would not pull fuel through. It had a very different appeal to the straight-six, and quickly supplanted it - remaining in production until 1973. Jul 21, 2020 · the car is a 1976 rover p6b 4 door sedan with auto gearbox. Recently completely refurbished engine. Lexus engine into a p5b. Both were cured entirely by fitting a Facet pump in the engine bay - its more than powerfu enough to work as a puller and retains the reserve. Aug 10, 2024 · My engine point blank refuses to fire and I’m starting to draw a blank now on the problem. Once its warm, it starts on the button. I usuallly choose a Lucas as that would have been original fitment. The Rover P5, which was introduced in 1958, replaced the Rover P4 as an "executive" sedan in 1958. Otherwise you have the risk that the paint gets damaged when you do mechanical work on the engine. Apr 8, 2024 · The new Rover P5 weighed almost 1. 80k miles. Steve C Member. This engine has done over 300,000 kms as it was my daily driver before being retired to Club plates on limited annual use. Mar 26, 2017 · It looks to be a lack of running and gummed up badly tuned carbs. 6-litre inline-six engine, a mainstay of the earlier P4, wasn’t powerful enough. Mar 28, 2006 · Some are more prone to vapor lock than others - mine did occasionally when very hot, another did very easily. The secondary winding current will be limited 90% by the secondary winding resistance 6-8Kohms. uk Unfortunately my eyesight is giving me problems Engine number 77506005/C. It was built in 3 consecutive evolutions, the Mark I, II, and III. Aug 11, 2010 · Do things in the right order and you won't have any problems, that order being:- drain oil, remove sump, fit new gasket, refill with oil, remove filter, fit new pre-filled filter, start engine. * Do the above several times after using the car on decent runs. johnwp5bcoupe G Mod Rover P5 / P5B Coupe. It would be good to meet up. You have to stop the car on the emergency lane. Jul 23, 2024; jp928; V8 Engines. Jul 30, 2021 · However, when Rover developed the 6-cyl 90 engine (2638cc), it was a spread-bore engine and, as far as I'm aware, not compatible with the earlier 75 engine. That's the ONLY P5 I know of down here. Fan Shroud Labels by Rover_P5B_Coupe , on Flickr I've looked on eBay (only the 'Most Important' sticker) and JRWadhams. Doing a bit of research since originally posting tells me that I need to order hose to spec SAE J30 R9 and it looks as if 5. Apr 9, 2017 · Hi all, I'm having problems setting up the twin SU HIF6 carbs on my Rover P6 V8 engine. However now I suspect the temp guage was reading air temp and not water temp and the engine was in fact becoming rather hot! May 16, 2012 · Rover P5 Mk3 1967 Auto. P5 are not the easiest cars to work on body wise. Mar 21, 2012 · It can also be sorted by fixing the underlying problem! Poor engine tune will make things worse. The crap starting part is a matter of getting the choke height and the choke/throttle cam setting correct as JP928 says. ignition timing. Apr 20, 2024 · I did use the sentinel X400 central heating flush and ran the engine for 2 x 30 minute sessions over a week, and then a third time whilst manoevring the car so it was facing out of the garage to make engine/transmission removal easier and also so as to facilitate the power washing of the engine waterways and the engine bay. Then i have a 3. 8V (alternator) or 15. 0l V8 engine and four speed auto gearbox, along with some other RPi upgrade packages. So also will a common cooling system problem - a blocked outlet from the carb "tower" at the top of the inlet manifold. There's not much scope to mis-route it, and it doesn't Feb 8, 2023 · Engine and transmission. 5-liter engine (P5-VPS, P5-VP (RS)) is a smaller sized version of the 2. Nov 18, 2014 · I think the main problem with the P5b is that with the cross flow rad air bubbles escaping also force out a lot of water and as the level in the rad then drops more air is pulled in. £14,250. 95 : Electronic Ignition, Home of the Powerspark electronic ignition and electronic distributor Apr 26, 2018 · Rover P5 and P6 V8 Engine as the fuel system has a return i would only expect flooding problems if the pump was way over zealous or teh foats/float valves had May 29, 2023 · First water pump changed by Rover Specialist. 