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geordie40

posted on 15/4/18 at 02:56 PM Reply With Quote
Newbie here, Rover T series question

Hi

Im currently looking at a Robin hood super spec with a Rover T series engine mated to a Ford gearbox and wanted peoples opinion and experience with them. Budget is only about 5K (or thats all the wife will allow!!). They dont seem to have been as popular an engine as the Fords was there a reason for this and is there anything i should e looking out for when viewing.

Thanks

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wylliezx9r

posted on 15/4/18 at 04:32 PM Reply With Quote
Tbh I'd be more worried about the robin hood chassis rather than the engine. They're not known for their sportiness and are pretty heavy. Ok for touring but not a serious sports car in my opinion.

[Edited on 15/4/18 by wylliezx9r]





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geordie40

posted on 15/4/18 at 04:43 PM Reply With Quote
Thanks for the reply but my budget can't stretch to far. This is a link to the advert https://m.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C964472

I drive a diesel insignia everyday so looking for a little something extra

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theconrodkid

posted on 15/4/18 at 05:19 PM Reply With Quote
as above, the chassis is a bit meh, i seem to remember they sold it as a kit including the engine back in the day.
if i was you, i would have a punt round on owners club websites and the likes of fleaby but make sure they are properly registered and not a dutton that looks like an MK etc.





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cliftyhanger

posted on 15/4/18 at 07:19 PM Reply With Quote
Just been nosey. Did teh MoT history check, and it has had several advisories about power steering leaks etc. Nothing major, but surprised about it being fitted with power steering!
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geordie40

posted on 15/4/18 at 07:26 PM Reply With Quote
Hi cliftyhanger I haven't been to see it yet but will chk not history and ask the question. The current owner was the original builder, mot runs out in July so may ask for new mot if I decide to buy
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Dingz

posted on 15/4/18 at 07:28 PM Reply With Quote
Ask some questions on the Rhocar site, lots of experience on there. Think you will find the pas pump is left on the engine but not connected to anything, just a closed circuit.





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geordie40

posted on 15/4/18 at 08:04 PM Reply With Quote
Hi dingz, I have tried to register on the Rhocar site but it's not working atm hence the question here. Thanks for top on steering pump
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ian locostzx9rc2

posted on 15/4/18 at 08:34 PM Reply With Quote
Nice little striker for sale on here link to ad
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demonbarber33

posted on 15/4/18 at 10:22 PM Reply With Quote
Hi I had one had clutch/gearbox issues due to poorly designed adaptor plate, not worth taking a chance on

[Edited on 15/4/18 by demonbarber33]

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