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u352
| | Posted on Sunday, October 06, 2002 - 05:03 pm: | 
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I just got back from MAR 2002 and have to say that I am hooked. I like the looks and simplicity of the series rovers and would like advice on what to look for when buying one and which series is better to get into.
Thanks again for all of the good fun at MAR. |
Markd1x2 (Markd1x2)
| | Posted on Sunday, October 06, 2002 - 05:27 pm: |
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It was fun wheel'n with you folks at MAR.
Good Luck with the quest for a Series truck!
.... and thanks for videoing my truck.
I should be posting some pics soon.
Mark |
Leslie N. Bright (Leslie)
| | Posted on Monday, October 07, 2002 - 08:11 am: |
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It all depends....
For a first Series, I'd suggest a SIIa or a SIII (don't go SI for your first, unless you just HAVE to have one).
For carrying several people around, a 109" 5-door works well, but I like an 88" on trails better. A 109" 3-door is good if you need a truck, but want to have something open.
What are YOU wanting in a Series? Do you want something with a soft/open top, or do you want a hardtop? Do you want a short one, or something longer?
If you're flexible, then buy the best one that you come across. If there's something specific you're wanting, then wait until you find the right Rover.
Give us some more info, and we'll help ya more....
-L |
the Big Daddy
| | Posted on Monday, October 07, 2002 - 11:22 am: |
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As Leslie says, What do you want to do with your series ? I've an 88 that went everywhere at MAR . The ride home was not quite as comfortable as a Disco or RRC. |
Dave
| | Posted on Monday, October 07, 2002 - 11:23 am: |
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Check Roversdownsouth.com
They have a new chasis setup that looks like a damn good deal... |
R. B. Bailey (Rover50987)
| | Posted on Monday, October 07, 2002 - 01:46 pm: |
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If you have the money, by all means, build your own!! But if not:
1. Rust?
2. Does it run?
3. Rust?
4. Does it stay in gear and run?
5. Rust?
6. Is it otherwise in good condition?
7. Rust? |
u352
| | Posted on Monday, October 07, 2002 - 08:51 pm: |
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I realise that it may not be the best ride in town but that is ok. But the rust thing is concerning me. I know it is a concern and a very serious one at that but what about the gearing issue and does it stay running. I heard of a guy in norfolk that uses different engines in them that run sweet. Anyone know about his retrofit? |
u352
| | Posted on Monday, October 07, 2002 - 08:59 pm: |
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http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1866255926
What do you think about this Series Rover? |
Neal Glessner (Nealg)
| | Posted on Monday, October 07, 2002 - 09:08 pm: |
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he he! I took U353 to MAR and now he has the bug! |
u352
| | Posted on Monday, October 07, 2002 - 09:13 pm: |
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Bastard! |
Leslie N. Bright (Leslie)
| | Posted on Monday, October 07, 2002 - 09:40 pm: |
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Robert Davis. It's a crossflow GM engine that's was spec'd out to be what a stock Series trans could take. What's nice about it is that you can swap it in with no permanent alterations made, driving around with a lot more power, and then swap back to the stock engine if you decide to sell it.
Rust: yep! Get a hammer, crawl under it, and whack to fool out of the entire chassis. If the hammer dents it anywhere, well, eventually you'll be swapping frames. Big areas for frame problems are in the bulkhead outriggers, the frame horns, and the rear crossmember. The bulkhead is also subject to rust, in the footwells, the doorposts, and around the vent-flaps. The underside of the doorframes is also likely to be rusted out, too.
Corrosion of the aluminum is also a problem, especially in the rear tub of NADA SIII rovers.
As the trans wears, sometimes it won't stay in gear, just jumping out to neutral. Also, realize that the diffs are geared as a 4.7.... great for low-speed off-roading, not great at freeway speeds.
These things are simple to keep running, though, it's a great platform to learn the basics of how an automobile works, and how to work on them.
-L |
Markd1x2 (Markd1x2)
| | Posted on Monday, October 07, 2002 - 10:09 pm: |
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U352,
I know who you are and I know you tolerate a lotta shit from Neal. Don't let him bother you... you know way too much about him..... but calling him a bastard is a bit harsh ... unless it's true.
hehehehehehehehehehehehe
Mark |
Javier Velador (Jvelador)
| | Posted on Tuesday, October 15, 2002 - 01:33 am: |
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http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1867269429&rd=1
You have until 4pm PST on Tue 10/15 to bid on this. When I looked, the price was $1825. It's back east in Maine.
Go get it, U!! |
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