Land
Rover Discovery V8 Engine
1989-1998 (Series 1) |
Page Contents

Introduction
Important
Notes
Engine
Definitions
Full
Engines - Standard
Full
Engines - Performance
Full
Engine Installation Kits
Short
Engines
Cylinder
Block Components
Sump
Pan/Oil Pick-Up & Dipstick
Crankshaft
Crankshaft
Pulley
Flywheel
& Driveplate
Pistons
Piston
Rings
Con
Rod
Oil
Pump & Filter
Oil
Cooler
Cylinder
Heads - Standard
Cylinder
Heads - Performance
Head
Gaskets
Cylinder
Head Bolts
Valves,
Guides & Springs
Rocker
Gear
Rocker
Covers
Camshaft
Camshaft
Components
Timing
Chain
Timing
Cover & Fittings


Long Engine
Built-up
block & cylinder heads assembly, including crank,
rods & pistons, valves, guides & springs (less
rocker gear), plus camshaft, followers & timing
gear.

Short Engine
Built-up
block assembly, comprising crank, rods & pistons.

Engine Cradles
All
engine assemblies are bolted to a steel cradle, for
ease of handling and to minimise the risk of damage
whilst in transit.
There
is a surcharge for the cradle, refundable on its
return. When returning an exchange engine, use the
cradle for sending the old unit back and we will then
refund both surcharges together.
Full
Engines - Standard
New 'Long' Engine
New
long engines are available in 4.0 litre and 4.6 litre
capacities. They comprise a new, cross-bolted,
large-bearing block assembly, fitted with new cylinder
heads and standard camshaft & timing gear.
Note:
Crank spacer STC1893SPACER
is required for non serpentine timing covers.
New Long Engine;

4.0 Litre - (1) - ERR5012ST

4.6 Litre - (1) - ERR5013ST
New 'Full' Engine
New
full engines are available in 3.5 litre, 4.0 litre and
4.6 litre capacities. Specification is the same as new
long engines (3.5 litre blocks are not cross-bolted),
with the addition of new timing cover/oil pump
assembly, new sump and new rocker gear.
New Full Engine;

3.5 Litre - (1) - RA1227

4.0 Litre - (1) - RA1228

4.6 Litre - (1) - RA1229
Recon 'Full' Engine
Recon
full engines are available in 3.5 litre, 3.9 litre and
4.6 litre capacities. They comprise a reconditioned
block (relinered for 3.9), crankshaft & con rods
with new pistons, or new, cross-bolted short engine
assembly (4.6 litre); new camshaft & followers,
new timing gear and reconditioned cylinder heads with
new valves, guides & springs. They are also fitted
with new rocker shafts & rocker arms,
reconditioned timing cover (inc. new oil pump gears,
pressure switch & relief valve) and sump.
Recon Full Engine;

3.5 Litre - (1) - RA1227R

3.9 Litre - (1) - RA1228R

4.6 Litre - (1) - RA1229R
Full
Engines - Performance
Performance Full Engine;

4.0 Litre - (1) - RA1230R

4.6 Litre - (1) - RA1231R

4.8 Litre - (1) - RA1232R

5.2 Litre - (1) - RA1339

Full
Engine Installation Kits
Engine Installation Kit - (1)
- RA1236
Includes
oil, oil filter gaskets etc.
Bolt
Kit - (1) - RB7130
Kit
includes engine to bellhousing bolts & washers.
Short
Engines
I
COMPRESSION RATIOS - CYLINDER HEADS & SHORT
ENGINES
There
are various different Rover V8 cylinder heads
available, with different combustion giving a variety
of compression ratios when fitted to a short engine.
Therefore, you will need combustion chamber size of
the cylinder heads that you intend to use in order to
be able to calculate the engine's compression ratio.
As a
general rule, cylinder heads up to the introduction of
Series 2 Range Rover (1994) have approximately 34-36cc
combustion chambers. From the introduction of Series 2
Range Rover (4.0 & 4.6 litre engines), they have
approximately 28cc combustion chambers (If in doubt,
cylinder heads fitted to 4.0 & 4.6 litre engines
have only two rows of cylinder head bolts; earlier
engines have three rows).
Refer
to the table below of Short Engine & Cylinder Head
Applications for more detailed information.
This
information does not take into account any machining
work done on the cylinder heads in the past.
In
certain circumstances, it may be cheaper to purchase a
pair of reconditioned cylinder heads than to try to
match a pair of unknown heads to a Short Engine.
Alternatively,
it may be worth considering a Full Engine, which is
supplied complete with fitted cylinder heads.


3.5 Litre;
New
Short Engine
Comprises
new block/crank/bearings/pistons/rods (assembled).
Less cam & followers.

Low Compression (8.13:1) - (1)
- ETC7714

High Compression (9.35:1) - (1)
- RB7121
Reconditioned
Short Engine (exchange)
Comprises
recon block, rebored with new pistons/cam
bearings/reground crank & new bearings
(assembled).
Less
cam & followers.

Low Compression (8.13:1) - (1)
- ETC7714R

High Compression (9.35:1) - (1)
- RB7121R
3.9 Litre;

New Short Engine - (1) - RB7487
Comprises
new block/crank/bearings/pistons/rods (assembled).
Less cam & followers.

Reconditioned Short Engine - (1)
- RB7487R
Comprises
recon block, relinered with new pistons/rings/cam
bearings/reground crank & new bearings
(assembled). Less cam & followers.

Uprated Short Engine - (1)
- RB7487UR
Comprises
new, large journal block, cross-bolted & ARP mains
studs. Crank/rods & pocketed pistons. Lightened
& balanced assembly. Less cam & followers.
4.2 Litre;

New Short Engine - (1) - ERR4171
Comprises
block/crank/bearings/pistons/rods (assembled). Less
cam & followers.
4.0 Litre;
New
Short Engine
Series
2 Range Rover application.
NB.
Unsuitable for use with pre '95 heads as low
compression ratio results.
Large
journal, cross-bolted type.
Comprises
new block/crank/bearings/pistons/rods (assembled).
Less cam & followers.

Low Compression * (8.13:1) - (1)
- STC1890

High Compression * (9.35:1) - (1)
- STC1891
*Please
see Note regarding Compression Ratios - Cylinder Heads
& Short Engines.
4.6 Litre;
New
Short Engine
Series
2 Range Rover application.
NB.
Unsuitable for use with pre '95 heads as low
compression ratio results.
Large
journal, cross-bolted type.
Comprises
new block/crank/bearings/pistons/rods (assembled).
Less cam & followers.