6-litre unit, and like a well-maintained V8, it should be good for at least 200,000 miles between rebuilds. The engine doesn't react on the accelerator pedal anymore. Using the right fluids can help prevent common issues such as oil degradation and related engine problems. I received BP5HS plugs but when taking out the old plugs they are BP5ES and have a much longer threaded part. No running prototypes were made. Much misfiring and spitting back through carbs/backfiring at idle/slower rpm. It also means that it is technically a P5B and is powered by a 150 HP, 3. (All with the engine running at 1200rpm) That way you get any airlocks out once the stat opens, get the maximum amount of coolant in, all while still retaining an Oct 27, 2011 · Having problems starting when the car is cold. P. Feb 28, 2013 · 1962 Rover 3-Litre - full technical specs sheet, including performance data, economy and emissions, dimensions, weight and engine particulars. RHD. But with all the potential problem areas that entails. body a resistance soon built up causing a voltage drop of 6 volts at the distributor body to engine connection. I've taken the tank off and residue of fuel that had been left in the tank had congealed like syrup and blocked the line. The problem began after my classic car mechanic had come to my home Friday 13th April to work on the carbs. Petrol · 11,478 miles · Automatic · 3 speed. As can be seen in the image below from 1954, the new car was to be quite a dramatic change from the upright and sober P4, reflecting Rovers growing confidence. Dec 4, 2008 · I could appreciate that if an engine was fitted with say an 88 degree thermostat, with the air conditioning on, sitting in traffic, it may well be quite a problem, but my Rover was experiencing the problem in the middle of winter on an 11 degree morning. Top up, allow to run in case air in system, filled to about 1 inch from neck, then next day check and same problem. Apr 5, 2009 · For Australian conditions, the recommended engine oils for the P6B are, in terms of Penrite, HPR30 which is a 20W60 multigrade oil, and for engines with many miles the more viscous HPR40, which is a 25W70 grade oil. This straight-6 IOE engine used an overhead intake valve and side exhaust valve, an unusual arrangement inherited from the Rover P4. Demetris Well-Known Member. When choke is in, the lower fuel flow is sufficient to run the engine. Thread from rover sd1 on it. Do not let anyone touch it unless they know how to set up twin carbs properly - many do not know or do not know how to slacken off the interconnection. As such there is only one answer that suits your engine and driving style! I have used the warmer plugs specified by Rover from 1969 for approx. Endearing, but quite annoying too. Mar 16, 2013 There are a few Jan 10, 2006 · A couple of times I've noticed her being a bit smokey in the engine bay. Tracing and fixing a problem that only occurs when the P5B engine is hot by a process of elimination. 8 cu in) engine. Technical issues relating to the V8 engine. At the time of writing (mid 2018) you can get a roadworthy P5 or P5B for around £5,000, but they will likely need significant expenditure in the near future. Aug 19, 2014 · In the Rover P5B i am currently restoring, i will fit a Sd1 engine and i also have an MGB which i converted to V8 with the SD1 engine. The six is a smooth engine, so should make any issues known fairly quickly. Aug 6, 2021 · Rover P5 and P6 V8 Engine. This smaller displacement unit was first offered in the Mzzda2 and Mazda3, and after that in the MX-5 models. Club Regalia. I never had problems with them. :shock: Jun 22, 2021 · The benefit of accidentally finding Graham has put a different perspective to the rebuilding of George's 3 litre Rover engine. Stick a 4 barrel on there and the normal choice is to connect the rover covers together with the breather hoses and feed it into the rear of the air filter, which has very little suction. It was the first Rover car with unitary bodywork, styled by David Bache. Penrite is the official supplier to Land Rover Australia, and these oils are also their recommendation. 000km without problems and hardly oil and water consumption. However, for the 55-year facelift (bigger back window) the 75 engine was changed to a short-stroke version of the 90 spread-bore and became 2230cc with a single carb. 5V (generator) engine running. Nov 11, 2013 · Rover P5 and P6 V8 Engine . My car has twin SU's H1F6's fitted. Threads 2. The float levels have been set as per the manual. The 072 has slightly more power, I have recently fitted an 072 and it does turn the engine over a bit faster. 