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- Sat Sep 25, 2021 4:47 pm
- Forum: Cooling Area
- Topic: Rover V8 cooling layouts
- Replies: 7
- Views: 6927
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 ...
- Sat Sep 25, 2021 9:28 am
- Forum: Cooling Area
- Topic: Rover V8 cooling layouts
- Replies: 7
- Views: 6927
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........
- Thu Aug 12, 2021 6:20 am
- Forum: Cooling Area
- Topic: Rover V8 cooling layouts
- Replies: 7
- Views: 6927
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...
- Sat Aug 07, 2021 11:36 am
- Forum: Cooling Area
- Topic: Rover V8 cooling layouts
- Replies: 7
- Views: 6927
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...
- Sat Jul 24, 2021 6:39 am
- Forum: Cooling Area
- Topic: GEMS thermostat
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2378
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 ...
- Sun Apr 18, 2021 7:38 am
- Forum: Electrical & Ignition Area
- Topic: max timing for rover v8.....4.6
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4587
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...
- Tue Apr 13, 2021 5:18 pm
- Forum: Electrical & Ignition Area
- Topic: max timing for rover v8.....4.6
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4587
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...
![Image](https://i.vgy.me/NoFOUf.jpg)
regards
scott
![Image](https://i.vgy.me/NoFOUf.jpg)
regards
scott
- Mon Apr 12, 2021 6:26 pm
- Forum: Electrical & Ignition Area
- Topic: max timing for rover v8.....4.6
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4587
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
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
- Fri Sep 11, 2020 5:17 pm
- Forum: Engines Area
- Topic: serp belt tension
- Replies: 12
- Views: 4064
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...
- Fri Sep 11, 2020 7:28 am
- Forum: Engines Area
- Topic: serp belt tension
- Replies: 12
- Views: 4064
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...
- Sat Aug 29, 2020 8:35 am
- Forum: Engines Area
- Topic: serp belt tension
- Replies: 12
- Views: 4064
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...
- Fri Aug 14, 2020 1:53 pm
- Forum: Cooling Area
- Topic: Cooling issues.
- Replies: 29
- Views: 10868
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...
- Sun Jul 26, 2020 12:09 am
- Forum: Drivetrain & Transmission Area
- Topic: New rear seal needed on T5 box
- Replies: 10
- Views: 7103
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
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
- Sun Jul 05, 2020 8:06 am
- Forum: Cooling Area
- Topic: electric water pump
- Replies: 14
- Views: 5626
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...
- Sat Feb 08, 2020 9:25 am
- Forum: Engines Area
- Topic: engine tuner recommendations
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1713
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
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