Low Compression * (8.13:1) - (1)
- STC1892

High Compression * (9.35:1) - (1)
- STC1893
*Please
see Note regarding Compression Ratios - Cylinder Heads
& Short Engines.
Note:When
using this short engine to replace earlier type (3.5
or 3.9) engines, a crank spacer - part no. STC1893SPACER
- may be required. Please enquire for details.
Sump
pan may also require relieving to allow swing
clearance for front web of crank.
New
Short Engine - High Compression
Pre-Series
2 Range Rover applications.
Suitable
for use with pre-Series 2 Range Rover cylinder heads
(see Notes Compression Ratios, Cylinder Heads &
Short Engines, right).
Large
journal, cross-bolted type.
Comprises
new block/crank/bearings/pistons/rods (assembled).
Less cam & followers.

High Compression * - (1) - STC1893HC
*Please
see Note regarding Compression Ratios - Cylinder Heads
& Short Engines.
Note:When
using this short engine to replace earlier type (3.5
or 3.9) engines, a crank spacer - part no. STC1893SPACER
- may be required. Please enquire for details.
Sump
pan may also require relieving to allow swing
clearance for front web of crank.
4.8 Litre;

New Short Engine - (1) - RB7676
Comprises
large journal, cross-bolted block & long stroke
(86mm) crank. ARP mains studs, new pistons &
rings. Less cam & followers.
Note:When
using this short engine to replace earlier type (3.5
or 3.9) engines, a crank spacer - part no. STC1893SPACER
- may be required. Please enquire for details.
Sump
pan may also require relieving to allow swing
clearance for front web of crank.
5.2 Litre;

New Short Engine - (1) - RB7682
Comprises
large journal, cross-bolted block, fitted with special
96mm bore liners, long stroke (90mm) crossdrilled
crank, steel rods & new pistons (90mm stroke).
Lightened
& balanced assembly. Less cam & followers.
Note:When
using this short engine to replace earlier type (3.5
or 3.9) engines, a crank spacer - part no. STC1893SPACER
- may be required. Please enquire for details.
Sump
pan may also require relieving to allow swing
clearance for front web of crank.
V8 Engine Rebuild Kit
FOR
THE DIY ENTHUSIAST!
These
kits include all the components needed for a 3.5 litre
engine rebuild or conversion to 3.9 litres.
You
will need to have any necessary machining work carried
out, such as reboring (plus re-sleeving for 3.9
litres) and cylinder head re-facing etc.
The
kits are based on the Land Rover V8 engine; please
note that your crankshaft is required in exchange.
For
export customers, the crankshaft can be removed from
the kit and a price adjustment made, allowing you to
have the grinding done locally.
Kit
Contents:-
•
Crankshaft - reground (exchange)
•
Bearing shells to suit
•
Piston set including rings and pins:
3.5
litre (+ 0.020") (9.75:1)
3.9
litre (standard) (9.35:1)
•
Piston liner set (3.9 litre only)
•
Oil Filter
•
Sump gasket set inc oil seals
•
Timing chain, crank sprocket, cam sprocket
•
Camshaft and 16 followers
•
Valves - Engine set (16)
•
Valve guides (16)
•
Valve stem oil seal (inlet) (8)
•
Valve springs (16)
•
Rocker shaft (2)
•
Rocker arms (16)
•
Head gasket set
•
Core plug engine set
Engine Rebuild Kit;

3.5 Litre - (1) - RB20283-5

3.9 Litre - (1) - RB20283-9
Cylinder
Block Components
Cylinder Block - bare;

3.5 Litre - (1) - ERC6934

3.9 & 4.2 Litre - (1) -
ERR7350

4.0 & 4.6 Litre - (1) -
LCF104860
Series
2 Range Rover Type.
Cylinder Liner Set - 3.9 litre - (1)
- RB7486
Set
of 8 liners for converting 3.5 engines to 3.9 litre
bore.
Also
suitable for replacing the liners in an existing 3.9
litre (or larger capacity) engine.
Liner & Piston Set - 3.9 litre - (1)
- RB2029
As
above, but kit includes standard size 9.35:1
compression pistons and rings for 3.9 conversions.
Head Gasket Set;
3.5
Litre (88.9mm bore)

Tin Head Gaskets - (1) - GUG1066HS

Composite Head Gaskets * - (1)
- GUG1066HSCOM
3.9/4.2
Litre (94mm bore)
3
rows of cylinder head bolts.

Tin Head Gaskets - (1) - RB7447

Composite Head Gaskets * - (1)
- RB7447COM
3.9/4.2/4.0/4.6
Litre (94mm bore)
2
rows of cylinder head bolts.

Composite Head Gaskets * - (1)
- RA1233
5.2
Litre (96mm bore)

Composite Head Gaskets * - (1)
- RB7684
Head Gasket Only;
3.5
Litre (88.9mm bore)

Tin Gasket - (2) - GEG340

Composite Gasket * - (2) - GEG340COM
3.9/4.2
Litre
3
rows of cylinder head bolts.

Tin Gasket - (2) - RB7448

Composite Gasket - (2) - RB7448COM
3.9/4.2/4.0
& 4.6 Litre
2
rows of cylinder head bolts.

Tin Gasket - (2) - ETC7819

Composite Gasket * - (2) - ERR7217
5.2
Litre (96mm bore)

Composite Gasket * - (2) - RB7685
*Composite
head gaskets are thicker than standard tin gaskets and
will therefore lower the engine's compression ratio.
Ideal for correcting compression ratio when heads/
block faces have been skimmed. (Not applicable 1995
on).
Approximate
gasket thicknesses are as follows:
Standard
(tin) gaskets 0.5mm
Composite
gaskets 1.2mm
Typical
effect on compression ratio:
Standard
(tin) gaskets 3cc
Composite
gaskets 10cc
Sump Gasket Set;

All models to 1991 - (1) - GUG1538CS

All models 1992 onwards - (1)
- STC1639
Sump Gasket Only - (1) - AJM539
Seal - rear main bearing cap - (2)
- 611089
Cruciform
seal.
Crankshaft Oil Seal (rear) - (1)
- ERR2640
Timing Cover Oil Seal (front) - (1)
- ERR6490
Core Plug Set - (1) - RB7105
All
engines.
Cam Bearing Set;

