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by Paul0123
Thu Aug 03, 2023 9:25 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: Panhard Rod
Replies: 19
Views: 1263

Re: Panhard Rod

No it is not an option, it is used to keep the whole rear axle assembly aligned to the body, and is adjustable to get the axle in dead centre. It is not an expensive item , they are easily available , but is essential. Paul
by Paul0123
Mon Nov 21, 2022 7:20 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: V8 Saloon Brake Servo anti Vibration mounts
Replies: 2
Views: 205

Re: V8 Saloon Brake Servo anti Vibration mounts

Thanks Richard, I must have gone screen blind it certainly looks like the part I need. Cheers Paul
by Paul0123
Mon Nov 21, 2022 11:27 am
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: V8 Saloon Brake Servo anti Vibration mounts
Replies: 2
Views: 205

V8 Saloon Brake Servo anti Vibration mounts

Hi, I am replacing my worn out Brake Servo amonst other jobs in the same area. The servo has 5 mounting positions, 3 at the front attached to the removable cowl and 2 at the rear on a clamp arrangement . On my car these 5 positions have anti vibration 'Grommetsor Bush' for want of a better term , an...
by Paul0123
Sun Apr 17, 2022 9:55 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: Windscreen trim
Replies: 3
Views: 404

Re: Windscreen trim

Hi Ron, If you look on Youtube and search for your subject there is information on there. Last time I fit one I bent an old screwdriver to the required shape to push infront of the trim which spreads the rubber to allow you feed the trim in behind it. A bit to soapy water sprayed on is helpful to lu...
by Paul0123
Sat Apr 16, 2022 10:00 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: V8 Saloon - Fitting New Front Brake Discs and Cylinder Blocks
Replies: 6
Views: 505

Re: V8 Saloon - Fitting New Front Brake Discs and Cylinder Blocks

Thanks for the replies. I will try to respond in order. The service manual official part list refers to Cylinder Blocks - These bolt on to the Capiler casting with 4 bolts each. Unfortunately, both sides have been stripped down but I think I have the old components to measrure as you suggest. The sh...
by Paul0123
Fri Apr 15, 2022 12:52 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: V8 Saloon - Fitting New Front Brake Discs and Cylinder Blocks
Replies: 6
Views: 505

V8 Saloon - Fitting New Front Brake Discs and Cylinder Blocks

Hi, I have been fitting a new set of Front brake discs and brake cylinder blocks both supplied from the same UK supplier. When fitting spacer shims this morning I found that the disc shoulder is touching the new cylinder block. I just wonder if this is something others have experienced??? I suppose ...
by Paul0123
Fri Jan 24, 2020 10:03 am
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: V8 250 rear axle front pinion seal
Replies: 1
Views: 856

V8 250 rear axle front pinion seal

Hi wonder if anybody can assist. I am replacing the rear axle pinion seal, its all removed and the area cleaned. There is very little info in the service manual for reassembly. There is a paper gasket and a metal/rubber seal to assemble My questions are: 1. Does the paper gasket need any sealant whe...
by Paul0123
Tue Jan 14, 2020 8:13 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: V8-250 Saloon: Wiring Block Connectors
Replies: 10
Views: 2596

Re: V8-250 Saloon: Wiring Block Connectors

That will be fine Richard, have a pen and paper handy, ha ha. Paul
by Paul0123
Tue Jan 14, 2020 3:15 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: V8-250 Saloon: Wiring Block Connectors
Replies: 10
Views: 2596

Re: V8-250 Saloon: Wiring Block Connectors

Richard Sorry i am late to the party here, I replaced my multi connectors last winter as original as possible to the Eye, happy to discuss on the phone paul 079269645679, or i could be typing for ever!

Thanks for your help in the past Paul