Hi all. I am in Australia and have purchased a 1980 Series iii 109 HardTop. It has a 5 bearing diesel in however the engine number is not your typical number. It is S11J00388C. From my understanding the S could indicate that this is a replacement engine and the 11J is a military spec engine. Can anyone confirm (or deny this)?
Dr Strangeglove
Well-Known Member
Probably better putting this in the series section.
I have as well but I thought I would try here because it doesn't appear to be a series engine. I think it's from a 90/110 hence why I posted.
Hicap phill
Well-Known Member
Take a photo of the complete engine they may be able to tell what type it is
Dr Strangeglove
Well-Known Member
In which case that is a good idea. However I agree with Hicap Phil, photo will hopefully get a better and more accurate response.
I hope you get the info you need. It may be worth asking on the LRUK forum too as there seem to be lots of knowledgeable series guys on there.
Good luck with your quest, and with the LR - I wish you a happy new year too!
Turboman
Mab An Gov
No idea about the S, but 11J is used on 2.5 Naturally Aspirated diesels.
Like they say, ^^^^^^, pics of the entire engine would be helpful.
Turboman
Mab An Gov
Interesting. The fuel injection pump is in the location where I would expect to see it on a 2286 cc Diesel engine.
But the Engine number appears to be that of a 2.5 NA.
Guessing your suggestion is right, engine rebuilt at a previous time by a reconditioner, who has used parts of several different engines to rebuild it.
Hicap phill
Well-Known Member
Well that has blown my mind tonight…
Not seen glow plugs in that position before and I’m not even guessing what the engine is
Not seen glow plugs in that position before and I’m not even guessing what the engine is
Turboman
Mab An Gov
The injectors are in an unusual position as well. Guessing it contains parts of a Taxi engine, or one out of a Sherpa van, or the Australian equivalents.
And the glow plugs are not connected. It fires up straight away.
Turboman
Mab An Gov
If it is warm where you are, that isn't a surprise.
It is also good news, as it shows that things like your fuel injection system, air intake, valve clearances, and engine timing are in good order.
Turboman
Mab An Gov
More a question of suggestions from others prompting vague memories.
I don't think I have seen an actual engine from a Sherpa for 25 years!
As you have done so well on that one, any idea where he can get bits for it in Aussie?
….my cupboard is bare on that one - what a let down
…although LDV have a big network for spares in Australia, I’d give one of their outlets a tug and give them the challenge to find vintage spares!
Turboman
Mab An Gov
Good suggestion.….my cupboard is bare on that one - what a let down
…although LDV have a big network for spares in Australia, I’d give one of their outlets a tug and give them the challenge to find vintage spares!
I know zip about what Leyland did out in Oz, and what still lingers from the operation over there.
