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41. Re: HP ignition systems (score: 1)
Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>
Date: Sat, 26 Feb 2000 23:53:56 -0500
The GM HEI dizzy will cause an interference problem with the intake manifold. It can be fixed by removing materiel from the intake & using a tork head bolt from a Buick V-6, but be careful, you are c
/html/buick-rover-v8/2000-02/msg00069.html (7,452 bytes)

42. Re: BOP 215 Hydraulic lifters (score: 1)
Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>
Date: Sat, 26 Feb 2000 23:55:28 -0500
Why an interchange? I am not aware of any problems with the 215 lifters. Jim
/html/buick-rover-v8/2000-02/msg00070.html (6,664 bytes)

43. Re: 215 V8 (score: 1)
Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>
Date: Sat, 08 Jan 2000 19:42:47 -0500
All the rover valve covers will fit, as will the period Offenhaeuser Valve covers that are still available new, & of course, used. Olds valve covers do not work, later Buick covers do not work. For
/html/buick-rover-v8/2000-01/msg00004.html (7,645 bytes)

44. Re: Engine Clean Up (score: 1)
Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>
Date: Mon, 20 Dec 1999 23:00:39 -0500
My plans for the current project car include Jet Hot for the RV8 manifolds, powder coating for the intake & valve covers. I have a Carter 500 cfm that has been powder coated. Consider re-routing the
/html/buick-rover-v8/1999-12/msg00008.html (8,199 bytes)

45. Re: 300 head opinions (score: 1)
Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>
Date: Mon, 01 Nov 1999 23:51:06 -0500
The 300 heads will lower your compression to about 8.00 : 1, fine if you are running a supercharger or only have 82 octane gas to burn. They also have a larger combustion chamber diameter than the 21
/html/buick-rover-v8/1999-11/msg00004.html (7,360 bytes)

46. Re: Offy Valve covers / price (score: 1)
Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>
Date: Thu, 18 Nov 1999 18:51:49 -0500
D & D's price list, current this summer, shows Offy valve covers for $200.00 USD. Be sure to specify the BUICK version, the Olds type will not fit Rover heads. Jim Stuart
/html/buick-rover-v8/1999-11/msg00034.html (7,939 bytes)

47. Re: What's a T-5 worth? (score: 1)
Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>
Date: Wed, 24 Nov 1999 20:12:03 -0500
Kris & Bill I am curious about the application- 4.2 L V-6. This will probably have different gearing than the V-8 version, not in your best interest with the power to weight ratio you should expect.
/html/buick-rover-v8/1999-11/msg00042.html (10,002 bytes)

48. Re: What's a T-5 worth? (score: 1)
Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>
Date: Thu, 25 Nov 1999 00:52:15 -0500
You do not want a tranny from an S-10, the shift lever is in the wrong place. need a Camero tranny, & only the V-8 will give you the 2.95 1st gear. You will have to make/buy a simple adapter for the
/html/buick-rover-v8/1999-11/msg00049.html (7,890 bytes)

49. Re: Dots on big end bearing caps/ manuals (score: 1)
Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>
Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 21:33:09 -0400
A really excellent manual for dis-assembly & overhaul of the Rover V-8 is the "Workshop Manual Supplement MGB GT V8". This is part # AKD 8468 Austin Morris Group- British Leyland- Service & KD Divisi
/html/buick-rover-v8/1999-10/msg00024.html (8,345 bytes)

50. Re: Bellhousings... (score: 1)
Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>
Date: Fri, 22 Oct 1999 17:46:49 -0400
Just about any Chevy 4 or 5 speed from 70's or earlier(?) through the Camero T-5 5-speed 1984 through 1992. The T-5 is the most common swap tranny at this time. The later T-56 6-speed will work, but
/html/buick-rover-v8/1999-10/msg00048.html (11,990 bytes)

51. Re: 63 buick bellhousing (score: 1)
Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>
Date: Mon, 25 Oct 1999 19:24:51 -0400
Yes, Dan is selling one, I bought the steel one he used as a pattern, & yes, you can modify a Dual path, done it. Easier to just buy the fiberglass, unless you happen to have a Dual path sitting arou
/html/buick-rover-v8/1999-10/msg00057.html (8,611 bytes)

52. Re: 3.9 with Costello F.I. worth? (score: 1)
Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>
Date: Sat, 04 Sep 1999 17:41:03 -0400
If I am buying, $2500.00 US, probably more if I was selling. Consider that an offer. Jim
/html/buick-rover-v8/1999-09/msg00006.html (6,802 bytes)

53. Re: V8 oil pump thoughts (score: 1)
Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>
Date: Wed, 08 Sep 1999 20:44:18 -0400
THE Buick 215 expert is Dan @ D & D Fabrications 810 798 2491. He has the experience, building hundreds of 215's from mild to extreme. He has never given me bad advice or sold me parts that were not
/html/buick-rover-v8/1999-09/msg00013.html (9,294 bytes)

54. Re: Timing/distributor problems (score: 1)
Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>
Date: Fri, 10 Sep 1999 18:55:18 -0400
Buick dizzys are only direct replacements in engines equipped with Buick oil pumps ( at least the gears & shaft) which usually means a Buick front cover. Buick dizzys can be modified to work on your
/html/buick-rover-v8/1999-09/msg00015.html (8,667 bytes)

55. Re: (no subject) (score: 1)
Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>
Date: Thu, 16 Sep 1999 18:05:18 -0400
Never tried it, bu it is going to really change the angle of the carb Be careful of the float levels. Lets consider the lowly water pump & radiator in this flow chart also. Jim Stuart..
/html/buick-rover-v8/1999-09/msg00021.html (6,790 bytes)

56. Re: Rover 3.9 oil pressure (score: 1)
Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>
Date: Sun, 01 Aug 1999 10:28:22 -0400
My engine idles 10-15 lbs hot, 40-50 hot & 2000 rpm. The spring originally furnished in the high volume oil pump kit had the oil pressures too high, changed it for an old Buick spring I had. Rule of
/html/buick-rover-v8/1999-08/msg00000.html (6,523 bytes)

57. Re: Jet coating, cooling, cameras (score: 1)
Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>
Date: Wed, 04 Aug 1999 20:45:45 -0400
I haven't actually gotten to the point of having my headers coated yet, they are the MGR style & I want to fit & cut the inner fenders before coating. I will do the Jet-Hot deal, based on what I hav
/html/buick-rover-v8/1999-08/msg00004.html (8,899 bytes)

58. Re: 3.5 V8 manifold (score: 1)
Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>
Date: Thu, 12 Aug 1999 18:02:16 -0400
Well, we finally found someone who knows Holley carbs, thanks, Dan, for all the info. I will be saving this one. The simplest carb around would be the Carter 9510, since the 9410 is long out of produ
/html/buick-rover-v8/1999-08/msg00012.html (14,373 bytes)

59. Re: 3.5 V8 manifold (score: 1)
Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>
Date: Fri, 13 Aug 1999 17:42:40 -0400
The Carter 400 was a great carb, very suitable for many V-6's as well as small V-8's. Really a shame they stopped production. Jim Stuart
/html/buick-rover-v8/1999-08/msg00014.html (7,815 bytes)

60. Re: Mystery Transmission (score: 1)
Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>
Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 23:33:50 -0400
T-50 Vega 5-speed, I think. Jim Stuart
/html/buick-rover-v8/1999-07/msg00029.html (9,940 bytes)

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