Standard Engines
Standard engines are the choice for anyone wishing to replace a worn-out engine with one of a similar type. These engines are a straight swap, enabling the existing ancillary components and fuel system to be retained.

Performance Engines
Performance engines incorporate modifications designed to increase horsepower & torque - such as big-valve cylinder heads and fast-road camshafts - and usually require modifications to the fuel system (including ECU if fitted).
To gain maximum benefit from our Performance engines, we also recommend fitting tubular manifolds (Sports exhaust system) and K & N air filter(s).

Engine Numbers
V8 Engine Number Identification
We have included a reference chart of V8 engine numbers from 1989 onwards, which will help you to identify the engine fitted to your Discovery.
The engine number is stamped on the left hand side of the block deck, adjacent to the dipstick tube.
The chart also contains a brief description of features, such as compression ratio and gearbox type, and also the approximate year. Therefore, if your engine has been changed at some time, it should still be possible to identify it correctly. To ensure you receive the correct parts, please have your engine number available before ordering.

Power Outputs
The table below is a guide to typical power & torque outputs of our range of V8 Full engines. Please note that these figures are intended only as an indication of the performance potential of each engine. In reality, power figures may vary considerably depending on final application; choice of induction system, exhaust and intended RPM range all have a significant effect on final power output.
To achieve the required power, it may be necessary to modify the fuel system - particularly on fuel injection engines. See Fuel section for details, or speak to our Sales Department for advice.
Each Performance Full engine is supplied with a dyno test sheet, giving actual power figures obtained on the dyno. All Full engines are bench run.

Important Notes

Full & Long Engines

Long Engine Build Up
These engines are supplied less rocker gear, pushrods, sumps & timing covers. It is absolutely essential that these items are checked, cleaned and correctly assembled prior to running your engine.
Check for wear on the underside of rocker shafts, on either side of the pedestals.
Check for wear on the valve tips of rocker arms. Check pushrods for straightness and equal length.
Clean the sump and oil pick-up pipe.
Clean the timing cover and check the oil pump housing for wear and damage.
Replace all seals and gaskets.
If in any doubt, always replace with new components.

Long & Full Engines - Ancillary Components
If you are re-fitting ancillary components - water pump, alternator, distributor, carburettors or fuel injection - check that they are suitable for re-using. We recommend having carburettors serviced and fuel injectors cleaned/replaced before re-fitting.
The cooling system - including the radiator and heater - should be flushed through with clean water and the hoses checked before re-using.
The correct ratio (minimum 33%) of antifreeze must be maintained at all times. Oil coolers should be flushed of old engine oil. Engine & gearbox mountings should be checked and renewed as necessary.
The clutch operating system should be checked for wear.
Rocker covers should be cleaned internally.

All engines - oil pump priming.
All engines not fitted with crank-driven oil pumps should have their oil pumps primed before initial start-up. Please consult a workshop manual for this procedure.
Failure to observe these points may lead to engine damage and may also invalidate the engine's warranty.

Timing Covers & Serpentine Drive Belts
Full engines are supplied with fitted timing covers, as follows:
The timing cover supplied is the Land Rover type, with distributor-driven oil pump (as fitted to Range Rover up to 1994).
For 3.9 litre engines and above, both types of timing cover can be exchanged for the 'intermediate' type timing cover - which incorporates a crank-driven oil pump, provision for a distributor and serpentine ancillary drive belt - for a small extra charge. If required, please request this when ordering your engine (ancillaries fitted to pre '95 vehicles may not be compatible with serpentine timing covers - please contact our Sales Department to verify this).

Short Engines
When building up a short engine to a complete assembly, it is essential to thoroughly examine every part you intend to reuse. We recommend that you pay special attention to the camshaft, followers, pushrods & rocker gear, checking carefully for signs of wear; reusing worn parts is false economy and you risk contaminating your new engine with abrasive particles.
The following parts MUST be meticulously cleaned prior to fitting:
Sump & oil pick-up pipe
Timing cover & oil pump assembly
Cylinder heads
Rocker covers
Failure to observe these points may lead to engine damage and may invalidate the engine's warranty.

