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I've just scanned the faxes crappycresta sent me - if you PM me your email I can send it across as a PDF.

Thanks Mike thats a great help - there seems to be a lot of differing information out there. I'm not after loads of extra power, just a bit and a big blower through the bonnet !
As far as ignition goes I plan to ditch the distributor and go megajolt with coil packs so I can map it more precisely.

Hi All, I wonder if any one can advise me on piston choice and compression ratios. It's currently a 3.5 @ 9.75:1 I believe, and the plan is sticking a Wade R034 on 20% underdriven, which I have been told will give me about 6 psi. Is it necessary for forged pistons at this level - and if so where can...

Hi Crappy,

Just gone into the office this morning and picked up the fax. Thanks very much, it's appreciated!

Paul

Thanks crappycresta, i've sent you an email with my details. Cheers

Thanks crappycresta that would be great! Let me know the best way for you to send it, if you need anything for the trouble, let me know.

Cheers, Paul

Thanks Alan. I would have preferred the 4/71, but this one came up cheap and I couldn't say no! It's in excellent condition other than bearings being a bit stiff. I don't intend on running huge boost, and I'm careful with the max rpm on the engine anyway, so with the charger underrun I should be fin...

Hi, does anyone have any details on rebuilding the Wade R034 they could send me? I've searched everywhere, and may have a chap in New Zealand who has the manual for the Commer TS3 diesel it came off! Intention is to stick on my 3.5 rover. I'm all a bit new to superchargers, but fancy having a crack ...