All engines except 4.0 & 4.6 - (1)
- RTC5918A

4.0 & 4.6 Models - (1)
- STC1961
Dowel - bellhousing flange - (2)
- 602141
Drain Tap - block - (2) - 602915
Drain Plug - (2) - 129077
Alternative
to tap.
Core Plug - (2) - 612898
Lower
bellhousing flange.
Bolt - main bearing cap - (10)
- 602130
All
models.
Stud Kit - main bearing cap - (1)
- RB7456
Used
instead of standard main bearing bolts, studs provide
superior clamping for main bearing caps, preventing
them from coming loose. (Engine set).
Cross-Bolt - main bearing cap - (9)
- FB110137
4.0
& 4.6 litre engines.
Hex-Screw - main bearing cap - (1)
- SS110555
4.0
& 4.6 litre engines.
Oil Seal - (9) - ERR3330
For
FB110137.
Oil Seal - (1) - ERR3331
For
SS1100555.
Stud - front of block - (1)
- 252513
Except
4.0 & 4.6 litre engines.
Plug - front of block - (4)
- 602147
Breather Pipe - crankcase - (1)
- 603143
Early
engines.
Core Plug - rear of block - (1)
- 154545
Later
models - replaces breather.
Core Plug - side & rear of block - (8)
- 602152
Core Plug - camshaft rear - (1)
- 602146
Threaded Plug;

All engines except 4.0 & 4.6 - (2)
- 602212

4.0 & 4.6 engines - (2)
- ERR4314
Sump
Pan/Oil Pick-Up & Dipstick
Sump Pan - (1) - ERR4633
Sump Gasket Set - (1) - GUG1538CS
Sump Gasket Only - (1) - AJM539
Sump Bolt/Washer - (16) - SH505051
Drain Plug - sump - (1) - 603659
Washer - sump drain plug - (1)
- 213961
Oil Pick-Up Strainer - (1)
- ERR3677
Oil Screen - (1) - 602070A
Gasket - pick-up strainer - (1)
- 90602068A
Setscrew - strainer to block - (2)
- 253407
Spring Washer - setscrew - (2)
- GHF331
Dipstick - (1) - ERR1922L
Dipstick Tube - (1) - ERR4556
'O' Ring - dipstick tube - (1)
- 602545
Crankshaft

Crankshaft;
3.5
& 3.9 Litre
3.9
litre up to the following engine nos only:
35D08928B,
36D25155B, 37D01932B, 38D27238B.

Reground (including bearings) - (1)
- 612989RTO94
3.9
Litre
Above
engines numbers onwards.

New (less bearings) - (1) -
ERR4060
4.0
Litre

New (less bearings) - (1) -
ERR5090
4.6
Litre

New (less bearings) - (1) -
ERR5091
4.3
& 4.8 Litre 'Stroker Kits' *
*See
Stroker Kits technical jotting.

4.3 Litre Kit - (1) - RB7678

4.8 Litre Kit - (1) - RB7677
Stroker
Kits
These kits enable you to
enlarge the cubic capacity of your existing
engine by increasing the stroke, hence the
name 'stroker'. The kits comprise a brand new,
high quality crankshaft, conrods and pistons
(with bearings and piston rings supplied).
The stroke is increased from the standard
3.5/3.9 engine’s 71.1mm to a massive 86mm,
(longer than the standard 4.6 litre stroke of
82mm) giving a capacity of 4.3 litres on a 3.5
engine and 4.8 litres on a 3.9 engine. Both
engines require a 20 thou rebore before
fitting. Finally, a small amount of grinding
is required to the bottom of two cylinder
liners (full instructions supplied) to allow
clearance for crank rotation.
The result of the extra stroke is a huge
increase in torque, even on an otherwise
standard engine. Alternatively, you have the
basis of a high performance engine, to which
you can add our fully modified, big valve
cylinder heads, uprated camshaft and sports
exhaust system.
If you would prefer, you can send us your 3.5
or 3.9 block and we will do the work for you.
Please contact our sales department for a
fitted price. |
Main Bearing Set;
All
models except 4.0 & 4.6 Litre Engines

Standard Size - (1) - RTC1718

Oversize +0.010" - (1)
- RTC1718-010

Oversize +0.020" - (1)
- RTC1718-020

Oversize +0.030" - (1)
- RTC1718-030

Oversize +0.040" - (1)
- RTC1718-040

Oversize +0.060" - (1)
- RTC1718-060

4.0 & 4.6 Litre - (1) -
STC1425
Note:
The latest bearing sets feature thrust plates only on
the upper half of centre bearing.
Main Bearing Set - heavy duty;
All
models except 4.0 & 4.6 Litre Engines

Standard Size - (1) - RB7452

Oversize +0.010" - (1)
- RB7452-010

Oversize +0.020" - (1)
- RB7452-020
Bolt - main bearing cap - (10)
- 602130A
All
engines.
Stud Kit - main bearing cap - (1)
- RB7456
Used
in our Performance engines instead of standard main
bearing bolts, these ARP studs provide far
superior
clamping for main bearing caps, preventing them from
coming loose. (Engine set).
Cross-Bolt - main bearing cap - (9)
- FB110137
4.0
& 4.6 litre engines.
Hex-Screw - main bearing cap - (1)
- SS110555
4.0
& 4.6 litre engines.
Oil Seal;

For FB110137 - (9) - ERR3330

For SS110555 - (1) - ERR3331
Crankshaft Oil Seal (rear) - (1)
- ERR2640
Timing Cover Oil Seal (front) - (1)
- ERR6490
Spigot Bush - crankshaft - (1)
- 549911
Woodruff Key;

All 3.5, 3.9 & 4.2 up to 1992 - (1)
- 90602025A

3.9 & 4.2 1992 onwards - (1)
- ERR2846
Crankshaft Sprocket - all models - (1)
- 90602372A
Bolt - crankshaft pulley - (1)
- ERC417A
Washer - crankshaft pulley - (1)
- ERC416A
Crankshaft
Pulley
Reinforcing Plate - (1) - 602587
Pulley - water pump/alternator belt;

