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    SU carburetor model number.

    I am looking for the right P/NO for the twin carburetors fitted to a 1951 P4 cyclops 90, so as to order some kits for refurbishing these units. thanks again for any information. regards Derrick.
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    cone ball in the hinges on a P3/75.

    Which is the right way up for these cones to be fitted. i am replacing all the door hinges hard ware. as i was progressing with the change over i found one side had them fitted with the dome section down and the other side with the dome section fitted upwards. can some one advise on the correct...
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    Reverse control rod on a P3/75 1949.

    I have just replaced the bracket for the engine rear support complete, the rubber portion which was oil cured and very soggy, and i noticed that the stop washer and the self locking nut on the bottom of the reverse control rod are missing. may be this is the cause of some difficulty in finding...
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    clearance specifications.

    Does any learned member know what the amount of clearance should be for the two (pad complete for engine rear mounting) Ref no 41 Part no 212423 in the P3 spare parts list. any advice would be appreciated. best regards Derrick. PS does this make sense.
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    clutch assembly.

    Is it possible to remove the clutch assembly from a P3/75 sedan with out removing the gearbox. awaiting any advice thanks in anticipation, best regards Derrick.Smith.
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    saddle like rubber support under gear box.

    Can this gear box mounting on the rover P3/75 be replaced from under the vehicle. awaiting replies from the learned forum members. best regards Derrick.Smith.
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    12volt coil.

    Does the rover 1949 P/3 75 have a standard coil or a resistor type. Thanks for any advice.Derrick. PS a merry christmas and a pleasant new year to all.
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    Solex carburettor model 30PAAI 2.

    WANTED above carburettor to fit a 1949 Rover P3/75 for parts to replace a damaged accelerator pump section. I am situated in Bundaberg Queensland .Thanking you learned people for any help on this matter. Regards Derrick Smith. (deckell)
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    Jet economy (60) part no T764.

    This jet in the accelerator pump complete is leaking and cannot be firmed down it appears that the thread is damaged. is their a helicoil fix for this problem or have some of you learned people got a repair suggestion. thanking you for all advice. regards Derrick.
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    semaphore/indicator.

    How do i go about removing the r/h semaphore. i think it needs some attention, i have rewired the unit, when activating it seems to have a short and a little smoke. any help on removing this would be appreciated.best regards Derrick.
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    SU fuel pump pressure

    my friend has a P4 cyclops and wants to purchase a new fuel pump, what pressure pump would he require.
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    High/low compression engines.

    How can i tell if i have a high or low compression engine in my 1949 P3/75 rover. Derrick.Smith.
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    P3/75 air cleaner/silencer.

    I notice my air silencer looks clogged and grotty, how would i go about cleaning this monster. could i cut the end off and remove the inside clean and then replace the filter element and reattach the end. any advice would be appreciated.regards Derrick.Smith.
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    suspect SU fuel pump.

    Hello, i am back to annoy you good folks for expert information. my problem at the moment seems to be fuel starvation, the motor runs perfectly for many miles then it starts to splutter and comes good again. when doing some basic tests all seems ok. i will attach another pump that i have on a...
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    Iridium spark plugs.

    Will i gain any advantage by fitting this type of plug in my 1949 Rover P3/75 sedan, would they burn a bit hotter and eliminate this soot deposit that i am encountering at the moment. i have NGK BP5ES in the vehicle now and the car runs ok but they soot up rather quickly . so i regularly...
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    brake adjuster on front wheels on a P3.

    I need some advice on keeping the adjuster in place. when i adjust the front brakes, then go for a run the adjuster on the r/hand side reverts back to where it was before adjusting. it appears that the adjuster is part of the backing plate i doubt if there would be any of these in reasonable...
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    travel of master cylinder piston on a 1949 P3/75.

    Can any one guide me as to how much travel the piston should have in the cylinder after the little bit of free travel has expired and the pressure is applied from the brake pedal to the piston. any advice would be greatly appreciated. best regards Derrick.Smith.
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    bleed screw on front brake cylinder P3/75.

    Is it possible to use a different bleed screw on these cylinders. in the parts listing it shows the screw with a concave bottom/seat with a small steel ball, these two items seem to be hard to find. any advice would be greatly appreciated.best regards Derrick.Smith.
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    Removal of temperature gauge and tube.

    Here i am again looking for advice, on how to remove the temperature/oil pressure gauge and the length of tube from my P3/75. will i have to thread it out through the dash and into the cab. if so what are the obstacles to look out for. thanking all in anticipation.Derrick.Smith.
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    Temperature gauge tube.

    My temperature gauge has now ceased to work. is there some type of fluid in this tube and if this is the problem is it possible to get it rejuvenated. any suggestions thanks in anticipation Derrick.Smith.
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    indicator pilot light in dash.

    I need some expert advice on how to hook up the above light in the dash in front of the driver. i am thinking it will be connected straight on to the flasher can but what sequence. the idea of having the light is that i cannot hear the clicking to know if it is working or not. the P3 has not...
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    reversing lights.

    Did all P3/75`s come out with reversing lights. as mine has a switch on the gear box but there is no sign of any lights or wires going in either lights or switch`s direction. although it shows in the wiring circuit diagram. thanks again Derrick.Smith (deckell)
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    charging and mixture/choke warning lights.

    How do i remove these lights from the instrument panel as they have what looks like some type of spring holding setup behind holding them in place. i would also like some information on the wiring set up on these two lights to get them back in working order.the wiring behind these lights have...
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    bulb holder on P3 headlights.

    Can some one with knowledge on the above lights give me the heads up on where does the guide or rudder pin on the bulb holder fit into which slot on the back of the light reflector, as i would assume it will have a bearing on the light pattern thanking you in anticipation. Derrick.Smith...
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