Short Engines - Ancillary Components
If you are re-fitting ancillary components - water pump, alternator, distributor, carburettors or fuel injection - check that they are suitable for re-using. We recommend having carburettors serviced and fuel injectors cleaned/replaced before re-fitting.
The cooling system - including the radiator and heater - should be flushed through with clean water and the hoses checked before re-using. The correct ratio (minimum 33%) of antifreeze must be maintained at all times. Oil coolers should be flushed of old engine oil. Engine & gearbox mountings should be checked and renewed as necessary.
The clutch operating system should be checked for wear.

All engines - oil pump priming.
All engines not fitted with crank-driven oil pumps should have their oil pumps primed before initial start-up. Please consult a workshop manual for this procedure.
Failure to observe these points may lead to engine damage and may also invalidate the engine's warranty.

Note: All engines are sold on an exchange basis. The old unit must be a suitable type - please verify with our Sales Department if you intend to upgrade and install a different engine to that fitted. All full engines, including 4.6 litre, are suitable as direct replacements for any Rover V8 engine. However, modifications to the fuel system (including ECU if fitted) may be required when replacing a 3.5 or 3.9 litre engine with a larger capacity unit.
All Standard engines are compatible with unleaded petrol/lpg and are bench run.
For manual transmission vehicles, we recommend fitting a new clutch while the engine is being replaced.

Engine Definitions

Full Engine
Built-up engine assembly, comprising block (crank, rods & pistons), cylinder heads (valves, guides & springs), camshaft & timing gear, rocker gear, pushrods and fitted sump, timing cover and oil pump.
Full engines are either bench-run or dyno tested.

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

Note: All engines are sold on an exchange basis. The old unit must be a suitable type - please verify with our Sales Department if you intend to upgrade and install a different engine to that fitted. All full engines, including 4.6 litre, are suitable as direct replacements for any Rover V8 engine. However, modifications to the fuel system (including ECU if fitted) may be required when replacing a 3.5 or 3.9 litre engine with a larger capacity unit.
All Standard engines are compatible with unleaded petrol/lpg and are bench run.
For manual transmission vehicles, we recommend fitting a new clutch while the engine is being replaced.

Timing Covers & Serpentine Drive Belts
Full engines are supplied with fitted timing covers, as follows:
The timing cover supplied is the Land Rover type, with distributor-driven oil pump (as fitted to Range Rover up to 1994).
For 3.9 litre engines and above, both types of timing cover can be exchanged for the 'intermediate' type timing cover - which incorporates a crank-driven oil pump, provision for a distributor and serpentine ancillary drive belt - for a small extra charge. If required, please request this when ordering your engine (ancillaries fitted to pre '95 vehicles may not be compatible with serpentine timing covers - please contact our Sales Department to verify this).

Full Engines - Performance

Basic Specifications
All Performance engines are built around a crossbolted, large-journal block; all feature a Performance camshaft (the type depends on the intended application) and double roller timing chain sets. Finally, Performance engines are all fitted with fully ported and polished, big valve cylinder heads, to Stage 3 specification or above (See Performance Cylinder Heads for details).

Performance Full Engine;
4.0 Litre - (1) - RA1230R
4.6 Litre - (1) - RA1231R
4.8 Litre - (1) - RA1232R
5.2 Litre - (1) - RA1339

Note: All engines are sold on an exchange basis. The old unit must be a suitable type - please verify with our Sales Department if you intend to upgrade and install a different engine to that fitted. All full engines, including 5.2 litre, are suitable as direct replacements for any Rover V8 engine. However, modifications to the fuel system (including ECU if fitted) may be required when replacing a 3.5 or 3.9 litre engine with a larger capacity unit.
All Performance engines are compatible with unleaded petrol/lpg and are bench run.
For manual transmission vehicles, we recommend fitting a new clutch while the engine is being replaced.