3.5 Litre - (1) - ETC5679

3.9 Litre - (1) - ERR4866
Vibration Damper;

3.5 Litre - (1) - ETC7340

3.9 Litre - (1) - ERR3442
Pulley - power steering belt;

3.5 Litre - (1) - ETC4330

3.9 Litre - (1) - ERR2799
Balancing Rim;

3.5 Litre - (1) - 603301

3.9 Litre - (1) - ETC7996
Mud Deflector - (1) - 613671
Bolt - crankshaft pulley assembly - (6)
- BH605141
5/16
UNF" x 1 5/8".
Nut - all models - (6) - NH605041
Flywheel
& Driveplate
Flywheel (manual) - (1) - ERR5575
Ring Gear - all manual models - (1)
- 611323AMANUAL
Bolt - flywheel to crankshaft - (6)
- SH607081
Driveplate (automatic) - (1)
- FRC7851
Complete
assembly.
Bolt - driveplate to crankshaft - (6)
- SS607061
Ring Gear (auto) - (1) - 603340
Bolt - ring gear to driveplate - (10)
- FTC4388
Washer - ring gear bolt - (10)
- 610736
Spacer - driveplate to crankshaft - (1)
- FTC651
Spigot Aligner (auto) - (1)
- FRC7075
Bolt - spigot aligner (auto) - (4)
- BH110111
Washer - spigot aligner bolt - (4)
- WL110001
Converter Drive Plate - auto - (1)
- FRC7081
Buttress Ring - auto - (1)
- FRC7080
Selective Shim - torque converter
height;
1986
to New Range Rover.

1.25mm - (ar) - FRC9203

1.45mm - (ar) - FRC9205

1.65mm - (ar) - FRC9207

1.85mm - (ar) - FRC9209

2.05mm - (ar) - FRC9211
Pistons
Piston Set;
Piston
sets comprise 8 pistons complete with rings &
gudgeon pins.
3.5
Litre
8.13:1cr

Standard Size - (1) - RB7104

Oversize +0.020" - (1)
- RB7104-020

Oversize +0.040" - (1)
- RB7104-040
9.35:1
cr

Standard Size - (1) - RB7246

Oversize +0.020" - (1)
- RB7246-020

Oversize +0.040" - (1)
- RB7246-040
9.75:1
cr

Standard Size - (1) - RB7342

Oversize +0.020" - (1)
- RB7342-020

Oversize +0.040" - (1)
- RB7342-040
10.5:1
cr

Standard Size - (1) - RB7309

Oversize +0.020" - (1)
- RB7309-020

Oversize +0.040" - (1)
- RB7309-040
3.9
Litre
Standard
Size

8.13:1 cr - (1) - STC908S

9.35:1 cr - (1) - STC909S
Single Pistons;
Supplied
with rings & gudgeon pins.

4.2 Litre - 9.94:1 cr - (8)
- STC1191S
4.0
Litre
Offset
gudgeon type - standard size only.

8.13:1 cr - (8) - ERR5555

9.35:1 cr - (8) - ERR5553
4.6
Litre
Offset
gudgeon type - standard size only.

8.13:1 cr - (8) - ERR5556

9.35:1 cr - (8) - ERR5554
Piston
Rings
Pistons Rings;
Supplied
as engine set.
3.5
Litre
8.13,
8.25, 9.35 & 9.75:1 cr

Standard Size - (1) - RB7358

Oversize +0.020" - (1)
- RB7358-020

Oversize +0.040" - (1)
- RB7358-040
10.5:1
cr

Standard Size - (1) - RB7421

Oversize +0.020" - (1)
- RB7421-020

Oversize +0.040" - (1)
- RB7421-040
3.9
& 4.2 Litre
High
& low cr

Standard Size - (1) - RB7538

Oversize +0.020" - (1)
- RB7538-020P
4.0
& 4.6 Litre
High
& low cr

Standard Size - (1) - STC1427
Con Rod
Con Rod Assembly;
3.5,
3.9 & 4.2
Single

New - (8) - 602082

Reconditioned - (8) - 602082R

Engine Set (new) - (1) - 602082K

4.0 Litre - new - (8) - ERR4837

4.6 Litre - new - (8) - ERR5145
Bolt - con rod;

3.5, 3.9 & 4.2 - (16) -
602609

4.0 & 4.6 - (16) - ERR1772
Nut - con rod - (16) - 602061A
Not
4.0 & 4.6 litre engines.
Big End Bolt/Nut Kit - (1)
- RB7500
Engine
set of high performance ARP forged chrome moly' steel
bolts & nuts. Not suitable for 4.0 & 4.6 litre
engines.
Bearing Set - big end;
All
engines except New Range Rover.

Standard Size - (1) - RTC2117

Oversize +0.010" - (1)
- RTC2117-010

Oversize +0.020" - (1)
- RTC2117-020

Oversize +0.030" - (1)
- RTC2117-030

Oversize +0.040" - (1)
- RTC2117-040

Oversize +0.060" - (1)
- RTC2117-060
Bearing Set - big end (4.0 & 4.6) - (1)
- ERR1773
Standard
size.
Heavy Duty Bearing Set - big end;
All
engines except New Range Rover.

Standard Size - (1) - RB7451

Oversize +0.010" - (1)
- RB7451-010

Oversize +0.020" - (1)
- RB7451-020

Oversize +0.030" - (1)
- RB7451-030
Oil
Pump & Filter
Oil
Pump & Timing Cover
There are two types of oil
pump for the V8 engine fitted to the
Discovery. The first was fitted from 1989 to
VIN LA (approx. March 1994) and is a
camshaft-driven oil pump, incorporated into
the lower right hand of the timing cover, with
a removable housing for the relief valve and
oil filter.
From VIN MA (April 1994), the oil pump was
changed to a crank-driven type, incorporated
into a redesigned timing cover without the
need for a separate relief valve housing. The
two types are not easily interchangeable, as
the later design requires a longer crankshaft
nose to accommodate the oil pump gears. |

Oil Pump Cover (body) - (1)
- BHM1554
To
VIN LA081990 (1994). See photo.
Oil Pump Cover/Remote Take-Off - (1)
- RO1105
Very
low profile oil pump cover & relief valve housing
for maximum clearance. Use with remote oil filter
mounting kit.
Remote Oil Filter Mounting Kit - (1)
- RB7116
Allows
mounting of oil filter away from engine. Kit includes
filter housing, hoses & mountings.
Bolt - pump mounting;

