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by Seight-V8
Sat Sep 25, 2021 4:47 pm
Forum: Cooling Area
Topic: Rover V8 cooling layouts
Replies: 7
Views: 6154

Re: Rover V8 cooling layouts

current rad is only 45mm thick.....there are ones that are 55mm, 60mm & 70mm.....although i am constrained by the size that will fit in the nose cone of my car....my current one is ally, but the same size as a volkswagen polo.....lol....so not the best..... I thinking trying to the the layout right ...
by Seight-V8
Sat Sep 25, 2021 9:28 am
Forum: Cooling Area
Topic: Rover V8 cooling layouts
Replies: 7
Views: 6154

Re: Rover V8 cooling layouts

finally got the new layout plumbed in and working, as not any easy thing to get all the pipes in the spaces i had.....lol.... new 78degc 2 port thermostat installed, and plumbed as per the discovery layout. Idles around 85degc, which is much cooler than before, seems much happier and cooler now........
by Seight-V8
Thu Aug 12, 2021 6:20 am
Forum: Cooling Area
Topic: Rover V8 cooling layouts
Replies: 7
Views: 6154

Re: Rover V8 cooling layouts

Yes i now have that thermostat thanks, but as i had the 3 port one, i was just trying to find out which one is best......i am currently re-plumbing the system for the 2 port one you suggested.....so hopefully once the new pipes arrive i can test it.....its much less plumbing too.... Still think a ne...
by Seight-V8
Sat Aug 07, 2021 11:36 am
Forum: Cooling Area
Topic: Rover V8 cooling layouts
Replies: 7
Views: 6154

Rover V8 cooling layouts

Hello all, I am trying to get the best cooling layout for my 4.6v8 (gems) type engine in a westfield, cooling is always difficult in these cars due to engine, space & radiator options are limited. I trying to work out which of the rover V8 cooling layouts would be the best for my purpose.....the opt...
by Seight-V8
Sat Jul 24, 2021 6:39 am
Forum: Cooling Area
Topic: GEMS thermostat
Replies: 2
Views: 1815

GEMS thermostat

Hello all, I've been running a GEMS type thermostat for a year or so now, after re-plumbing my layout of my 4.6 GEMS type engine, but i just don't like the opening temps of about 92degc that comes with this thermostat.....i much preferred 82degc..... So doing the usual google searching i found this ...
by Seight-V8
Sun Apr 18, 2021 7:38 am
Forum: Electrical & Ignition Area
Topic: max timing for rover v8.....4.6
Replies: 6
Views: 3994

Re: max timing for rover v8.....4.6

some great comments thanks.....as i've still not had my car tuned....since the 5 year rebuild on the engine & gearbox....im just trying to get road miles on the engine.....its driving ok.....but I'm just concerned of doing some long time damage......with higher than needed timing... Engine is 4.6 GE...
by Seight-V8
Tue Apr 13, 2021 5:18 pm
Forum: Electrical & Ignition Area
Topic: max timing for rover v8.....4.6
Replies: 6
Views: 3994

Re: max timing for rover v8.....4.6

here's, a pic of my full ignition table, i was just a bit worried i had too much timing......as ive not yet had it mapped......as vems tuning in the UK....is all but none existent...

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regards
scott
by Seight-V8
Mon Apr 12, 2021 6:26 pm
Forum: Electrical & Ignition Area
Topic: max timing for rover v8.....4.6
Replies: 6
Views: 3994

max timing for rover v8.....4.6

Hello all,

Anyone read the "tuning & modify the rover v8" book...by the lloyds....?

max timing for my 4.6 engine.....is said to be 26-28 deg @ 3000 rpm.......

I do have 26 at 104kpa and 36 deg @ 16kpa in my map at 3000rpm depending on map reading

Are my settings to much or ok?

thanks
scott
by Seight-V8
Fri Sep 11, 2020 5:17 pm
Forum: Engines Area
Topic: serp belt tension
Replies: 12
Views: 3818

Re: serp belt tension

sounds like that might work, i did some googling.... and came up with err6894. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Discovery-2-Range-P38-4-0-4-6-V8-98-04-Thor-AC-Air-Con-PAS-Steering-pump-Bracket/133454011608?hash=item1f127a9cd8:g:5j8AAOSwUHNe~NSe Does anyone know if this does bolt directly to the holes on t...
by Seight-V8
Fri Sep 11, 2020 7:28 am
Forum: Engines Area
Topic: serp belt tension
Replies: 12
Views: 3818

Re: serp belt tension

I've done some more work, found out the alternator wasn't directly in line with the water pump & crank pulley, as they belt looked a little frayed on one side so i've realigned it, will try it again later today. I do need to get more belt on the water pump pulley, but as i run the intermediate front...
by Seight-V8
Sat Aug 29, 2020 8:35 am
Forum: Engines Area
Topic: serp belt tension
Replies: 12
Views: 3818

serp belt tension

Hello all, Im struggling with some over heating problems, on my rover v8 4.6 westfield and I've noticed that the water pump pulley is slipping, unless i tighten the belt very tight, and that i dont have much contact on the pulley, due to the belt layout..... I am thinking might be best to get the sm...
by Seight-V8
Fri Aug 14, 2020 1:53 pm
Forum: Cooling Area
Topic: Cooling issues.
Replies: 29
Views: 9316

Re: Cooling issues.

has anyone used this thermostat from a TVR before....its not cheap i know...but you can put you own thermostat inside, where the LR one is not replaceable or servicable. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Upgraded-Thermostat-Housing-TVR-Cerbera-Fiat-SAAB/192709046124?epid=10025397731&hash=item2cde5aaf6c:g:F...
by Seight-V8
Sun Jul 26, 2020 12:09 am
Forum: Drivetrain & Transmission Area
Topic: New rear seal needed on T5 box
Replies: 10
Views: 6012

Re: New rear seal needed on T5 box

try here....should be the ones you need.

https://www.bearingkits.co.uk/FORD-SIER ... LS/224.htm

had mine rebuilt here.

https://www.gearboxman.co.uk/

they might be able to help also if your stuck.

regards
scott
by Seight-V8
Sun Jul 05, 2020 8:06 am
Forum: Cooling Area
Topic: electric water pump
Replies: 14
Views: 4818

electric water pump

Hello all, Been considering this for a while, whether or not to go electric water pump on my 4.6 v8 in a westfield. Im still getting 94-105degc on the hot days......i fitted the largest & biggest capacity rad fan that i could find last year, and made sure its snug to the rad.....so its now pulling w...
by Seight-V8
Sat Feb 08, 2020 9:25 am
Forum: Engines Area
Topic: engine tuner recommendations
Replies: 2
Views: 1616

engine tuner recommendations

hello all,

Finally looking to get my rover 4.6 v8 tuned in the UK, but as I run a VEMS ecu I am finding tuners difficult.

Anyone have any recommendations on where to start or who maybe able to help.

thanks
scott

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