Clutch / Flywheel Shim Rover 3.5

[Cjhols]

Hi all,
I hope this is the correct area. Presently trying to attach my clutch to the fly wheel but have a question about the 2 shims/spacers that came off the auto. It's a Rover 3.5 SD1 that I'm converting to a manual. The question is do I actually need these shims/spacers for the manual box? They are only present in the auto box (see the Rimmers) https://rimmerbros.com/Item--i-GRID800028 item 12 and 10.
All the best,
Peter

[ChrisJC]

No. The flywheel goes straight onto the end of the crankshaft.

Don't forget there may not be a spigot bush in the end of the crankshaft if the engine was used in an auto before, so you'll have to add one.

Chris.

[Cjhols]

Thanks Chris,
Yes - I have a new bush. Do you know if you could test the engine with the clutch attached but not gearbox? or would the plate cause too many issues?
Thanks
Peter

[ChrisJC]

Definitely. I've run many an engine without a gearbox. Some with the clutch assembly fitted, and some with just the flywheel.

No issues there.

Chris.