Technical Info

The Chimaera Resources - 2010-05-08

(external) RV8R is the source of the Griffith and Chimaera, or Chimaera and Griffith, Resource. This is a file, downloaded from the internet, which contains information designed to enhance the ownership of these wonderful cars. It consist of articles on how various people have completed work on their cars.
It is free. That means free. Further, the Resource will have updates periodically which will cost exactly the same. What have you got to lose?

Setting Up Cam Timing - 2007-05-05

(External Link) A link to some useful info on Rover V8 Mods and details of how to set up cam timing.

Chimaera Chassis Restoration - 2007-04-29

Jonathan's chassis restoration photos.

Electric Window Speed Increase - 2006-12-02

Keith's article on how to improve the speed of the Chimaera's electric windows (a common problem!).

Find that exhaust manifold leak - 2006-09-10

A submission from TVRBob, this page details Bob's method for finding leaks in your exhaust system without burning or deafening yourself. Thanks Bob.

100 Amp Fuse Replacement - 2006-06-29

Subject of myth and legend, this article documents the replacement of the elusive 100 amp fuse.

TVR Chimaera Tyres Information - 2006-06-14

Some information on alternative tyres for your Chimaera.

TVR Chimaera Wiper Park Switch Replacement - 2006-05-06

Documented replacement procedure for the windscreen wiper park switch.

Chimaera Door Lock Solenoid Replacement - 2006-04-30

A quick write-up of the process I used to replace a faulty door lock solenoid on my car.

Exhaust Manifold Gasket Change - 2006-02-16

(External) Snorky's guide to changing the exhaust gaskets.

TVR Chimaera Dash Replacement Guide - 2006-02-07

A guide to Chimaera dash replacement from TonyRec.

Peter Beech's Workshop Notes - 2006-02-07

(External) Peter Beech's workshop notes, loads of useful info on bodywork, chassis, engine, exhaust, electrics and more. Very handy.

Cam Timing Info - 2006-02-02

(External) General info on cam timing.

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