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Hi all, a quick question, I couldn't see anything in search. What should the wheel nut torque be for a 1971 J reg mk2 V8 auto? Thanks. Phil.

It is with great disappointment I am having to sell my P6. I bought this as a non runner to replace another vehicle and have done lots to it to make it work.. Rebuilt the carbs, balanced the carbs, fitted an electric pump, replaced the water pump * rerouted the under bonnet fuel line ** It is...

I didn't know which section to post this so went for interior. My speedo rattles like something possessed. I think it is this that has had me fretting about my engine noises. Is there a fix for this?

Something unforseen happenned towards the end of last week which I won't bore you with but it involves potential unemployment. What would my 71 J reg 3500 auto be worth in a sale? Best described as running, taxed and mot'd seems solid but I'm no expert, doors need repairing and a respray. This...

Hi, when was the series 2 launched and what was the first series 2 chassis number? Reason I ask is a few people now have seemed suprised when I have rang up for parts for my series 2 J reg..

Hi, Can anyone please advise of a source of an alternator that I won't need a remortgage for? I have already spent about £500 on it this month alone! I don't begrudge it this spending, it is old I was just hoping I could spread the cost a bit more than all at once!

Is this acceptable, hot engine at idle. At 1500rpm

Firstly, sorry for keeping on posting new threads. I filled up with fuel earlier, to the brim purely by mistake. About 2 minutes after leaving the forecourt my car lost all power like it was being starved of fuel. When I stopped where I could find somewhere safe, the problem vanished! Can...

Hi, I have just got off the phone from Simon BBC after enquiring about an electronic ignition kit. He says I would need to replace the entire distributor. Is there any other option available to me?

Hi, what oil should I put in my V8? I thought 20w50 but the sticker on the slam panel says 10w30?? Surely not?!

Hi, just sat here pondering, was build quality consistant throughout Rover P6 production? At a first glance, my P6 seems quite solid but I guess they all do, don't they?!

Hi, my P6 is for daily use and although I want it to look nice, keeping it protected is more important. My inner wings have surface rust breaking through but are still solid. What is the best thing to do? I don't want to take the engine out in honesty! Would you paint it with a brush then once...

Hi I need a master cylinder for my v8 p6 if anyone can help. :)

Hi, are there any likely problems I might run into replacing the seals in my master cylinder? The last thing I want to do is take it apart and replace the seals only for it to leak everywhere! Is it as simple as replacing the seals and cleaning the bore?

Hi, the leather in my car is quite good, although it is quite hard. I was going to feed it with some conditioner but am unsure what the best to use is that won't stain it, any recomendations? It is black leather. :) Thanks, Phil.

Anyone on here? I'm sure you said you have a 3500S? Anyway, Hi. :D

Hi, what oil goes in my autobox? Is synthetic ok or must it be mineral? How much does it hold? 1971 series 2 v8.

Hi, after all the work I did to get my P6 running, I had an old retired BL mechanic come around to set up my carbs, ignition etc. It goes like a rocket now, it is amazingly quick. The only thing is, now when I come to a junction and stop fairly quickly it stalls. Its like it doesn't get into...

Hi, this happens intermittantly when braking. It sounds like its coming from the rear but it may be transmitting. It is very loud and quite alarming. Braking effort isn't affected. Nothing seems loose and the discs are nice and shiny. 71 J reg, V8 auto.

Hi, could someone let me have the paint code for almond please? I need to get a bit from halfords.

Hi, what do you do? Wire brush, paint with zinc primer? This is all out of sight stuff. A little bit under the carpet and the wells under the back seat. It is all solid with no holes so seems pointless cutting it all out just because it's started to go rusty.

Hi, I'm trying to get the water pump off and as I guessed, the bolts are corroded in. One has snapped. Any tricks for getting them out without snapping anymore? I am using wd40 and plus gas.

Hi, my newly aquired v8 cuts out after about a minutes driving. Leave to cool for five mins and it fires up like nothing has happenned. I have tonight replaced the coil, rebuilt the carbs replaced the fuel. The blokes who bought it after a 10 year lay up have fitted an electric fuel pump to...

Hi, I know this is probably a stupid thing to ask having just purchased a V8.. What MPG do you guys get out of your V8's, and other varients for that matter.. What modifications can be made to increase MPG? For me, I don't mind if performance suffers, as long as reliability doesn't. I was...

Hi, I am desperate for a set of P6 V8 carbs. Can anybody help?