eddie
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Post by eddie on Jul 28, 2013 13:03:44 GMT
i have just tried to start my rover p5 mk 111 and it starts but will not run for long. i do not think the electrical system is working as all other electricals will not work ie wipers,lights and indicators e.t.c. does any one have an answer or something i could try?
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Post by Phil Nottingham on Jul 28, 2013 14:05:43 GMT
Could be anything - you have to start from scratch to eliminate bad wiring/connexions/charging. You will need test instruments and and a circuit diagram and WSM
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Post by Welsh Warlock on Jul 28, 2013 14:09:16 GMT
Tough one.
As Phil says it could be anything but the fact that it starts then dies suggest a bad earth at one of the major earthing points.
Start at the batter negative terminal and then check the earthing strap where it bolts to the body.
Check the earthing strap under the bonnet - offside front wing
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Post by johnwp5bcoupe on Jul 28, 2013 14:11:13 GMT
i have just tried to start my rover p5 mk 111 and it starts but will not run for long. i do not think the electrical system is working as all other electricals will not work ie wipers,lights and indicators e.t.c. does any one have an answer or something i could try? Hi Edward welcome to the Forum   As Phil and Alan point out it's a case of working your way through each item that has failed and for that you will at least need a wiring diagram! are you a member of the P5 Club? |
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eddie
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Post by eddie on Jul 29, 2013 15:02:06 GMT
yeah have been for a while but only just started on my rover recently and wanted to get it started before i look for somewhere to take it to give the engine a good seeing to. I am going to have a couple of hours on it now and try the few suggestions that have been given. thanks for the feedback will let you know how i get on.
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Post by norvin on Jul 29, 2013 18:24:02 GMT
One tip is to photo copy the electrics diagram from the WM or handbook to large scale. have you a meter with a 20v and ohm range, if not you can use a 12v bulb wired up.
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eddie
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Post by eddie on Aug 4, 2013 8:13:40 GMT
well a couple of hours turned into a couple of days. all electrics working now apart from the petrol pump nothing being delivered to the carb. so a new pump needed or an overhaul on the existing. wdyt?
p.s thanks for the help. Much appreciated.
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Post by gavsp5 on Aug 4, 2013 10:50:45 GMT
Go for a new one there not that much ..... At least you know it's new ....
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Post by Phil Nottingham on Aug 4, 2013 15:21:24 GMT
It may be just points sticking in it - they are easy to overhaul - you will need 2 kits to retain the reserve pump. Wadhams has them
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eddie
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Post by eddie on Aug 18, 2013 13:42:40 GMT
just found a cracking company does all fuel related work £ 180 for a new one, £30 for service set (per side) they took pump apart and cleaned points etc then put it back together and it started working. absolutley spot on. Just putting it back together and cleaned glass filter bowl but i now need a rubber seal for it, £2.25 off ebay sorted will try to start up as soon as it gets here. Thanks to all for tips/advice nice to know so many are willing to help. I don't think this will be my lasT time on here as the bodywork is next.
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Post by Phil Nottingham on Aug 18, 2013 17:28:18 GMT
Great - so you recommend them?
If please do give details for other Forum users
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eddie
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Post by eddie on Aug 21, 2013 16:05:09 GMT
Its RPL Carburettor and injection centre.
Devonshire Court
Leycroft Road
Leicester
LE4 1ET
TEL : 08453045088.
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