johnnyfive Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 Please get well soon. We're here for you. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thousand Dollar Supercar Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 I need to source a V8 manual bellhousing, flywheel and the aforementioned small parts and in theory I should have everything I need. This will be your greatest trick, cos I believe you need an SD1 V8 manual bellhousing etc. I think other Rovers with the same engine and gearbox used different bellhousings. In my innocence, I expected exactly the opposite. Instead of a different bellhousing for every engine and for every different car featuring a given engine, I figured one bellhousing would be used to mate all Rover engines to the LT77 gearbox. Or at least all SD1 engines, because BL would have had the opportunity to design the new 6cyl motor with the same bolt pattern as the V8.. The bearded anorak weirdos on the SD1 forum burst my bubble (after they'd finished telling me to keep the car original). You've been having no difficulty acquiring SD1s left right and centre so far though. The parts will turn up! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Threeonthetree Posted November 29, 2015 Author Share Posted November 29, 2015 This will be your greatest trick, cos I believe you need an SD1 V8 manual bellhousing etc. I think other Rovers with the same engine and gearbox used different bellhousings. In my innocence, I expected exactly the opposite. Instead of a different bellhousing for every engine and for every different car featuring a given engine, I figured one bellhousing would be used to mate all Rover engines to the LT77 gearbox. Or at least all SD1 engines, because BL would have had the opportunity to design the new 6cyl motor with the same bolt pattern as the V8.. The bearded anorak weirdos on the SD1 forum burst my bubble (after they'd finished telling me to keep the car original). You've been having no difficulty acquiring SD1s left right and centre so far though. The parts will turn up!  Yes, this is the same as the Holdens that I have mucked around with for years. The bellhousing will be specific to either a six cylinder or a V8 engine, not both. I have found a Landrover discovery manual flywheel but will do a bit more research to see if it will work with the starter motors on the earlier carburetted 3.5 versions as opposed to the injected 3.9 that it was originally fitted to. I have also found a 3.5 V8 to LT77 manual bellhousing but it comes with the LT77 gearbox and a Land Rover transfer case. Again, I'm not too sure on how it will fit if indeed it does at all but I'll continue researching it. You'll have to come and take it for a spin once the V8 is in! (which could be quite some time tbh).  So my Series Two has the standard equipment front lower bumper which looks like this:   But the Vitesse models came with an improved front lower bumper airdam and rear spoiler. I'd like to fit both to my car eventually and make it look like this:   I have a 3500SE badge to replace the 2600SE badge on the rear panel and will also replace the 2600SE badges on the front guards which should really make it look the part. I don't like the standard exhausts on these though so I'll run something with a much more aggressive sound and probably exiting the rear in a much straighter fashion. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Threeonthetree Posted November 29, 2015 Author Share Posted November 29, 2015 Just checked and Rimmer Bros sell both the rear spoiler and the font airdam. Once it's been V8-ed I will probably buy and fit both. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GuyWithAviators Posted November 30, 2015 Share Posted November 30, 2015 Have you seen the three cars under ripped tarps on a drive way half way up Pakuranga Road? The one closest to the road looks to be a Vanden Plas Badged SDI. They've been there a long time, might be worth checking out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fletch Posted November 30, 2015 Share Posted November 30, 2015 here are a pair of p76 v8's. I could pickup and store in new plymouth if you purchase  http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-accessories/vintage-parts/engines/auction-988213166.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Threeonthetree Posted November 30, 2015 Author Share Posted November 30, 2015 Have you seen the three cars under ripped tarps on a drive way half way up Pakuranga Road? The one closest to the road looks to be a Vanden Plas Badged SDI. They've been there a long time, might be worth checking out.  Yes! I've driven past them numerous times but they haven't crossed my mind in the time that I've owned mine. Might be time for me to turn up in my SD1 and hopefully get some more information about them.  here are a pair of p76 v8's. I could pickup and store in new plymouth if you purchase  http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-accessories/vintage-parts/engines/auction-988213166.htm  Cheers! I was looking at those. I would love to go down the P76 4.4 Litre engine route but I'm just worried about the cost. Many parts in the 4.4 litre version are specific to that engine and most P76 V8s seem to be in horrible condition and quite expensive. But if I can get them for a good deal then they're worth pulling down, inspecting and either rebuilding or putting under the bench for a rainy day. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampo Posted November 30, 2015 Share Posted November 30, 2015 Wow dude love your work getting an OS coupe so cheap. And that you love a car that many would dismiss. Wondering if I could pick up a car through you at the auctions or through Zebra dude one day... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KKtrips Posted November 30, 2015 Share Posted November 30, 2015 This is the obvious solution... Â http://dellowconversions.com.au/product/rover-v8-3-5l-4l-4-6l-to-powerglide-bellhousing-2/ Â Also if it helps that bellhousing covers the 3.5, 4.0 and 4.6 RV8 motors so should be the same in factory bellhousings too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KKtrips Posted November 30, 2015 Share Posted November 30, 2015 Also give Paul Walbran a ring - 09-817 8194Â see if he has any leads on an SD1 bellhousing Alternatively ring Ross Calgher a ring and ask the same - 06-754 6582 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyingbrick Posted November 30, 2015 Share Posted November 30, 2015 This is the obvious solution... http://dellowconversions.com.au/product/rover-v8-3-5l-4l-4-6l-to-powerglide-bellhousing-2/ Also if it helps that bellhousing covers the 3.5, 4.0 and 4.6 RV8 motors so should be the same in factory bellhousings too. Do these rover 8's make enough power to warrant a stronger trans? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KKtrips Posted November 30, 2015 Share Posted November 30, 2015 It's not the strength that I would be concerned with. It's getting parts that is the problem. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaMpylobacter Posted November 30, 2015 Share Posted November 30, 2015 I saw an SD1 on my way home today that had so much stuff in the boot that it was on bumps at the back. Thought of you, Jim 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thousand Dollar Supercar Posted November 30, 2015 Share Posted November 30, 2015 ...the Vitesse models came with an improved front lower bumper airdam I've never been much of a fan of that. It looks so simplistic and chunky that it could almost be home-made, and it sets you up for a different body width / ground clearance / profile of the side of the car which doesn't eventuate, because there are no side skirts etc. Just the standard black painted sills. So the look just stops dead after the front wheels.. I don't like the standard exhausts on these though so I'll run something with a much more aggressive sound and probably exiting the rear in a much straighter fashion. Yes, this you may do. Â This is the obvious solution... Â http://dellowconversions.com.au/product/rover-v8-3-5l-4l-4-6l-to-powerglide-bellhousing-2/ The obvious solution is not to convert a manual car to a 2-speed auto. That's the last resort. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KKtrips Posted November 30, 2015 Share Posted November 30, 2015 The obvious solution is not to convert a manual car to a 2-speed auto. That's the last resort. Powerglide is no ordinary 2 speed auto though... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Threeonthetree Posted November 30, 2015 Author Share Posted November 30, 2015 http://www.syncrogearboxes.com/land-rover-lt77-gearbox-oil-change/ Â http://www.rimmerbros.co.uk/SubCategory--Rover-SD1--m-3258 Â Â The car is off for its last filming mission today. Then the V8ing can begin. Â Thanks K-trips I'll get in touch with those jokers and see if they can help me out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thousand Dollar Supercar Posted December 1, 2015 Share Posted December 1, 2015 http://www.rimmerbros.co.uk/SubCategory--Rover-SD1--m-3258 Look at all those random pieces that can be purchased! Warp-o-matic instrument binnacle top covers, crumbly steering column bushes, randomly sticking electric window mechanisms, headlamp switches with the smoke still in them... *mind blown* 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h4nd Posted December 1, 2015 Share Posted December 1, 2015 Yes! I've driven past them numerous times but they haven't crossed my mind in the time that I've owned mine. Might be time for me to turn up in my SD1 and hopefully get some more information about them. Â Â Cheers! I was looking at those. I would love to go down the P76 4.4 Litre engine route but I'm just worried about the cost. Many parts in the 4.4 litre version are specific to that engine and most P76 V8s seem to be in horrible condition and quite expensive. But if I can get them for a good deal then they're worth pulling down, inspecting and either rebuilding or putting under the bench for a rainy day. Â Â I have an uncle with a P76 in a jetboat, which is ok on 7 cylinders. He's going to change the whole setup, If'n you need the rest, I could put you in touch. It's unclear yet how bad the engine is, he's reluctant to pull it down, could go either way. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Threeonthetree Posted December 2, 2015 Author Share Posted December 2, 2015 I have an uncle with a P76 in a jetboat, which is ok on 7 cylinders. He's going to change the whole setup, If'n you need the rest, I could put you in touch. It's unclear yet how bad the engine is, he's reluctant to pull it down, could go either way. If he's selling the P76 engine then I am very interested! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tim13 Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 I thought the p38 4.6 would be cheaper/easier/better than the old 4.4 these days ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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