Where to find the engine number on a Range Rover?
On V8s it can be seen by looking down between number 2 and 3 exhaust outlets on the left hand (dipstick) side. Serial number location on 4 cylinder (arrowed) Serial number location on V8 (head removed) 10Gxxxxxx Series III petrol 3528cc V8 10Hxxxxxx 90/110 petrol 2286cc 8:1 CR
What kind of distributor does a Rover V8 use?
The latest generation of Rover V8 engines have no distributor at all, the system uses magnetic trigger from the flywheel and, with 8 separate coils, is the ultimate in spark management. The ‘Gems’ type also uses the vehicle’s own ECU to provide the perfect timing advance mapped to the engine’s load and cruise driving requirements.
What kind of spark AMP do I need for a V8 engine?
Distributor output is known to be weak so upgrading with our Spark amp is recommended. (see below). Replace plug leads, preferably with Magnecor. Use good quality Plugs such as NGK BP6ES, avoid fancy plugs as they don’t normally last long.
What should the plug gap be on a V8 engine?
Use good quality Plugs such as NGK BP6ES, avoid fancy plugs as they don’t normally last long. Setting up and checking for problems. .Being sure of TDC position with regard to crank-indicated timing mark is a must. Plug gap needs to be 0.8mm – 0.9mm. Don’t use resistor plugs and suppressed leads together.
Where is the engine number on a Rover V8?
The engine number of most Rover V8s is stamped on the left hand side of the block deck, adjacent to the dipstick tube, although some very early engines had the number stamped on the bellhousing flange at the rear of the block.
The latest generation of Rover V8 engines have no distributor at all, the system uses magnetic trigger from the flywheel and, with 8 separate coils, is the ultimate in spark management. The ‘Gems’ type also uses the vehicle’s own ECU to provide the perfect timing advance mapped to the engine’s load and cruise driving requirements.
When did the Rover V8 engine come out?
We have included a reference chart of Rover V8 engine numbers from 1970 onwards, which will help you to identify the engine fitted to your vehicle.
Why is the spark plug not working on my V8?
1. EFi’s earth strap at rear of engine can corrode, leading to false readings in the system and possibly poor running, starting and idling. 2. Combustion chamber’s squish effect shoots the mixture at the spark plug from the side. Multi-electrode plugs shroud the spark and don’t work so well in this engine.