7/8" - (3) - 602910

1 1/4" - (2) - 602912

1 9/16" - (1) - 602913
Oil Pump Repair Kit - (1) -
RTC2044A
All
models with separate oil pump.
Includes
pressure relief valve & spring.
Uprated Pressure Relief Valve Spring - (1)
- RB7457
For
separate oil pump models. Increases oil pressure by
approx. 10 psi.
Oil Pump Shaft & Drive Gear - (1)
- ERC1351A
To
VIN LA081990 (1994).
Idler Gear - oil pump - (1)
- 614037
To
VIN LA081990 (1994).
Gasket - oil pump - (1) - 90602072A
To
VIN LA081990 (1994).
Blanking Plug - (1) - 151203
Pressure
switch outlet.
Washer - (1) - STC4104
For
blanking plug.
Oil Pressure Switch - (1) -
AMR2092
All
models.
Washer - (1) - 243967
For
pressure switch.
Oil Pressure Gauge Kit - (1)
- RX1351OIL
Aftermarket
capillary type. Includes gauge & fittings.
Oil & Water Pressure Gauge Kit - (1)
- RX1351OIL-WATER
Aftermarket
capillary type. Includes oil & water gauge &
fittings.
Bracket - oil pressure gauge - (1)
- RB7050
Oil Filter - (1) - ERR3340
Oil Cooler
If
high oil temperatures are a problem, for example when
towing, the V8 engine will benefit from the fitting of
an oil cooler. We recommend fitting a thermostat at
the same time.
Note:
An oil cooler was incorporated into the coolant
radiator with the introduction of the 3.9 litre
engine.
Oil Cooler Kit - (1) - RA1089
All
3.5 litre engines.
Thermostat - oil cooler - (1)
- RS1456
Oil Cooler Take-Off - 3.9 litre
engines;

Manual Gearbox - (1) - ERC8501

Automatic Gearbox - (1) - ERR2490
Adaptor - oil filter - (1)
- ERC2226
'O' Ring - (1) - ERR852
Cylinder
Heads - Standard
Cylinder Head Identification
There
are various types of cylinder heads available for the
Rover V8, with only subtle differences between them.
Not all are suitable for every application, so care
must be taken when ordering replacement heads for your
vehicle. Please note that reconditioned cylinder heads
are only sold on an exchange basis (in pairs) and that
we require similar type cylinder heads in return,
otherwise a surcharge will apply.
Early
Cylinder Heads
Early
cylinder heads - as fitted to Rover P5B, P6, MGB V8
and early Range Rover - are fitted with small (38mm
inlet, 33mm exhaust) valves and may not be suitable
for use with unleaded fuel. These heads can be
identified most easily by removing one of the spark
plugs and measuring the length of the threaded section
of the plug. If it measures 12.5mm, the cylinder head
is an early type and is not suitable for exchange. If
it measures 19mm, the cylinder head is post-1976 (SD1
or later).
Later
Cylinder Heads
Identify
later cylinder heads as follows:
1.
Count the rows of cylinder head bolts. All cylinder
heads have a row of head bolts inside the rocker
covers; they also have a second row of 5 head bolts
just below the spark plugs. Finally, cylinder heads up
to around 1994 have a third row of 4 bolts just below
the second row. 3.9, 4.2, 4.0 & 4.6 litre engines
after this period have a total of two rows of head
bolts.
2.
Look at the ends of the cylinder heads, as fitted to
the engine. There are tapped holes in the ends of each
cylinder head, to which the ancillary component
brackets are bolted. The number of holes determines
which type you have, as follows:
3/3
bolt (3 bolt holes in each head)
3/4
bolt (3 bolt holes in one head, 4 in the other)
4/4
bolt (4 bolt holes in each head)
It is
important that the cylinder heads you order are
similar to the ones you have removed, otherwise your
ancillary components may not fit.
Standard Cylinder Heads (pair)
Reconditioned.
Exchange - all engines.
Complete
with new valves, valve guides, springs & valve
stem oil seals. Less rocker gear.
Reconditioned
cylinder heads are sold only in matching pairs, with
the actual combustion chamber size marked on them.
With
3 Rows of Head Bolts
Pre-’95
applications. 34-36cc combustion chambers.

3/3 End Bolt Type - (pr) - RB7095RA

3/4 End Bolt Type - (pr) - RB7095RB

4/4 End Bolt Type - (pr) - RB7095RC

With 2 Rows of Head Bolts - (pr)
- RB7095RD
Cylinder
Heads - Performance

We
offer three stages of modified Performance cylinder
head, designed to suit different requirements and
budgets.
Stage
1 - polished and lightly ported cylinder
heads featuring bulleted guides and standard size
valves. Suitable for standard and mildly tuned 3.5 to
4.6 litre engines.
Stage
3 - fully polished & ported, gas-flowed
cylinder heads, featuring bulleted & shortened
guides and fitted with Big Valves (41.45mm inlet,
36.5mm exhaust). Together with the right camshaft and
fuel system, these heads offer a substantial power and
torque increase, and are suitable for Performance
engines up to 5.2 litres. See Comparison Chart.
Stage
4 - Ultra Big Valve heads. Fully polished
& ported as Stage 3, but featuring 43.11mm inlet
and 38.1mm exhaust valves. These cylinder heads are
suitable for serious Performance applications, in
engines of 4.6 litres and above, and require suitably
modified fuel systems.
Performance Cylinder Heads (pair);
Exchange
- all engines.
Complete
with new valves, valve guides, springs & valve
stem oil seals. Less rocker gear.
Performance
cylinder heads are sold only in matching pairs, with
the actual combustion chamber size marked on them.
Stage
1
With
3 Rows of Head Bolts
Pre
- '95 applications. 34-36cc combustion chambers.

3/3 End Bolt Type - (1) - RB7467RS1A

3/4 End Bolt Type - (1) - RB7467RS1B

4/4 End Bolt Type - (1) - RB7467RS1C

With 2 Rows of Head Bolts - (1)
- RB7467RS1D
'95
on applications. 28cc combustion chambers. 4/4 end
bolt type.
Stage
3
With
3 Rows of Head Bolts
Pre
- '95 applications. 34-36cc combustion chambers.