5 displayed similar levels with over 200,000 miles on the engine. My original 3. Aug 16, 2013 · Strangely, the P5 could be had as a four-door saloon or a four-door coupé, the latter distinguished by its more rakish rear roofline. * Warm the engine and transmission thoroughly before driving. I cannot see any leaks, all Nov 20, 2020 · I have just replaced the engine mounts on my 71 P5B and have a problem. From this we learnt that flat tappet engines have a tendency to wear their tappets and camshafts unless there is a certain percentage of a particular zinc compound in the oil. Anyway, with the new one in, no smoke after a half hour on the highway. CLUB SPARES and REGALIA. In this form, output of 115 brake horsepower (86 kW) was claimed. In the context of a Rover P5B engine that pings under load in certain road situations, the fix is to simply reduce the ignition advance at that particular load site. May 28, 2018 · Rover P5 and P6 V8 Engine . So it will be passing 14. Even though the V8 Engine employs hydraulic tappets that would have been installed with corrected tolerance levels when the engine was new you must make provision for resetting such tolerances with any V8 engine when any part of the valve train, Camshaft area, or May 14, 2016 · The accelerator switch just prevents it tripping if the engine speed is too low. In this video we test drive the Rover P5 project after finishing its upgrades to an RPi rebuilt 4. I've seen different opinions from people who've gone down this road about the need for a relay, or just a new 12V ignition-controlled feed to the pump via a fused inertia switch Dec 24, 2014 · The filter isn't very old and was a club filter complete with olives. A number of people have told me it could be the start inhibitor switch. Feb 26, 2018 · An inertia switch I regard as a 'must'. Asking price. 6 days ago · Fluids such as engine oil, brake fluid, and coolant should be of the quality and type recommended by Land Rover. At higher rpm - approx. The engine sits nicely on the nearside mount but is not sitting down on the off side. 6 kgm) at 1500 rpm. Aug 9, 2022 · Rover P5: our verdict. When I tried again bearing that in mind, it fired no problem. Maurice Wilks has envisaged the car as a ‘light P4’ with, what was called, ‘floor-cum-chassis construction’. with carbs done as well as electrics I put those metal ' tablets' in fuel tank . , but when running at speed (around 100kph) with around 3000rpm on the tacho, OK, but when loading up the engine, such as maintaining speed on a motorway up an incline, the engine backfires through the carburetter. Board Problems and Queries. Thread starter koogie; Start date Mar 16, 2012; koogie Member. Oct 7, 2017 · Board Problems and Queries. I wish to join the main fuel line and cut out the reseve junction all together as i never use it. Once the engine fires and the ignition key is moved back from position three to position two, the 12 volts applied by the starter solenoid to the coil returns to zero care of the starter relay dropping out. Old bolts used without comment. The engine is superbly smooth and torquey - the car happily pulls from 10mph in top with max torque at 1750rpm = 36mph whilst V8 is at 3000rpm. Pulling out the choke again at this point and the car runs fine suggesting its running too weak? However no Jun 25, 2017 · Before you get all the Visco parts (and in which condition), why not using an E-fan. The Rover P5 story started in the early 1950s, but the car then visualised turned out to be very different from the one that was launched in 1958. I have supported the engine, released the mounts doing them up bit by bit each side but still not sitting down. Have one on my P6B and plan fitting one during renovation of my P5B. Aug 18, 2010 · Rover P5 Club Forum. 5 amps, otherwise known as a shedload. 6-litre engine disappeared from Rover saloons in summer 1964, and the 3-litre followed it in summer 1967. This was a car that could compete with Bentleys and Jaguars as readily as Fords and Humbers. Aug 22, 2015 · When cold at 600 RPM the needle stays in the middle and no green light. My 1964 and 1966 3-litre engines both Nov 7, 2007 · Andrew. 5 liter, aluminum V8 engine that traces its origins to GM’s Buick division. Offered between 1958 and 1973, the Rover P5 series of cars were manufactured as a four-door only model, and this example, being from 1972, means that it was produced near the end of the run. One of my first things to do is a standard service so I ordered some spark plugs from JR Wadhams. P5 3 Litre - To join the club go to www. Once you turn off the engine for a couple of minutes you can drive again for 5 kms and sometime much longer distance before engine stops again. You should be able to see coolant from here pumping into the top of the radiator. The car drives fine when cold on choke but when warmed up it's reluctant to pull above 3000 rpm. The rocker shafts are also prone to wear and it could be wise to replace the oil pump. org. A technical masterpiece akin to a Citroen DS. Read the voltage. The car spluttered just as i released the key from the starting position. I put it down to it needing new plugs and a general service but this has failed to cure the slow starting problem. P5 3 litres Nov 8, 2008 · Rover P5 and P6 V8 Engine . It always starts eventually and once warmed up starts on first turn. Asside from any considerations of viscosity, modern oils assume an engine buit to ver differnet tolerances to the Rover engines