Timing Covers & Serpentine Drive Belts
Full engines are supplied with fitted timing covers, as follows:
The timing cover supplied is the Land Rover type, with distributor-driven oil pump (as fitted to Range Rover up to 1994).
For 3.9 litre engines and above, both types of timing cover can be exchanged for the 'intermediate' type timing cover - which incorporates a crank-driven oil pump, provision for a distributor and serpentine ancillary drive belt - for a small extra charge. If required, please request this when ordering your engine (ancillaries fitted to pre '95 vehicles may not be compatible with serpentine timing covers - please contact our Sales Department to verify this).

Engine Balancing
All Performance engines are dynamically balanced (ie their rotating components are balanced individually and not as one assembly). The benefit of balancing in this way is that individual components can be replaced, if need be, without upsetting the balance of the whole engine.
However, the benefits of balancing the engine are lost if any of the associated rotating parts are not also balanced; therefore, we strongly recommend that your crankshaft pulley and flywheel (manual transmission vehicles) are neutrally balanced before being fitted to your engine.
As there are numerous variations of crankshaft pulley and flywheel, the easiest way to make sure you have the correct, balanced components for your needs is to send us your original crank pulley and flywheel for balancing at the time of placing your engine order. These items will then be balanced (at extra cost) and returned to you with your engine.

Full Engine Installation Kits

Includes oil, oil filter gaskets etc.

Kit includes engine to bellhousing bolts & washers.

Short Engines

Important Notes
SHORT ENGINE BUILD-UP
When building up a short engine to a complete assembly, it is essential to thoroughly examine every part you intend to reuse. We recommend that you pay special attention to the camshaft, followers, pushrods & rocker gear, checking carefully for signs of wear; reusing worn parts is false economy and you risk contaminating your new engine with abrasive particles.
The following parts MUST be meticulously cleaned prior to fitting:
Sump & oil pick-up pipe
Timing cover & oil pump assembly
Cylinder heads
Rocker covers
Failure to observe these points may lead to engine damage and may invalidate the engine's warranty.

Short Engines - Ancillary Components.
If you are re-fitting ancillary components - water pump, alternator, distributor, carburettors or fuel injection - check that they are suitable for re-using. We recommend having carburettors serviced and fuel injectors cleaned/replaced before re-fitting.
The cooling system - including the radiator and heater - should be flushed through with clean water and the hoses checked before re-using.
The correct ratio (minimum 33%) of antifreeze must be maintained at all times. Oil coolers should be flushed of old engine oil.
Engine & gearbox mountings should be checked and renewed as necessary.
The clutch operating system should be checked for wear.
All engines - oil pump priming.
All engines not fitted with crank-driven oil pumps should have their oil pumps primed before initial start-up. Please consult a workshop manual for this procedure.
TIMING COVERS
If the timing cover you intend to fit to your short engine incorporates a crank-driven oil pump, please inform the Sales Department at the time of ordering (3.5 & 3.9 litre Standard Short Engines only).
Uprated 3.9 litre Short engines, as well as all Short Engines of 4.0 litres and above, are suitable for timing covers which incorporate crank-driven oil pumps. If fitting the earlier type of timing cover - with camshaft-driven oil pump - to a short engine of 4.0 litres or above, please also request crank spacer, part no. STC1893SPACER, which will ensure the crankshaft pulley is securely fitted. If in any doubt, a member of our Sales Department will be pleased to help you.

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

3.5 Litre - (1) - ERC6934

3.9 & 4.2 Litre - (1) - ERR7350

4.0 & 4.6 Litre - (1) - LCF104860

Series 2 Range Rover Type.

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.

As above, but kit includes standard size 9.35:1 compression pistons and rings for 3.9 conversions.

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

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

All models to 1991 - (1) - GUG1538CS

All models 1992 onwards - (1) - STC1639

Cruciform seal.

All engines.