3/3 End Bolt Type - (1) - RB7467RS3A

3/4 End Bolt Type - (1) - RB7467RS3B

4/4 End Bolt Type - (1) - RB7467RS3C

With 2 Rows of Head Bolts - (1)
- RB7467RS3D
'95
on applications. 28cc combustion chambers. 4/4 end
bolt type.
Stage
4
With
3 Rows of Head Bolts
Pre
- '95 applications. 34-36cc combustion chambers.

3/3 End Bolt Type - (1) - RB7467RS4A

3/4 End Bolt Type - (1) - RB7467RS4B

4/4 End Bolt Type - (1) - RB7467RS4C

With 2 Rows of Head Bolts - (1)
- RB7467RS4D
'95
on applications. 28cc combustion chambers. 4/4 end
bolt type.
Head
Gaskets
Composite
Head Gaskets
The advantage of using
composite gaskets is that they provide a
superior seal compared to tin gaskets.
However, composite head gaskets are thicker
than standard tin gaskets and therefore have
the effect of lowering the engine's
compression ratio when used as a direct
replacement. To calculate their effect on your
engine's compression ratio, see the figures
below.
Other factors which influence the compression
ratio are the size of the piston bowl and the
combustion chamber in the cylinder head, as
well as the amount of material which may have
been 'skimmed' from the head faces.
Removing material from the head and block
faces in isolation will not compensate for
composite head gaskets and may lead to inlet
manifold alignment problems.
Approx. thickness:
Standard tin gaskets 0.5mm
Composite gaskets 1.2mm
Typical effect on compression ratio:
Standard tin gaskets 3cc
Composite gaskets 10cc |
Head Gasket Set;
3.5
Litre (88.9mm bore)

Tin Head Gaskets - (1) - GUG1066HS

Composite Head Gaskets * - (1)
- GUG1066HSCOM
3.9/4.2
Litre (94mm bore)
3
rows of cylinder head bolts.

Tin Head Gaskets - (1) - RB7447

Composite Head Gaskets * - (1)
- RB7447COM
3.9/4.2/4.0/4.6
Litre (94mm bore)
2
rows of cylinder head bolts.

Composite Head Gaskets * - (1)
- RA1233
5.2
Litre (96mm bore)

Composite Head Gaskets * - (1)
- RB7684
Head Gasket Only;
3.5
Litre (88.9mm bore)

Tin Gasket - (2) - GEG340

Composite Gasket * - (2) - GEG340COM
3.9/4.2
Litre
3
rows of cylinder head bolts.

Tin Gasket - (2) - RB7448

Composite Gasket - (2) - RB7448COM
3.9/4.2/4.0
& 4.6 Litre
2
rows of cylinder head bolts.

Tin Gasket - (2) - ETC7819

Composite Gasket * - (2) - ERR7217
5.2
Litre (96mm bore)

Composite Gasket * - (2) - RB7685
*Composite
head gaskets are thicker than standard tin gaskets and
will therefore lower the engine's compression ratio.
Ideal for correcting compression ratio when heads/
block faces have been skimmed. (Not applicable 1995
on).
Approximate
gasket thicknesses are as follows:
Standard
(tin) gaskets 0.5mm
Composite
gaskets 1.2mm
Typical
effect on compression ratio:
Standard
(tin) gaskets 3cc
Composite
gaskets 10cc
Cylinder
Head Bolts
Bolt - cylinder head;
All
engines up to 1995 (except late 3.9, 4.0 & 4.6)

Long (7/16" UNC x 3.9") - (6)
- 602193A

Medium (7/19" UNC x 2.7") - (14)
- 602192A
Order
13 if your engine has a dipstick retainer clamp on the
head bolt adjacent to the dipstick.

Tapped Bolt (7/16" x 2.7") - (1)
- 602450
For
dipstick retained, if fitted.

Double-Ended Bolt - (1) - 602200
Fitted
to some Range Rovers.

Short (7/16" x 2 1/4") - (8)
- 602191A
1995
onwards (late 3.9, 4.0 & 4.6)
Note:
These bolts can be identified by their flanged head.
They do not need a separate washer and can be used on
earlier engines.
However,
they are not re-useable and must be replaced once
removed.

Long (96mm) - (6) - ERR2944A

Medium (66mm) - (14) - ERR2943A
Note:
The outer row of short bolts, or 'outrigger' bolts,
has not been used since the introduction of the Series
2 Range Rover.
Washer - cylinder head bolts - (28)
- 602098A
Cylinder Head Stud Kit - (1)
- RB7680
Engine
set of ARP cylinder head studs, washers and nuts to
replace original bolts. Studs improve cylinder head
sealing & prevent damage to block threads.
Valves,
Guides & Springs
Inlet Valve;
3.5
Litre Engines
Carb

Up to VIN JA040523 (1992) - (8)
- ERC9088A

VIN JA0405244 (1992) - (8)
- ERR1780
Efi

Up to engine no: 23D08767D - (8)
- ERC9088A

Engine no: 23D08768D onwards - (8)
- ERR1780
3.9
Litre Engines

'Big Valve' (41.4mm) - (8)
- RB7460
Machining
required to the valve guide & seat.
Exhaust Valve;
Carb
Engines

Up to VIN JA040523 (1992) - (8)
- STC1122

VIN JA0405244 (1992) - (8)
- ERR2551

Efi Engines - (8) - ERR7338

'Big Valve' (35.5mm) - (8)
- RB7461
Machining
required to the valve guide & seat.
Valve Seat Insert;
Inlet

Standard Size - (8) - ERC224A

Oversize +0.010" - (8)
- ERC225A
Exhaust

Standard Size - (8) - ERC210A

Oversize +0.010" - (8)
- ERC211A
Valve Guide - standard;

Carb Engines - (16) - 603554
Efi
Engines

Up to Engine No: 23D08767D - (16)
- 603554

Engine No: 23D08768D onwards - (16)
- ERR3648
For
use only with matching valves.
Valve Guide - performance;
Shortened
& bulleted, for use with camshafts with higher
lift.