of our period and without the anti wear additives which were an assumed part of the oil spec when our engines were designed. While the P5 was launched with a 3. […] Mar 8, 2019 · The final upgrade of the 3 litre P5 cam in 1962 with another uprating of the 3 litre engine. If the engine is apart a machine shop should be able to fit the later SD1 seal If the engine is not apart and you have to use the rope seal, good luck ! The problem is cutting the ends so that the seal is a tight fit. It is not my car but it belongs to a customer. To overcome this challenge, the engine was increased to three-litres and 115 bhp, which delivered a sublime ride. The classic Rover P5 (3 Litre) and P5B (3. May 5, 2016 · When your battery is fully charged, the primary may see as much as 14.  1962 Rover 3-Litre P5 Series The Rover 3-Litre is a 4 door sedan/saloon style motor vehicle designed by David Bache with a front positioned engine driving through the rear wheels. The engine is a 2995cc straight-six with 115bhp and the front suspension is independent. I like Peter´s way and have also installed a Spal (but 350 mm) in front of the rad, now having all clear between rad and engine. 5 Litre), launched in 1958 and manufactured until 1973 by the Rover Company of Solihull, England, has been variously described as “the zenith of British car making”, “one of Britain’s fine cars” and “a gentle giant”. Engine starts OK, idles OK, runs OK around the suburbs, etc. Thread Probably because it rarely gives any problems. 0-litre engine in the SkyActiv series. Mar 16, 2012 #1 I recently fitted my electronic ignition Sep 12, 2016 · a problem i decided to remove the armored cable in the engine bay and leave the wire in the armored cable up to where the armored cable is bracketed on the engine as easier than removing it from the steering column cowling and under the dash panel i removed both armored cables at this bracket and re-directed and extended the wire to the coil, Oct 10, 2024 · * The first is of my (modified) MK3 P5 Rover coupe (P76 V8, the Aussie version of the Rover V8 engine 4. It turns out that the reserve tank selector is not working. The fan is running also with engine off until the thermoswith says ok. a Rover P5 MK III 1966 coupe (LHD) owner in Greece and i have a problem with my Nov 26, 2014 · The engine therefore draws air in from the pipe at the rear, keeping the engine cleaner. New Zealand. Ignition timing. Rover ploughed plenty of cash into its upmarket offering to replace the P4. 1200rpm upwards - engine smoothed out considerably and sounded nearly normal albeit still with some misfiring. It was Rover’s first attempt at a monocoque chassis, resulting in a solid car with a hefty front subframe that supported the engine, front suspension and gearbox. 8 turbo, and it flies ! When I looked under the bonnet it would be a difficult installation into the Rover. Thread starter New one fitted problem cured. 6 tonnes, and the 2. The muscular new engine improved performance, and economy. The chemical concerned is a complicated molecule that contains a zinc atom. Jan 31, 2011 · I have been caught out a number of times now with the engine not starting. 3K Messages Starting problems. There is a chap who explains how the RV8 distributors work and also shows how to test the component and fault finding. £5-10,000 gets a car that is better and should be usable for some time to come, then £10,000+ buys some of the better cars. The solenoid appears to be working okay as it is not clicking when the starter motor fails to engage. The advice from Rover was that if the oil pressure was OK once the car is moving there is no problem. Feb 10, 2013 · Assuming you have a good voltmeter - DVM by preference, start by connecting the +ve (if you have a +ve earth car) to the engine earth strap. roverp5club. Apr 8, 2023 · The last, and longest, chapter in the Rover IOE engine story focuses on Land Rovers and begins in 1962. the car has an ongoing problem, it wont start, it cranks but wont fire , even with a brand new simmonbbc dizzy and matching coil. it now starts on choke fairly easy. One influence on his design trope is widely rumoured to have been the Chrysler 300, but it was in keeping with the look of post-war Rovers because the P4 had reflected the Apr 4, 2019 · Some P4s had the vac tank as which is not needed anyway with a Lockheed servo. As the fault occurred intermittent i had a lot of trouble finding it. Result, crankcase doesn't breathe correctly and engine gets dirty inside. The problem is that the size of the batteries has altered slightly over the years and the retaining bracket did not fit until I had cut some of it away with my Dremel. You might find it functions perfectly using this procedure. Dec 8, 2015 · Had a few problems with the fuel system. Nov 11, 2008 #10 chrisyork said: Apr 21, 2012 · The problem this time is flooding in the n/s carburetter. It is this tank with invisible rust pinholes that can cause real problems with brakes and engine performance. For instance, using Castrol Synthetic Oil is part of Land Rover’s Prepaid Maintenance Plan, which ensures optimal performance. Since the temp gauge read about %50 I put this down to simply dirt and oil on the exhaust manifold. Ron. how can i identify which ローバー・P5（Rover P5 ）はイギリスの自動車メーカー、ローバーが1958年から1973年まで製造した大型乗用車の設計コードネームおよび通称である。 