Gary is technically correct. The rover v8 started out as the olds 215
rocket v8 in the early 60's and was licensed to rover which then was known
as the rover v8 and was put in the TR8. So the basis is actually american
with english modifications over the years/
----- Original Message -----
From: "csx2282" <csx2282@sonic.net>
To: <garywinblad@comcast.net>
Cc: "tigers" <tigers@autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, September 02, 2010 10:16 AM
Subject: Re: [Tigers] It's all Steve Laifman's fault
> Close Gary, but no banana!
>
> The TR8 engine is a British Rover 3.5L fuel injected V8. My son still has
the
> car, though his year old twin sons currently take fun priority.
>
> And sorta back on topic, the 306HP Hi-Po setup includes a high rise intake
> manifold with a Model 4150C ( R-3259_1 AAS) 715 CFM four barrel.
>
> Roland
> ----- Original Message -----
>
> Not many know this but:
> Roland's son is a real chip off the ol block.. he has (or had?) a
> british sports car with american V8. Poor kids now adays can't
> have a magnificent Tiger or Cobra, he has a TR8, STILL a
> GREAT car!!
>
> Gary
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