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Thank you so much. This photo will blow up a bit.

I think it may be a 3 and the CR may be 9.75:1

If that it right it my be a TVR crate engine.

What do you think?

John

I would be grateful for help in identifying my engine.

There is a plate on the block just forward of the dipstick which reads 7A01714C. I cannot find this series anywhere.

It has Rover on the rockers and is fitted to a Scimitar SE 5A.

Thanks
John

Thank you. I have been in contact with Ashcroft but they say they do not sell an R380 for two wheel drive.

I would be grateful for advice please. I have a Scimitar SE 5A which has had a Rover V8 fitted and a 5 speed box. I assume the engine and box came from an SD1 and that the box is a LT77. The box spoils driving the car. It is very heavy and notchy to shift and second is always an issue. I would prefe...