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by Minty
Fri Dec 16, 2016 10:19 am
Forum: 4WD, from pre-production to latest RR
Topic: Any Recurring L405 RR Problems...???
Replies: 1
Views: 14492

Any Recurring L405 RR Problems...???

Hi guys, I have an 3.0ltr L405 that's just about to come to the end of its LR warranty period... :( Its been really good and whilst I'm pretty happy with my dealer, I recently asked if they could tell me of any 'recurring faults' that effect the 3.0ltr diesels or L405's in general that I could check...
by Minty
Thu Dec 15, 2016 2:29 pm
Forum: Rover 75, the latest and last
Topic: I've just bought one!
Replies: 1
Views: 16059

I've just bought one!

Hi guys, I just thought I'd let you know that I'm now the proud owner of a beatiful, 2004 Rover 75 Contemporary-SE 2.5 Auto in Silver, as of yesterday! Its a great compliment to my '38 12HP and my two Range Rovers! :) Just gotta get it registered with the club now... Regards to all and seasons great...
by Minty
Tue Sep 13, 2016 10:18 pm
Forum: I want and I 've got..
Topic: Pre-War Rover 12 or 14HP Wanted.
Replies: 0
Views: 2181

Pre-War Rover 12 or 14HP Wanted.

Hello Folks, A good friend of mine has asked me to try to find him a 1937-39 model Rover - either 12hp or 14hp in good, usable condition...Ideally, he has around £8k to spend...If anyone has such a car, or knows of someone who wants to sell one urgently, please let me know! You can PM me on here or ...
by Minty
Tue Apr 12, 2016 10:08 am
Forum: Wilks' cars P1 and P2, thats cars up to 1947
Topic: Combined Oil-Pressure & Temperature Gauge Wanted...
Replies: 2
Views: 2964

Re: Combined Oil-Pressure & Temperature Gauge Wanted...

Hi,

Funnily enough, I visited Mike yesterday sir - unfortunately, he only has two left...both of which he needs himself!

Thanks for trying to help though fella, it's very much appreciated! :)

Kind Regards - Guy.
by Minty
Mon Apr 11, 2016 11:59 pm
Forum: Meetings, Rallies and Events
Topic: Drive it Day at Bicester Heritage 24th April
Replies: 2
Views: 3474

Re: Drive it Day at Bicester Heritage 24th April

Hi Mike,

I've bought 4x tickets, so fingers crossed - I'll see you there! 8-)

Regards,

Guy.
by Minty
Mon Apr 11, 2016 8:57 pm
Forum: RSR Discussion
Topic: Any RSR History for JT 9678?
Replies: 2
Views: 5734

Re: Any RSR History for JT 9678?

Hello Andrew, Before reading your reply to this thread, I sent you a PM asking for any known history - Sorry! :oops: However, in the PM I also added as much of the cars known history as I have - Eg: Supplying Rover Dealership when new, (E Childs & Son's - Sherborne) registration & delivery dates, se...
by Minty
Mon Apr 11, 2016 7:50 pm
Forum: Wilks' cars P1 and P2, thats cars up to 1947
Topic: Combined Oil-Pressure & Temperature Gauge Wanted...
Replies: 2
Views: 2964

Combined Oil-Pressure & Temperature Gauge Wanted...

Hello all, I'm after buying a combined Oil-Pressure & Temperature Gauge for a PRE-WAR P2 please, if anyone has one going spare...??? I learnt today that the pre-war version of the gauge has WHITE lettering for the upper 'Oil-Pressure' section and GREEN for the lower 'Temperature' Section - however, ...
by Minty
Mon Apr 11, 2016 7:37 pm
Forum: Wilks' cars P1 and P2, thats cars up to 1947
Topic: '38 12-HP Distributor...
Replies: 4
Views: 3551

Re: '38 12-HP Distributor...

Many Thanks for the reply and info Luli - its very much appreciated! 8-) Tony - Re: your request mate...I've been in-touch with with a guy on ebay - who goes by the user-name 'Simon-BBC' He makes electronic ignition kits (and has supplied me with a few now and they've all been great!) he said that i...
by Minty
Sun Apr 10, 2016 2:50 pm
Forum: Wilks' cars P1 and P2, thats cars up to 1947
Topic: '38 12-HP Distributor...
Replies: 4
Views: 3551

'38 12-HP Distributor...

Hello all, I just wondered if anyone could tell me which model/type of Lucas distributor my '38 Rover 12 is fitted with please? I ask, as I'd like to fit a basic electronic ignition kit instead of the points/condenser etc - only, I have them fitted to a few of my other classics and I've always been ...
by Minty
Sun Apr 03, 2016 1:02 pm
Forum: Wilks' cars P1 and P2, thats cars up to 1947
Topic: '38 12HP Wandering Steering...Any Idea's Why???
Replies: 5
Views: 4335

Re: '38 12HP Wandering Steering...Any Idea's Why???

Hi Mike, It was lovely to chat with you the other evening sir - and everything's been duly noted ;-) I fitted some new rear shock-absorber rubbers on Friday evening (a pig of a job!) and after (re)adjusting the tyre pressures, she's driving an awful lot better now - indeed, I even opened her up last...