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by map1275
Fri Feb 06, 2009 10:04 pm
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: wear of carbs
Replies: 12
Views: 7030

After 120 000 KM and 25 years I'd be expecting to pull the carbs apart. If this was an SU I would certainly be expecting new jet and needle if I had to get it to run precisely.
by map1275
Fri Feb 06, 2009 9:59 pm
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: wear of carbs
Replies: 12
Views: 7030

Do you have a copy of the actual specs? Otherwise download a copy of the manual from this site. Timing will effect the emissions. My car is somewhere around TDC at 'X' rpm with vac disconnected. Are you looking at a generic test reading, or the one specified for your model? If the engine hasn't run ...
by map1275
Thu Feb 05, 2009 11:46 pm
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: wear of carbs
Replies: 12
Views: 7030

The needle is spring loaded to allow for easy centring in the jet. Downside of this is that it wears the jet and needle out quicker than a fixed needle. Chronic problem with SU's from 1970's onwards.
by map1275
Thu Feb 05, 2009 11:43 pm
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: wear of carbs
Replies: 12
Views: 7030

Actually 10% doesn't sound too bad. I assume you have checked Rover specs as opposed to looking at a generic reading. My car is 6% + or - 1%. Erratic/high idle and possibly running lean: throttle shaft wear can be assessed by physically trying to rock the shafts from outside. The Solex has stem seal...
by map1275
Tue Feb 03, 2009 10:49 pm
Forum: Sales and Wants
Topic: California Stage One for sale
Replies: 7
Views: 5610

I know how daunting the problems can be. I still occasionally have to deal with ex USA cars and from other countries that arrive in Australia and have to get registered. The Federal system plus the State system.... Though I was always in awe at the scrap yard refugee Minis and Mokes that were being ...
by map1275
Tue Feb 03, 2009 12:27 am
Forum: Sales and Wants
Topic: California Stage One for sale
Replies: 7
Views: 5610

So with the exception of running on unleaded petrol and a catalyst, you require an Australian specification Stage One? Air injection, EGR and evaporative loss control as standard. I understand the sealed room test. Even the slowly decomposing plastic trim effects the results. However you may well fi...
by map1275
Sun Feb 01, 2009 7:25 am
Forum: Sales and Wants
Topic: stage 1 at Nene
Replies: 9
Views: 6116

I don't see the 5000 Sterling myself, but Americans aren't always looking for what the rest of us are. If you compare it to what you can buy in Australia for under 2000 Sterling, you've still got 3000 to blow on a cosmetic tart up and get to keep all the wiring inside the dash. Especially if you are...
by map1275
Sun Jan 25, 2009 11:17 pm
Forum: Sales and Wants
Topic: and another one on the Bay of fleas
Replies: 2
Views: 2627

Yes, this was in one of the Land-Rover magazines ages ago. I thought they said it was already sold to the States back then.

Obviously not too much of a bargain. Or if it is really a good car, we now know what the ceiling price is for a Stage One.
by map1275
Sat Jan 24, 2009 1:19 am
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: Mallory dizzy for 3.5 V8 engine
Replies: 20
Views: 12339

Download the NZ army parts list from this site. Your car probably has a custom made NZ Army affair based on a Mallory. You can however buy a choice of Mallory distributors from Mallory or their NZ agent (not played with ones) for the V8, either points or electronic. Grab any Land-Rover magazine at y...
by map1275
Tue Jan 20, 2009 10:29 pm
Forum: Sales and Wants
Topic: Another ebay Stage 1 (sort of)
Replies: 2
Views: 2424

What are the hydraulics referred to? Brakes maybe?
by map1275
Tue Jan 20, 2009 3:21 am
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: Difflock actuator converision
Replies: 2
Views: 2737

I agree. Even if the diaphragm has died, they are otherwise simple and reliable. To go mechanical you will have to hook up a push/pull lever or cable system. Plus the adaptor to replace the diaphragm and seal the box. Something like the underslung PTO operating cable. But possibly with one cable for...
by map1275
Sun Jan 18, 2009 9:14 pm
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: FUEL STARVATION PROB'S
Replies: 5
Views: 3938

All of the above.

Though if you haven't twigged, the car five fuel filters.

Strainer at the tip of the fuel pick-up.
Filter in the base of the pump.
Paper element filter under the air cleaner.
Micro filters on each needle and seat inside the carbs.
by map1275
Sun Jan 18, 2009 8:48 am
Forum: Sales and Wants
Topic: Stage 1 v8 in NZ
Replies: 11
Views: 6379

I clicked on the 'more stuff you may like' link and there was a selection of nice ex-army Stage Ones. Though all very expensive.
by map1275
Sun Jan 18, 2009 5:32 am
Forum: Sales and Wants
Topic: Stage 1 v8 in NZ
Replies: 11
Views: 6379

Thanks,
I've just downloaded an electronic copy of the parts list. By this I should be using the later type. But as I have an Australian assembled car, almost anything is possible. I will have to compare with the 110 list to see which part carries over.
by map1275
Sat Jan 17, 2009 10:07 pm
Forum: Sales and Wants
Topic: Stage 1 v8 in NZ
Replies: 11
Views: 6379

Thanks, my book only lists the one.

Are there two different elements?