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

4.0 & 4.6 Models - (1) - STC1961

Alternative to tap.

Lower bellhousing flange.

All models.

Used instead of standard main bearing bolts, studs provide superior clamping for main bearing caps, preventing them from coming loose. (Engine set).

4.0 & 4.6 litre engines.

4.0 & 4.6 litre engines.

For FB110137.

For SS1100555.

Except 4.0 & 4.6 litre engines.

Early engines.

Later models - replaces breather.

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

4.0 & 4.6 engines - (2) - ERR4314

Sump Pan/Oil Pick-Up & Dipstick

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

3.5 Litre - (1) - ETC5679

3.9 Litre - (1) - ERR4866

3.5 Litre - (1) - ETC7340

3.9 Litre - (1) - ERR3442

3.5 Litre - (1) - ETC4330

3.9 Litre - (1) - ERR2799

3.5 Litre - (1) - 603301

3.9 Litre - (1) - ETC7996

5/16 UNF" x 1 5/8".

Flywheel & Driveplate

Complete assembly.

1.25mm - (ar) - FRC9203

1.45mm - (ar) - FRC9205

1.65mm - (ar) - FRC9207

1.85mm - (ar) - FRC9209

2.05mm - (ar) - FRC9211

Pistons

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

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

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

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

3.5, 3.9 & 4.2 - (16) - 602609

4.0 & 4.6 - (16) - ERR1772

Not 4.0 & 4.6 litre engines.

Engine set of high performance ARP forged chrome moly' steel bolts & nuts. Not suitable for 4.0 & 4.6 litre engines.

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

Standard size.

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

All 3.5 litre engines.

Manual Gearbox - (1) - ERC8501

Automatic Gearbox - (1) - ERR2490

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

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

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) - ERR2944

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.

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

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.

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.

Inlet

Standard Size - (8) - ERC224A

Oversize +0.010" - (8) - ERC225A

Exhaust

Standard Size - (8) - ERC210A

Oversize +0.010" - (8) - ERC211A

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.

Inlet - (8) - RB7463

Exhaust - (8) - RB7464

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

Hi-Tech Type (inlet & exhaust) - (16) - ERR1782

Neoprene type. Not suitable for earlier models - pre 1994.

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.

Standard (single springs) - (16) - ERC573A

Uprated Double Valve Springs - (16) - ERC573S

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

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

Unpainted - (1) - RB7431

Powder Coated

Black - (1) - RB7431RPCBLACK

Red - (1) - RB7431RPCRED

Standard - (2) - GEG436

Uprated (rubber) - (2) - GEG436UPRATED

Cross-Head Screw Type

Long - (4) - 603127

Short - (4) - 602530

8mm Spline Head Type

Long - (4) - ERR7371

Short - (4) - ERR4818

American style rocker cover hold down bolts, supplied in sets of 4 (2 sets req'd).

Original - (1) - RB7432

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

Powder Coated

Black - (1) - RB7432PCBLACK

Red - (1) - RB7432PCRED

Chrome - (1) - RB7432C

Rear of LH rocker cover.

Holds 4 leads. (where fitted).

Camshaft

3.5 Litre - (1) - ETC6099

3.9 Litre - (1) - ERR5924

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.

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

Fitted from VIN MA137710 (1995).

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.

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

Tin - (1) - ERC3990

Composite - (1) - ERR7306

For Tin Gasket - (2) - AJM645

For Composite Gasket - (2) - ERR7283

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

Essential when installing a new cam & followers.

Includes three sets of shims of different thickness.

Use to set 'lifter preload' when fitting a new cam with higher lift than standard.

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

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.

Standard - nylon teeth - (1) - 610289

Vernier Type - steel teeth - (1) - 610289VERN

7/16" UNF x 1 1/8"

Standard - (1) - 602227A

Thrust - uprated - (1) - 602227UR

M12 x 30mm (metric alternative) - (1) - ERC5749

Fitted from VIN MA137710 (1995).

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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