新車当時には正式名称の「 ローバー・3リッター 」並びに「 ローバー・3½リッター 」と呼ばれた。 Rover was also designing a V6 engine for the car, but development problems meant this engine was ultimately abandoned. Initially, the Range Rover Evoque was powered by engines manufactured by Ford. This was a great Mar 26, 2019 · always got poor starting and when decelerating engine can cut out and refuse to restart for a few minutes. All classics require more regular servicing than modern cars and more goes wrong with them. 4 litres). Gordon Bashford later recalled, ‘As far as I can remember, the first P5 V8 was just a cut-and-shut job in the experimental shop. engine mileage now stands at 128,000. Air filters. [3] . Feb 28, 2015 · The red sticker was nicely 'aged' by a small engine fire in the cars history, and I now want to refurbish the cover. I can't describe the amount of smoke prior - it looked like a blown engine. * The second my modified ZB MG Magnette coupe. Sep 30, 2018 · Im refurbishing my engine bay (1968 P5B Coupe) and trying to work out whether the thick black underseal that covers the bulkhead is also supposed to extend forward onto the inner wheel arches. Thought of you today actually, we have on hire a Renault Master van which is a 2. Jun 15, 2009 · I am losing on average 1/2 litre of coolant a day. The P5 still has all those qualities that make it so achingly desirable, yet the relative costs are even lower. Oct 23, 2011 · Having problems starting when the car is cold. uk Board Problems and Queries. I believe the SD1 engines are the best Rover V8's as the 3. what grey did you use for the engine Mazda 1. Recently i overhauled a 2 cilinder Ducati bevel engine which costed about double the price of a Rover V8 overhaul. Jul 5, 2014 · I have just purchased a beautiful 1973 Rover P5 and after getting it home, this morning it won't start. Gremlin66 New Member. This was only made for 2 years when a major revision was make - the Rover P5B. added a fresh. The ignition lights go on, then nothing. This powerplant develops 105 bhp (106 PS/78 kW) of power at 4500 rpm, and maximum torque of 222 N·m (164 lb·ft/22. A bit of common sense diagnosis led me to believe the battery was flat or dead as last night on the drive home had all the lights on, windscreen wipers etc for quite a short drive and I think the car has stood for a while so I am assuming the May 17, 2024 · Hi I have just purchased a very nice 1969 Rover P5B Coupe. The following day, engine started with much difficulty and would barely run at all. Rover P5 Open Forum - To join the club go to www. The original offering was a 4-door sedan with a 3 liter, inline six engine, with a manual or automatic gearbox that sent power to the rear wheels. Rover P5/P6 Engine Components ⚑ Fast delivery worldwide Payment options including PayPal ⛽ British car experts ♚ 01522 568000 ☎ 1-855-746-2767 Oct 17, 2023 · The Rover V8 engine valve covers are completely flat and parallel to the crank shaft, so this angle can be measured there. The SkyActiv-G 1. As likely is an ignition problem. After passing a current from the CB connection at the coil through the closed contact breaker points through the dist. Richard was highlighting potential safety concerns with the design of some widely-available aftermarket fuel filters for the Rover P5B that look similar to the original item, but differ in an important area. P5 Rover 3500S very interesting. The 3-Litre’s powerplant was a bored-out version of the P4’s 2. Nov 7, 2024 · There is a wealth of information on what fits rover and P76 engines plus lots of information on the buick/ olds/ pontiac engines and how the parts cross over. uk ROVER P5 3 LITRE Mar 24, 2020 · I have rebuilt the engine from the bottom up and this included the carburetors which all new jets, needle valves etc. The P5 could also be had as a four-door coupe. Leaving it with the oil out won't do that. Rover P5 As some of you know I have an ex-RAF staff car P5b saloon,which is now mot`d and on the road after 25 years. Nov 3, 2015 · 1) modern engines "may" be built with more thought on avoiding galvanic corrosion between dissimilar metals. Jun 21, 2017 · It is one of those things that worked when the engine was assembled in the factory but never since. * Pump out all the current ATF (when hot) by disconnecting the return line at the radiator. 