[Rovernet] R: - 4 pots Rover p6 engine and Volkswagen engine mounts - please references

Thu Aug 13 14:00:12 EDT 2020

Buon giorno , Gianluca !
I did that to my TC ,  I had to enlarge  the holes in the frame just a
little bit  since the VW mount is slightly fatter than the original.
I read Demetris' post at classicroverforum  ( THANK YOU , DEMETRIS !! ).

Ciao,
 JP Scoseria

On Thu, Aug 13, 2020, 1:38 PM Ruotolo Gianluca (G&M CS) via Rovernet <
rovernet at rovernet.org> wrote:

> Dear friends hope you all are well.
> It is a very long time since.
>
> My 2000 TC is going quite well and during this lockdown I' ve been using
> it quite often.
>
> Please one info.
> On a Rover p6 facebook group I' ve seen a discussion about Rover P6 engine
> mounts.
> Someone changed them and fitted VolksWagen ones instead, normally used on
> 85 - 92 Jettas and Golf.
> I do not need them now, but I'd like to have the references.
>
> Have a look at the link which was posted.
> The others to borrow the parts, see in the text, do not work.
>
> Did someone do the upgrade?
> Did it work well?
>
> Thanks in advance for your answers and best regards.
>
> Ciao, Gianluca.
>
>
> http://www.classicroverforum.net/index.php?threads/engine-mounts-4-cyl.33059/page-2
>
> Fantastic upgrade!! I have been frustrated by worn engine mounts for the
> last couple of years, the situation is now so bad the engine almost jumps
> from the bonnet on firing up!, not to mention a very annoying tapping on
> the gearbox tunnel while the engine starts. After a quick word with
> Demetris I cant wait to try this!!
> simmosimkins
> Member
> Apr 7, 2013#22
> Massive thanks to Demetris, set me well on the way to sorting out this
> issue that has been frustrating me for the last couple of years, top guy!!
> sdibbers
> sdibbers
> Well-Known Member
> Apr 28, 2013#23
> Hey Demitrius,
>
> I think I have the same problem on my car with mounts and reversed
> brackets. Could you let me know if the VW Golf gearbox mounts were for an
> automatic or manual diesel model?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Steven
> Demetris
> Demetris
> Well-Known Member
> Apr 28, 2013#24
> Hi Steven,
> Unfortunately i don't have any part numbers at hand, but the exact mount
> that i fitted in my car was this:
> http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Gearbox-E...s=63&clkid=6771754160825602292&_qi=RTM1178011
> It seems that they where fitted as manual gearbox mount on a variety of
> VAG cars during the late '80 to early '90s, including diesels.
>
> By the way they are still holding fine in my car.
> sdibbers
> sdibbers
> Well-Known Member
> Apr 28, 2013#25
> Great news! I've found a US based VW specialist that stocks them and has a
> handy application list. Seems they were used on all Golfs and Jettas from
> 85-92 wuth manual or auto gearboxes and petrol or diesel engines. Strangely
> enough I had an 87 Golf and replaced that exact mount years ago and never
> made the connection (duh!). To be fair I think it was before I owned my
> 2000TC
> sdibbers
> sdibbers
> Well-Known Member
> Apr 28, 2013#26
> Great news! I've found a US based VW specialist that stocks them and has a
> handy application list. Seems they were used on all Golfs and Jettas from
> 85-92 wuth manual or auto gearboxes and petrol or diesel engines. Strangely
> enough I had an 87 Golf and replaced that exact mount years ago and never
> made the connection (duh!). To be fair I think it was before I owned my
> 2000TC.
>
> Linky: http://www.partsplaceinc.com/products/p ... 2&sku=9216
> simmosimkins
> Member
> Jul 21, 2013#27
> FULL MARKS TO DEMETRIS !!!!!!!!!!!!!
>
> THIS IS A SPOT ON MODIFICATION
>
> DISADVANTAGES ........................ no ,sorry, stuck on that one!
>
> ADVANTAGES
>
> 1 Cheap parts to buy (£30 a pair delivered)
> 2 Very easy to fit
> 3 Once done much easier to fit and remove (no need to lock the awkward to
> reach bottom engine mount nut whilts undoing the top one) Mod has threaded
> insert- one top bolt only.
> 4 You cant get the origionals and
> 5 Why would you want to , these mounts are far superior (in my opinion)
> 6 No engine noise/vibration transmission, if it were not for my sports
> stainless it would be very hard to tell if the engine is still running at
> the lights!
>
> THERE IS NO REASON WHATSOEVER NOT TO DO THIS, TREAT YOURSELVES!!!!!!!
>
> BIG THANKS AGAIN TO DEMETRIS
> Brian-Northampton
> Administrator
> Jul 21, 2013#28
> Looking forward to all those benefits .......
>
> Just got to put the exhaust back and the inlet manifold, then it's time
> for a test drive!
> Barten
> Barten
> Active Member
> Jul 22, 2013#29
> Very good new for "smoothing" the four cylinder cars it seems. Well done
> Demetris! I am just wondering if these mount can be used on a 1965 2000
> also? If thats the case I better order 2 for the future restoration.
> regards, Barten
> Demetris
> Demetris
> Well-Known Member
> Jul 23, 2013#30
> Thanks, i think that i was just lucky to spot the compatibility.
>
> Barten, i don't see why these mountings could not be fitted into an early
> car. As far as i know the design of the 4 cyl mounting did not change
> through the years.
> The Rovering Member
> The Rovering Member
> Well-Known Member
> Jul 23, 2013#31
> I'll be investing in a pair of these for Bruiser too. Nice investigative
> work.
> suffolkpete
> suffolkpete
> Member
> Oct 30, 2013#32
> I've just done the same job on my 2200SC. I obtained my mounts from GSF. I
> found that I had to remove the exhaust manifold to gain access to the
> left-hand mounting and 65mm was too long as the bolts bottomed. Also the
> unthreaded shank of the bolt was too long. Perhaps setscrews should be used
> instead. I have to say, though, that I haven't experienced the same
> improvement that others have. The vibration is very harsh when first
> started from cold, although it gets better as the engine warms up,
> presumably the rubber is more compliant when it's warm, but even then it's
> no better than the originals.
>
>
> -----Messaggio originale-----
> Da: Rovernet <rovernet-bounces at rovernet.org> Per conto di Tom Rymes via
> Rovernet
> Inviato: giovedì 6 agosto 2020 12:03
> A: Rovernet <rovernet at rovernet.org>
> Cc: Tom Rymes <tom at rymes.net>
> Oggetto: Re: [Rovernet] "I'll take Rover parts for $200, Alex"
>
> Lance,
>
> If they’re like my car, press the disc in and the headrest slides back and
> forth.
>
> Tom
>
> > On Aug 6, 2020, at 12:30 AM, LANCE LA CERTE PSY D via Rovernet <
> rovernet at rovernet.org> wrote:
> >
> > My car:   '70 3500S NADA
> >
> > I was just gifted a NOS "Passenger's grab handle complete",  Optional
> Equipment # 366837 for "cars numbered in the range 425-428 only".
> >
> > It comes complete with mounting hardware (nuts and washers).    Does
> anyone have any idea where and how this was to be mounted, have any photos,
> and any recommendations?
> >
> > Additionally, I also received a pair of the "ET" headrests in excellent
> condition.  I can see what appears to be a hinged/cantilevered mechanism
> inside, as well as the chrome disc/button on the side, but have no idea how
> this mechanism works for apparent adjustment.
> >
> > Any help would be appreciated,   Lance
>
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