Inlet - (8) - RB7463

Exhaust - (8) - RB7464
Valve Stem Oil Seal;

'Tap Washer' Type (inlet only) - (8)
- ERC7865A

Hi-Tech Type (inlet & exhaust) - (16)
- ERR1782
Neoprene
type. Not suitable for earlier models - pre 1994.
Valve Spring;

Standard - (16) - UKC8137
Uprated
- engine set

Single - (1) - RB7454

Double - (1) - RB7455
Special
retaining caps required.
Note:
Machining may be required to valve guide boss when
fitting double valve springs to engines previously
fitted with singles.
Retaining Cap - valve springs;

Standard (single springs) - (16)
- ERC573A

Uprated Double Valve Springs - (16)
- ERC573S
Split Collet - (32) - ERC1637A
Rocker
Gear
Lifter
Preload
Lifter preload refers to the
position of the pushrod seat in the lifter
(cam follower) when the engine has been
assembled and the lifter is positioned on the
heel of the cam. Lifter preload must be
checked whenever a non standard component
which alters the distance between the rocker
arm and the lifter - such as a high lift
camshaft or performance cylinder head - has
been fitted. Incorrect lifter preload will
cause poor running, premature wear or, at
worst, engine failure.
Check the lifter preload as follows:
With the lifters empty of oil, assemble the
rocker shaft & pushrod components, making
sure there is no wear in the rocker shafts,
rocker arms & pushrods.
Checking each lifter in turn, positioned on
the heel of the cam, measure the gap between
the pushrod seat and the bottom of the circlip
groove. There must be a clearance of
.020" minimum and .060" maximum at
this position.
If the clearance is greater than .060",
use pedestal shims (603734SH)
to decrease. Remember to use equal thickness
shims under each pedestal of a shaft to avoid
distortion or breakage. |
Rocker Shaft Assembly - (2)
- 611660
Assembled,
ready to fit.
Rocker Build Kit - (2) - 611660KIT
Includes
parts ready for assembly.
Rocker Shaft Only - (2) - 606661
Pedestal - rocker shaft - (8)
- 603734
Pedestal Shims * - (1) - 603734SHIMS
*See
technical note.
Includes
three sets of shims of different thickness.
Use
to set 'lifter preload' when fitting a new cam with
higher lift than standard.
Rocker Arm;
Original

Right Hand - (8) - 602153

Left Hand - (8) - 602154
Spacer Spring - rocker shaft - (6)
- 602142A
End Spring - rocker shaft - (4)
- 602148A
Wavy
washer.
End Washer - rocker shaft - (4)
- 602186A
Split Pin - rocker shaft - (4)
- PC34
Push Rod;

Standard - (16) - 603378

Heavy Duty - (16) - 603378HD
Larger
diameter shaft. Cylinder head guide holes may need
enlarging accordingly.

Adjustable (set) - (1) - 603378ADJ
Rocker
Covers
Rocker Covers - single;
3.5
Litre Engines
Carb

RH - (1) - ETC8681

LH - (1) - ERR7356
Efi

RH - (1) - ETC8680

LH - (1) - ETC8679
3.9
Litre Engines
Up
to the following engine nos: 35D08927B, 36D25154B,
37D01931B, & 38D27330B.

RH - (1) - ETC8680

LH - (1) - ETC8679
The
following engine nos. onwards: 35D08928B, 36D25155B,
37D01932B, & 38D27331B.

RH - (1) - ERR7363

LH - (1) - ERR7360
Rocker Covers - pairs;

Unpainted - (1) - RB7431
Powder
Coated

Black - (1) - RB7431RPCBLACK

Red - (1) - RB7431RPCRED
Gasket - rocker cover;

Standard - (2) - GEG436

Uprated (rubber) - (2) - GEG436UPRATED
Screw - rocker cover retaining;
Cross-Head
Screw Type

Long - (4) - 603127

Short - (4) - 602530
8mm
Spline Head Type

Long - (4) - ERR7371

Short - (4) - ERR4818
Spring Washer - rocker screws - (8)
- GHF331
Flat Washer - rocker cover - (8)
- GHF300
Rocker Cover 'T' Bolts - chrome - (2)
- RB7440
American
style rocker cover hold down bolts, supplied in sets
of 4 (2 sets req'd).
Breather/Flame Trap;
Right
hand rocker cover, efi engines.

Original - (1) - RB7432

Short Type - ½ original size - (1)
- RB7432LOW
Powder
Coated

Black - (1) - RB7432PCBLACK

Red - (1) - RB7432PCRED

Chrome - (1) - RB7432C
Breather Grommet (pair) - (1)
- RB7432ZGROMMET
'O' Ring/Seal - flame trap - (1)
- 564258
Oil Filler Neck - (1) - ERC2989
Oil Filler Cap - (1) - 625038
'O' Ring/Seal - filler cap - (1)
- 564258
Breather Filter - efi models - (1)
- ERC3209A
Rear
of LH rocker cover.
Cap - breather filter - (1)
- ERC3208A
Plug Lead Retainer - (2) - 603672
Holds
4 leads. (where fitted).
Camshaft
We
stock a full range of Standard camshafts, which
represent good value for money. In addition, we offer
a choice of Performance camshafts - available either
as complete kits or on their own - which are designed
to improve torque and horsepower when fitted to
standard or uprated engines.
Our
Mild Road camshaft gives a noticeable increase in low
rev torque, with smooth idle characteristics and good
fuel economy.
The
Mild Road is a hydraulic camshaft, available on its
own or as part of a kit, including followers, single
valve springs and fitting instructions.
Fast
Road camshafts are available separately as a hydraulic
type only, or in complete kits as hydraulic or solid
camshafts. All Fast Road camshafts are suitable for
engines right up to 5.2 litres. They are particularly
effective when used as part of a complete Performance
package with our Stage 1, 3 or 4 cylinder heads,
uprated fuel systems and Sports Exhausts.
Fast
Road Hydraulic is a hydraulic camshaft which boosts
top-end power whilst retaining low-end torque and good
fuel economy.
Fast
Road Solid is a solid-lifter camshaft available only
as a complete kit, which includes lifters, adjustable
timing chain set, adjustable pushrods, all necessary
gaskets and full instructions. The Fast Road Solid
camshaft is designed for serious performance
applications, where maximum top-end power is required,
whilst still being suitable for the road.
Camshaft - standard;

3.5 Litre - (1) - ETC6099

3.9 Litre - (1) - ERR5924
Camshaft - uprated;

Mild Road - (1) - RB7444KENT
Straight
swap for standard cam. No machining required.
Use
also Anti pump-up followers ERC4949HD and single
springs RB7454.

Fast Road - (1) - RB7445KENT
Machining
required to valve guides & spring platforms.
See
Camshaft Kits if fitting without modified heads.
Cam Follower - hydraulic;
All
models.
Standard

Each - (16) - ERC4949A

Set of 16 - (1) - ERC4949AKIT
Heavy
Duty
Designed
to resist pumping-up until approx. 6500rpm.