2) modern engines are expected to be discarded within 10-20 years. Also fixing the rear coupe quarte May 14, 2017 · i had problems with my Powerspark fitted to my P5B and eventually replaced it by a Range Rover distributor and now everything is oke again. 6mm is an ideal size secured by petrol hose clips. Although by the sound of things it maybe the gasket that the glass bowl seats on thats leaking on your pump if the diaphragm is split it may well be pumping some fuel into the engine oil, thinning it out and causing more wear. Nov 6, 2024 · The standard Rover V8 twin SU manifold has 2 threaded holes underneath to hold the metal heater return pipe in place but the Edelbrock single 4 barrel carb manifold I've bought doesn't despite being sold for the Rover engine. Sep 20, 2016 · V8 MGB & Rover P5 P6 Early Male Type Drive Gear Distributor Ignition Coil & Link Lead V8 MGB & Rover P5 P6 early male type drive gear distributor ignition coil & link lead [D29M11 & CE5 & L10 & R5 & L9] - £154. Club Spares . . Apr 3, 2022 · Rover P5 and P6 V8 Engine . Rover’s first monocoque, the P5 is a bigger, better looking car than the P4 it is destined to replace. Thread starter Gremlin66; Start date Mar 16, 2013; G. I would outsource body repair work to someone who has done a P5 before. Jun 19, 2017 · My ever so reliable 72 Rover P6 V8 has been slow to start of late. The P5 arrived in 1958 and was available first with a silkysmooth six-cylinder engine, before receiving an injection of V8 power in 1967. Is the dizzy properly earthed? If its not the electronic gubbins it will be something dead simple that has been overlooked Apr 18, 2012 · Then i removed the engine and overhauled it and found 2 cam lober which were only 3-4mm heigh. Dec 12, 2024 · This chapter delves into the common engine types and their evolution across various models, highlighting the transition from Ford-manufactured engines to Jaguar Land Rover’s own powertrains. Jan 23, 2021 · To achieve this (and maybe for other reasons) Rover put the PAS pump up high, top front on the nearside (left side) of the engine, giving the belt a route upwards from the crank and then back down to the water pump, and then up to the alternator on the other side before dropping back to the crank. Fitted new pump with stainless bolts using 'anti-seize' Years later no problem with removing bolts and fitting new pump. Apr 5, 2009 · Re: Egine oil for P6B Zinc and phosphorous is precisely the issue. 8 to 15. This was the massive change that saw the American Buick 3. Crossplies, I've put in a 'universal fuel filter' in place of the old engine breather filter. After much 'fiddling' the engine roars into life as if it was just taking a longer nap than usual. So the problem is with the oil getting thin. 3 Litres do not have the manifold valve so they must have one if a Lockheed servo is fitted (they do not have a vac tank either). Fuel return system. Rover even offered a conversion kit in the mid 70's so even then a problem existedl Jul 28, 2011 · Its a 75 p6b series 2, so good to no i need to order another filter, also, OIl Filter, currently fitted is a RYCO z136, this is very small, i cant find anything that states this is the correct filter, ive just got a Ryco z130 which is the correct one, and is much bigger, if i change it, to a bigger one wil that effect the oil pressure? Nov 20, 2006 · I have already received good advice from Simon on the fuel pump question but I would like to float this again hoping to get some feedback on overheating or the interconnection of these problems: Hi there, I have a 1973 P6 3500 with similar problems which are driving me nuts because I am no great mechanic myself and have to take the car to the . But, why not using a sucking fan between engine and rad. 9l engine which was fitted to the "driver" P5B. The pressure is created by 2 gears that run at engine speed so at 600 RPM they are not turning very fast. 5 SkyActiv-G Engine Specs, Problems, and Reliability. Jun 3, 2017 · Rover P5 and P6 V8 Engine The problem that your Rover is having is most likely carburettor related, as stalling when coming to a halt is a typical symptom. There was an interesting and valuable discussion on the Rover P5 Club Forum regarding fuel filters for the P5B, started by another Richard (not me). The problem occurs after 30-40kms. Harvey has said there is a special tool and extra-long seal available to do replacement in-situ, where can I source these items? cheers Steve There seem to be very few P5 drivers on the road in my part of the world and I'm still trying to locate the "P" registered P5b Coupe I very occasionally see in the Plymouth area. The car is an automatic and the idle speed is set at 800 rpm. qiark erlf vrjzd lomotnm atvt gtwdegh cgqkkz jnaqe kbfq cucy