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 Factory 3.5 V8 FEAD Setup |
trickster5000
 24th Jul 2022 9:09pm
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Forum: V8 · Replies: 18 · Views: 6885 · Subject: Factory 3.5 V8 FEAD Setup |
Thanks. I hadn't really considered that - was just after a low profile intake solution to make sure I had enough clearance when the bonnet goes on.
I've seen these filters used on a range of Rover ... |
| Factory 3.5 V8 FEAD Setup |
trickster5000
23rd Jul 2022 10:06pm
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Forum: V8 · Replies: 18 · Views: 6885 · Subject: Factory 3.5 V8 FEAD Setup |
An update on this thread - the engine's all in situ now using the RRC setup for the PAS pump and alternator and hasn't shown up any issues now the wings are in 
https://www.defender2.ne ... |
| 1989 Ninety CSW - Update: 8 cylinders |
trickster5000
23rd Jul 2022 10:01pm
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Forum: My Defender · Replies: 297 · Views: 132156 · Subject: 1989 Ninety CSW - Update: 8 cylinders |
Lot of progress in the last month, getting very close to having it back on the road 
Keeping it photo heavy and picking up from the last post -
Main wiring loom fed through and showed up in ... |
| Factory 3.5 V8 FEAD Setup |
trickster5000
6th Jun 2022 9:35am
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Forum: V8 · Replies: 18 · Views: 6885 · Subject: Factory 3.5 V8 FEAD Setup |
Lucas 16 or 18ACR is what the factory fitted.
Thanks!
Don't worry about the links, I think I'm going to chuck it all together using the parts/bracketry I got from the RRC setup for now, I can' ... |
| 1989 Ninety CSW - Update: 8 cylinders |
trickster5000
5th Jun 2022 10:04pm
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Forum: My Defender · Replies: 297 · Views: 132156 · Subject: 1989 Ninety CSW - Update: 8 cylinders |
Keeping up the momentum... continued harvesting bits off the old chassis to put on the new one, it has left a sad looking grave of the old chassis
https://www.defender2.net/gallery/albums/user ... |
| 1989 Ninety CSW - Update: 8 cylinders |
trickster5000
1st Jun 2022 8:27pm
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Forum: My Defender · Replies: 297 · Views: 132156 · Subject: 1989 Ninety CSW - Update: 8 cylinders |
Cheers all
More progress this week, got the new galvanised bulkhead painted with a primer coat and then arles blue over the top - nothing fancy, just using a compressor sprayer gun but ... |
| Factory 3.5 V8 FEAD Setup |
trickster5000
31st May 2022 8:11pm
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Forum: V8 · Replies: 18 · Views: 6885 · Subject: Factory 3.5 V8 FEAD Setup |
Yes thank you that is very useful, looks like I need to try and source that big 'tray' bracket (which looks like part number 8 on this diagram) and the correct alternator.
https://www.defender2.ne ... |
| Factory 3.5 V8 FEAD Setup |
trickster5000
31st May 2022 3:21pm
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Forum: V8 · Replies: 18 · Views: 6885 · Subject: Factory 3.5 V8 FEAD Setup |
Thanks, that bracket looks a bit more complex than just a bit of flat bar, I might need a rethink 
Can I be a pain and ask for also a slightly wider shot of the alternator showing the belt tens ... |
| Factory 3.5 V8 FEAD Setup |
trickster5000
31st May 2022 2:13pm
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Forum: V8 · Replies: 18 · Views: 6885 · Subject: Factory 3.5 V8 FEAD Setup |
Cheers yeah I've now got the engine in the chassis and can see there's actually loads of space between the steering box and the oil pump
Alternator bracket details would still be usefu ... |
| 1989 Ninety CSW - Update: 8 cylinders |
trickster5000
27th May 2022 8:30pm
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Forum: My Defender · Replies: 297 · Views: 132156 · Subject: 1989 Ninety CSW - Update: 8 cylinders |
Big update Lots of progress in the last 2 weeks
Got the engine and axles back to HQ:
https://www.defender2.net/gallery/albums/userpics/19542/normal_IMG_7460.jpg
https://www.defender2.net ... |
| V8 Conversion - Front & Rear Prop Shaft Length/Swapping |
trickster5000
26th May 2022 9:49pm
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Forum: V8 · Replies: 4 · Views: 2603 · Subject: V8 Conversion - Front & Rear Prop Shaft Length/Swapping |
I wondered about the same when I went from LT77 200tdi to V8 R380 as well! From memory the rear prop is about 9cm longer (61cm vs 70cm closed lengths).
You'll need to modify the seat box by the ha ... |
| V8 Conversion - Front & Rear Prop Shaft Length/Swapping |
trickster5000
26th May 2022 12:00pm
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Forum: V8 · Replies: 4 · Views: 2603 · Subject: V8 Conversion - Front & Rear Prop Shaft Length/Swapping |
Hi,
I'm currently doing a V8 conversion on my 90 with a new galv V8 chassis and Def V8 R380.
Previously the transfer box was mounted on the 4cyl/200tdi brackets, standalone from the gearbox cros ... |
| Factory 3.5 V8 FEAD Setup |
trickster5000
24th May 2022 6:53pm
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Forum: V8 · Replies: 18 · Views: 6885 · Subject: Factory 3.5 V8 FEAD Setup |
Yeah they're great cheers, I think I need to get hold of the tensioning bracket for the top mount of the alternator - how does the bottom bolt mount onto the block/head?
Also is the oil filter just ... |
| Factory 3.5 V8 FEAD Setup |
trickster5000
23rd May 2022 1:17pm
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Forum: V8 · Replies: 18 · Views: 6885 · Subject: Factory 3.5 V8 FEAD Setup |
| Ah perfect cheers, I'll drop you a message now |
| What Did You Do In Your Defender Today |
trickster5000
22nd May 2022 10:04pm
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Forum: My Defender · Replies: 20882 · Views: 8715672 · Subject: What Did You Do In Your Defender Today |
Although not technically in my Defender, a Defender was involved in the transportation - moved my V8 and axles back to HQ after spending the last few months rebuilding it all
https://www.defen ... |
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