Hi Sheldon shame you are selling it, it's a great looking car very nice indeed the best you've owned I'd say cheers 🥂
@daveshongkongchinachannel4 ай бұрын
I think you’re draft to get rid of such a nice example. I’d at least get the rocker covers off and have a closer look at that lifter. Wouldn’t take much time and effort to do. As for working on the V8, they’re mechanically quite simple and should be no more daunting to work on than the 4 cylinder models. Understand your lack of a proper space to do any in-depth work but if you get the rocker covers off first you might find that a major rebuild is unnecessary. Also, this would provide some good footage and even if you still intend to sell it on, you might get a better price for it if you have a better idea of the condition of the engine.
@jeffsmith8464 ай бұрын
The best things about the UK: Begins with "P" and ends with "UB" also oil in a tin can instead of plastic. You know where you are in life in the scheme of things, but hate to see you get rid of a nice car that you could enjoy. I did live in England for three years and I know how hard it is to find a nice older car there. The lifter could still clear itself when you drive it with some clean detergent oil in it. Look forward to future videos and thanks for posting.
@terryatkinson31824 ай бұрын
Don't throw the old oil away, paint your fence/shed with it. My shed is 23 years old and only painted in used engine oil all these years 😊
@PJ-ml3yy4 ай бұрын
Agree. I miss doing my own oil changes for that reason.
@MichaelThomas-be7gq4 ай бұрын
Sticky lifters are very common with a V8 that is left and not driven. I had a sticky lifter on my V8 - I used some Tecsol but they are long gone. Try some Liqui-moly Lifter Additive drop it into the oil and run the engine for 25-50 miles, get it warm, then see what the pressure is. If the pressure is in range - drive it. V8's have to be driven. That engine, if it starts, is one tough MF. If the gearbox is good, the engine is great. Drive it.
@peterh47614 ай бұрын
Do the oil filter from under the car on these fella :)
@classic_britain4 ай бұрын
Yeah we did in the end but due to the camber on the road it was tight!
@MrBrianc19754 ай бұрын
That oil looks like one of those trendy green smoothies but it's probably cheaper! Great video. David makes me laugh. It would be cool to get a mini.
@sinistercharger4 ай бұрын
If you don't have the P6..What will you use for content? Passing the driving test and being able to actually drive these cars should be a priority I think
@classic_britain4 ай бұрын
Don't worry I will get another car
@MrBrianc19754 ай бұрын
Smart car incoming!
@richardsutton014 ай бұрын
One of the most popular and well-regarded oils from the golden days of British motoring was Duckhams 20W-50 mineral oil (no synthetic in those days) which was always discernible by its green colour. The Halfords oil is either dyed green as a homage to those long lost days or, more likely, it is manufactured for Halfords by Duckhams themselves. Richard
@michaelstaunton16324 ай бұрын
Best of luck with everything going forward 👍👍👍
@Vince_uk4 ай бұрын
That is a lovely car Sheldon
@davidrobinson87054 ай бұрын
I’ve been admiring your new P6 in the latest videos, looks like a very clean example you’ve got there…although perhaps not the best engine! I’ve been giving it some thought. I’m no mechanic, so take my opinion with a pinch of salt, however I am an engineer. You showed that the carbs had been out of sync and that linkage had effectively been providing much less fuel to one bank of cylinders? I’m thinking this would surely run four pistons very lean, resulting in increased temperature on those four. When you did the compression test you struggled to get half the spark plugs out - were they all down the same bank of cylinders? Suggests to you’d want to replace the head if it’s warped and perhaps a rebore and engine rebuild. I appreciate it would be a huge initial outlay but if the car has a good superstructure under those panels then it will be a worthwhile investment. Having shopped around for P6s, it seems to me that the truly clean cars (which don’t require extensive welding and restoration) are few and far between. Arguably the coveted Rover V8 under the bonnet is the cheapest, most readily available part of the car. Plus you could make some excellent content covering the rebuild 👨🏻🔧 Loving the new videos, thank you as always!
@salparadise85814 ай бұрын
Entertaining always! Perhaps a new Mini Adventure to come
@Parknest4 ай бұрын
I once had to change the oil filter on a 2007 VW Beetle. I tried almost everything including the screwdriver method but it wouldn't budge. In the end I got it off with a chain wrench.
@saw00see4 ай бұрын
Tip for pouring oil from a full can... turn the can over so the spout is at the 'top' edge.. it lets the air in and doesn't glug everywhere. Thanks for the video.
@brianwhittington50864 ай бұрын
Hi Sheldon. Best way to change the V8 oil is to get it warm first. Then, take the filter off from underneath, far better access. Clean the pump face, and almost fill the new filter with oil and smear a little on the seal before fitting. Hand tighten, plus a bit more twist is enough, then drain the old oil. David should throw that blue handle away and keep the chain. Get an old 1/2" drive, big chunkysize, long reach socket Drill a hole through it, half way down the length, just big enough to pass the chain through and make it into a permanent loop. You can then slip the chain loop around the filter and use a ratchet and extension to twit it to grip. You can buy a similar tool, but home made is much cheaper.