Each - (16) - ERC4949HD

Set of 16 - (1) - ERC4949HDKIT
Cam Retaining Collar - (1)
- ERR5926
Fitted
from VIN MA137710 (1995).
Set Screw - retaining collar - (2)
- SH505061
Camshaft Kits - standard;
3.5
Litre

Kit 1 - (1) - RB7125
Includes
standard cam & 16 standard followers.

Kit 2 - (1) - RB7489
Includes
standard cam, 16 standard followers, timing chain,
timing cover gasket & oil seal,
2
rocker cover gaskets, inlet manifold gasket & 2
inlet manifold seals.
3.9
Litre

Kit 1 - (1) - RA1424
Includes
standard cam & 16 standard followers.

Kit 2 - (1) - RA1425
Includes
standard cam, 16 standard followers, timing chain,
timing cover gasket & oil seal,
2
rocker cover gaskets, inlet manifold gasket & 2
inlet manifold seals.
Camshaft Kits - performance;
We
offer two Performance cam kits:- a hydraulic cam kit
and a solid lifter cam kit.
Both
kits are complete and a simple job for the competent
DIY mechanic and both offer a worthwhile performance
gain,
either
on their own or with our Performance cylinder heads.

Fast Road Hydraulic - (1) -
RB7442HYDRAULIC
Kit
includes special grind hydraulic cam, 16 performance
followers,
adjustable
timing chain set, all necessary gaskets & full
instructions.

Fast Road Solid - (1) - RB7442SOLID
Kit
includes special grind solid cam, 16 solid lifters,
adjustable timing chain set,
adjustable
pushrods, all necessary gaskets and full instructions.
Camshaft
Components
Gasket - inlet manifold;

Tin - (1) - ERC3990

Composite - (1) - ERR7306
End Seal - manifold gasket;

For Tin Gasket - (2) - AJM645

For Composite Gasket - (2)
- ERR7283
Clamp - end seal - (2) - 602076
Screw - end seal clamp - (2)
- 602236
All
models.
Standard

Each - (16) - ERC4949A

Set of 16 - (1) - ERC4949AKIT
Heavy
Duty
Designed
to resist pumping-up until approx. 6500rpm.

Each - (16) - ERC4949HD

Set of 16 - (1) - ERC4949HDKIT
Cam Lube - (1) - RX1358
Essential
when installing a new cam & followers.
Timing Disc (protractor) - (1)
- RX1359
Pedestal Shims - (1) - 603734SHIMS
Includes
three sets of shims of different thickness.
Use
to set 'lifter preload' when fitting a new cam with
higher lift than standard.
Woodruff Key - camshaft - (1)
- ERC2838A
Thrust Bolt - camshaft - (1)
- 602227UR
Replaces
the standard (imperial thread) camshaft retaining
bolt.
Abutting
the inside of the timing cover, this Teflon topped
bolt prevents excessive camshaft endfloat.
Timing
Chain
Timing Chain - all models;

Standard - (1) - ERC7929A

Adjustable - kit - (1) - RB7449
Includes
vernier camshaft sprocket, crank sprocket and double
roller chain. Also includes timing protractor and
Allen key.
Allows
extremely accurate cam timing whilst eliminating wear
common in original parts.
Replacement Chain only - double roller - (1)
- RB7450
Camshaft Sprocket;

Standard - nylon teeth - (1)
- 610289

Vernier Type - steel teeth - (1)
- 610289VERN
Crankshaft Sprocket - all models - (1)
- 90602372
Spacer - camshaft - (1) - ERC2839A
Distributor Drive Gear - camshaft - (1)
- 614188A
Washer - camshaft - (1) - ERC6552A
Bolt - camshaft;
7/16"
UNF x 1 1/8"

Standard - (1) - 602227A

Thrust - uprated - (1) - 602227UR

M12 x 30mm (metric alternative) - (1)
- ERC5749
Cam Retaining Collar - (1)
- ERR5926
Fitted
from VIN MA137710 (1995).
Set Screw - retaining collar - (2)
- SH505061
Woodruff Key - camshaft - (1)
- ERC2838A
Timing
Cover & Fittings
Timing
Covers
There are two types of timing
cover fitted to the V8 Discovery (see also
Technical Note on Oil Pumps, on previous
pages).
The first type, fitted to carb & efi
vehicles up to VIN LA (1994), incorporates a
housing for the camshaft-driven oil pump gears
on the lower right hand side of the cover.
These gears are actually driven off the end of
the distributor which is, itself, driven by a
skew gear on the camshaft.
The later type - fitted from VIN MA (April
1994) - features a crank-driven oil pump.
Known also as the 'intermediate' timing cover,
it differs from the Series 2 Range Rover
(Pegasus) type in that it has a provision for
a distributor - driven, as before, by a
camshaft gear.
Although the oil pump design of the later
covers is a big improvement over the earlier
ones, they cannot easily be retro-fitted to
earlier vehicles, as the crank-driven oil pump
requires a long-nose crankshaft, not fitted to
earlier engines. |
Timing Cover;

Carb & Efi up to VIN LA081990 - (1)
- ETC7385A
Up
to 1994.

VIN MA081991 (1995) onwards - (1)
- ERR6814
Gasket - timing cover;

All Engines up to 1994 - (1)
- ERR4936

All Engines 1995 (VIN MA) onwards - (1)
- ERR7280
Timing Cover Oil Seal (front) - (1)
- ERR6490
Retainer - oil seal - (1) -
247766
Screw - retainer - (8) - 78782
Timing Pointer - all models - (1)
- ETC7345A
Screw - timing cover - (2)
- HU755
Washer - (2) - WM600041A
Bolt - timing cover to block;
Regular
Bolts

5/16" UNC x 3" - (1)
- BH505241

5/16" UNC x 3 1/8" - (1)
- 602388

5/16" UNC x 1 1/8" - (1)
- SH505091
Flange
Head Bolts

5/16" UNC x 3 1/8" - (5)
- FB505251S

5/16" UNC x 3 7/8" - (1)
- FB505311S

5/16" UNC x 4 3/4" - (3)
- FB505381S
Nut - timing cover retaining - (1)
- NH605041
Dowel - water pump locating - (2)
- 602201

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