Recent content by norseman

Could be a recon. unit from an engine re-manufacturer who has over-stamped their own ID #

Strange how people's experience varies, even those owning the same make/type of engines. I've used Champions in a variety of cars, not just 4x4's, for decades & can't remember ever having a problem though admittedly the recommended replacement interval of 12k may be shorter than modern plugs...

My V8 RRC will be 40 years old in 2027, but because it was built in June it won't be until April '28 that I can apply for Historic status :( So £360 (+ 5% as I pay by monthly DD) on renewal this year.

+ 1 That explains why Gen Z drivers look puzzled when I tell them my 'daily' BM is 27 years old, their technology oriented brains can't grasp the concept o_O

+ 1 for the oil pressure & the method. Did you come to any conclusion re. the tapping noise?

I'm deeply hurt LOL ;) Owned two of them (admittedly old E34/E39) & neither have spoilt my 61 years conviction-free driving record.

So many people use WD40 as a releasing agent (aka penetrating oil) which sometimes works, but it's not what the formulation was intended for ie WD = water dispersant. There are many alternatives on the market, personally I've sworn by Duck-oil ever since the days when I used to 'liberate' it...

Whatever you decide on .. K.I.S.S :rolleyes:

Only had one experience with AutoDoc & it will not be repeated :( Ordered a transmission service kit for my old 5 series but the filter wasn't correct & when I tried to get AD to replace the item they refused due the filter being 'part of a kit' The incorrectly supplied part was only realised...

Interesting read. As you are probably aware structural corrosion is the biggest killer of LR products, the Classic is certainly no exception so the condition of the shell is your starting point. I suggest you do your homework re. the likely cost of restoration vs value of the vehicle once up to...

My guess would be '71 as the BL markings(?) wouldn't be on a '81 as LR ltd. came into being in 1978, but then the 101 FC didn't exist in '71 o_O Either way the engine's condition would appear to place it in the 'boat anchor' category.

A liner problem is easy to diagnose, but hopefully that is not your problem as the condition is terminal. If you have a slipping liner the engine will be quiet when cold but as it starts to warm a distinct metallic tap (at piston speed not valve gear, which is half that) will be clearly audible.

I wouldn't bother too much about timing marks, except as a guide with a timing light, as the correct setting for a new engine may not be so after years of wear 'n tear. If ever I feel the need to alter the timing on my 3.5efi I do it the old fashioned way. Running on your chosen grade of petrol...

Depending on how you rate originality the 6 vent slot spoiler was introduced in Oct. '89 & this is the only version that I assume is still available new. An '89 prior to that month should have the earlier 4 slot version, which in turn superseded the original plain lower edge. Sorry if that's...

I replaced mine a few years ago but can't remember the thread details, sorry. What amused me is that the makers handbook states that the spoiler can be removed to protect it from possible damage when driving off-road .. that may be the case when the car is brand new but LR marketing are having a...