April 2011

Steve Owen purchased an exchange ACR 4.6 stripped engine package for a late model "Thor" Range Rover. He fitted it himself at home, and sent us his report on the job!

Hi

Just a quick note to say thanks for the advice, guidance and first class service you gave in supplying and arranging delivery of the new engine for my P38, and collection of the old one.  The technical fitting and running in notes, as well as the initial advice and friendly telephone contact was very much appreciated.

I had researched several engine suppliers and have to say that the ACR package was an easy choice being fully remanufactured, complete with front cover and comprehensive fitting kit, and at a very competitive price. Never having swapped an auto before let alone a gas converted p38 it appeared complicated and a bit of a daunting job at first, but it turned out pretty easy - following the advice given and being methodical. It was an achievement and kept me and my son occupied and out of trouble for a week or so.

I've attached a few photo's of the before, during and after effects.

Thanks again

Steve Owen 

Update - May 2011

1st oil/filter change this weekend after 550 trouble free miles -
expensive keeping to petrol rather than LPG, but initial run-in done so gas should be OK now. I hope.
Bit I didn't mention in the original feedback was the smile that's
returned to my wife's face. It's her beloved car and she thought it was game over, but ~ £3.5 - 4k has restored it to a new feel . Worth every penny.
Best Wishes
Steve

Chester to Hull 2011

Peter and Roland Discussing the finer points of the 6 cylinder engine

Back in February, ACR rebuilt a 2.6 6 Cylinder Land Rover engine for Peter Rijneveld. An unusual project for ACR, this was undertaken by Director Roland Marlow and ACR Apprentice Paul Winn, as a special job to expand Paul's training and knowledge, whist satisfying Roland's interest in this unconventional Rover Inlet over exhaust engine design.

Peter's Land Rover is a fantastic 109" LHD Station wagon, and resides in Holland. Ex Italian fire service, its one of the most original Land Rovers we have seen, and was well worth preserving and rebuilding the damaged 6 cylinder engine.

Dear Roland,

We have arrived safely in Haarlem, the Netherlands this afternoon, after finishing approx. 400 kms of running-in.

The work you have performed to the 6pot is amazing! The engine performs really well, probably better then new. The overhaul of the engine including clutch, engine mounts and balancing has changed this Land Rover to a completely different car! Less vibrations, less noise and rattle, more power, and the ability to control this power to the wheels all have a very positive effect on driveability. The result is way better than I ever expected.

Thanks again for all of your fine work, I will send some pictures in the near future.

Best regards,

Peter

1968 Landrover 109 6cyl Stawag

"Thought you might like to know our engine arrived safely. I've just  picked it up from the docks today and everything seems to have  arrived and traveled well. All we have to do now is fit it into our 110!!………The engine is fitted and running in has started! No problems with the installation ……..Many thanks for your help and we look forward to many miles of trouble-free motoring…..Kindest regards to you all"

Malcolm Ashcroft, Falkland Islands

"I am absolutely delighted with my 4.6 V8 block!"

Guy Cashmore at Kensa Engineering - Cornwall

“Your conversion has “transformed” my Landrover considerably.
I am very happy - keep me posted of any new products you have in the pipeline.”
David Foye - London

“I am very pleased with my purchase from you and the help that I was given.”
Philip Bates, Pagham - West Sussex



“I am very pleased with the Cylinder Head and Power Plus Kit which I had fitted to my SII.
The service and workmanship was very good and very helpful. I also found the staff very
friendly. Excellent company - keep up the good work.”
Mr Doyle



“With no doubt ACR are the only place I recommend.  I have had exemplary customer care, and at times above and beyond. So keep up the good work and thanks very much Roland!"
Steve Popkins - Norfolk



" Well, I just can’t tell you how pleased I am with the 2.8 Engine - the power is excellent.
I just love it! It brings the SII into the 21st Century and it’s a pleasure to drive.
I am always happy to recommend your products to anyone.”
Adrian Thomas, Brentwood - Essex.