@and35834 ай бұрын
A "sticky lifter" eh? They should make them join the Army
@minisareus4 ай бұрын
Good evening Sheldon
@q13465yswz4 ай бұрын
Thanks Sheldon for making some great videos about hour car journey. I did hope You would keep the rover, because You have been jumping between many cars. But it is good to think about the ecconemy. But I do think You must think about to have a base, a workshop before You buy an other car. Because else You would have the same problem over and over again.
@johnnorth93554 ай бұрын
The car needs a garage if it is to last. That is true for any that you buy and try and maintain. Make a plan for that and all then becomes possible. Rather than a Mini an 1100/1300 may be better (Mini's very susceptible to being stolen) ? Same powetrain and if you cant fix an A series you aint trying 🙂. Good luck.
@petergrinnell25004 ай бұрын
Old David talks like a true English gentleman bet he is full of knowledge thats a real nice rover P6 and a V8 as well just sort the lifter out bet that oil wasn't cheap as it Halfords classic I'm sure there is something you can put in the oil bet in the comments will give you some advice don't sell it as you will regret it
@jimmyquinn96394 ай бұрын
Car. Is looking good sheldon
@TheClockwise7704 ай бұрын
The best way to change a P6 filter is from underneath it's a simple job from there
@michaelwilson38444 ай бұрын
I know David is a good friend but the poor chap has been working in the rain , changing brake pipes , callipers, now changing oil filter and draining oil , in a previous video you said about his health , I’m sure you will say he enjoys it but give a thought to him he’s a lovely fella , you are now saying you are thinking of selling it , hope the chap you got it from has been paid or his mother not sure who you said owned it .best of luck for the future and hope your health improves
@geoffthecarpenter4 ай бұрын
Some moron must have tightened the filter with a tool ,smear oil on the rubber seal and hand tight only, I'd take it for a good run when the weather gets warmer then dump it again, also you would be advised to put zinc additive in it, have fun stay safe👍
@creator0004 ай бұрын
She is a great looking car in good condition. Don't be put off by the noise. Just take the cover of and have a look first. You will kick yourself if whoever buys it says they fixed it in an hour.
@DipstickUK4 ай бұрын
Great series of videos Sheldon.....awesome to see you back...was bit worried there for a bit. Saw your live one explaining all. Keep up the good work...love watching your content. Your channel is one of the reasons I've dipped my toe into the world of youtube. Bumped into you ('interrupted' @ Penzance Rotary last year). IF...you ever need assistance in anything then don't hesitate to drop me a message. Us Cornish guys got to stick together :) I've a Disco & 3.5t beavertail trailer if you ever get stuck or need help. Just ask! :)
@classic_britain4 ай бұрын
Thanks mate that's very kind of you mate I do rember you!
@deanwebb48094 ай бұрын
I know you look for the p6 esates but on face book i saw pictures of a 2 door p6 and a convertable ever tried looking for them
@peterh47613 ай бұрын
That oil doesn't have enough Zinc in it for the v8
@laurendavies98473 ай бұрын
Have you pasted you driving test yet
@johnpage25794 ай бұрын
hydronic lifters usually run on a much thinner oil. try flushing it and try 5-30w you may be surprised.
@leonardgoldberg28794 ай бұрын
That engine was never designed for such thin oil. Back in the 70's most cars ran on 20w-50. The thinnest i would run is 10w-40 mineral.
@MichaelThomas-be7gq4 ай бұрын
NEVER RUN A ROVER V8 ON 5/30. 20W/50 minimum.
@darrenhalsall28384 ай бұрын
Thanks
@classic_britain4 ай бұрын
Thanks Darren!
@minisareus4 ай бұрын
No wonder the belt went its a ford belt on a rover
@richardhunt13844 ай бұрын
Feck me that oil filter a piece of piss to get too!! Should try some the truly bloody awful positions manufacturers stick them now, if you haven't got the right specific oil filter tool to do job then you're stuck. Also good to know a Ford Motorcraft belt will fit a V8 Rover engine. 😂😂 Duckems Oil is also green so the customer could check that they had actually been charged or know they had had Duckems oil used. Not actually sure if that's true but still. 😂
@arthuradderley58724 ай бұрын
Shame you're selling it but I understand why. Get to the pub 🍺🍺
@johnpage25794 ай бұрын
thats some thick oil wow must be murder on a cold engine.
@classic_britain4 ай бұрын
Not really they are 20/50 from new
@darrenhalsall28384 ай бұрын
O sou not ceping it
@minisareus4 ай бұрын
Its mineral oil
@normalpigeons51904 ай бұрын
you should grab a frog
@alangreenwood96384 ай бұрын
Surely your goal should be to pass your driving test first
@classic_britain4 ай бұрын
I said that in the video....
@rjauto72154 ай бұрын
No wonder your video do so bad.stop. talking about mums and talk about cars fella.ps your car looks fantastic really nice good luck with it 👍
@classic_britain4 ай бұрын
2700 in one day is hardly bad....
@justso18234 ай бұрын
Just sort the lifter stop looking for excuses
@dave-huston-dublin4 ай бұрын
Always interesting, Looking forward to the next one.