Hi Rod. Got your PM and replied. Thanks, Michel
Started #720 today and getting to know the beast. Is the gear lever original? My other Series have "crooked" levers, but this one looks like it from a Plumber's sullies store. Does anyone know what these "Magneto" switches for?
Thanks,
Michel
Hi Michel,
I'm just getting started with the NADA variant myself, so I'm no expert. But, every example I've seen has a straight stick, I believe it has to do with the fact that the bulkhead/firewall is pushed further into the truck to account for the longer engine, so there is not enough room for the "bent" stick. If you send me your email, I can send you the specific service manual and a nearly complete parts manual specific to the NADA which others were kind enough to provide to me. Best, Rod
PS No idea on the magneto switch, but given the plate itself is different than the other dash (that black vinyl stuff is unique to the NADA I believe), it's probably a mod made by a PO.
16 December
My spare head has 2 part numbers stamped in it. 522668 and 557536. Neither appears in my 3.0 Rover Parts Catalogue. My 2.6 Rover Parts Catalogue has been misplaced.
Jim
Thank you Jim, the mystery deepens...
So, several of us have heads stamped 542350 (the NADA parts book states 542349 - one digit off), someone on the GNR forum said 512850 is the number on his multiple heads which he states have not come off the block, and now your cylinder head with two number's stamped on it; neither of which match any of the others. Very strange... Separately, can someone point me to where on the engine the 343xxxxx number should be? Thanks, Rod
Indeed, only these NADA had Vinyl-coated dash plates. Not an improvement, IMHO....
Any reference material would be greatly appreciated! My email adress is michelo110@yahoo.com
Hi Michel,
Email sent with a nearly complete Parts Manual (if someone has a complete one, please share, mine has several pages missing, and the Service manual (thanks to Jim and Josh respectively!).
I agree that it would be much simpler to restore if it was just shiny or matt black paint!
If you have a chance to look at the part number on your cylinder head and chime in as to what you have, might add a little color to the discussion below.
Thanks, Rod
When I send a Parts Catalogue by email I do not send duplicate drawings pages. If you are missing description pages send the numbers to me and I'll send them to you. I will send the 2 of you the Page that describes the differences between the 4 cyl and 6 cal NADA. It answers some of the questions you seek answers too. Rod did my 2 part #2 reach you?
Jim