The Powerlite, transformed starting in my series 3 2.25 petrol. Well worth it and British made.

Thank you. I’m going to put on a spare starter when I find it in the shed - it’s still an original Lucas so will give that a service and see how it gets on.

So...gotta love the series 3 esp when it throws an issue at you. My most recent is starting. When it does start it's great, loads of power etc. But recently after driving it it sometimes (once every two weeks) turns over really slowly like its...

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Good morning - stripping down a suffix B Gearbox and the main shaft has a D stamped into it? I think this has been added due to the Suffix D gearbox having stronger internals if I'm not correct? Thank you Rich

Hi knowledgable folk, Just tearing down a Series 3 suffix B gearbox and i seem to be missing these two shims (Part no 561197) from the intermediate shaft. Do i need these based on total end float measurements (if anyone has them). Thank you...

Turners do quality head gasket sets def replace valve stem seals, I would also strip the valves and springs, rockers check for any damage and lap them in, inspect head for damage/ cracks etc and order parts once

Pretty sure I left the manifold on the head, be aware it's rather heavy to lift off.

I done mine last year as the valve stems were goosed. Ended up putting on a composite gasket and replacing some bushes on the cam shaft but all in all was a great experience. Even done a de-coke at the same time which all the pistons needed...