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paulsv8manta wrote:Hi guys the gearbox is a LT77 Serial number 19A111551G.

Push the stick down, left and forward

Are you sure this isn't a casting number - cast into the side of the block.

The engine number is usually found stamped into the top of the block on the left hand side between the two centre cylinders.

have a look here for info on RV8 engine numbers http://www.rimmerbros.co.uk/content--na ... ne-Numbers

Your engine was originally fitted to an SD1 with an auto box. The compression ratio was 9.35 : 1

The CR should be stamped near to the engine number

I'm sure a saw a certain Capri - mad Tony C on "Thunder Cars" on Quest this morning

It keeps the RV8 running cooler which may be an issue when it is in custom/kit cars with limited engine bay space or limited airflow

Thank you kindly

Which bits have you changed your mind on Pete?

Just so i can update my copies for when i finally get around to building my engine

Your query was posted a little while ago but since there has been no response - does this diagram help? [/url]https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=oil+flow+in+rover+v8&espv=2&biw=1280&bih=845&tbm=isch&imgil=tbBOszpbJuPmuM%253A%253BZaVDnCMiqqGuuM%253Bhttp%25253A%25252F%25252Fwww.roversd1.info%25252F3500...

sounds much like the other brand then.

I have been offered a set of Bearmach crank bearings for a RV8 4.6 at a good price..

I am aware that Britpart bearings should be avoided at all costs but does anyone have any comments about Bearmach?

I have used these guys for years

http://thanetenginecentre.co.uk/

He's one of the good ones

sidecar wrote:I don't run with a windage tray on my 4.6, I've heard the the 3.5 one ends up so close to the crank that any oil on the tray gets wipped up by the crank which is sort of the opposite of what you want to happen.

Thanks Pete

Good news - thanks Chris