Reliant Regal, Robin, Kitten, Scimitar: repair manuals

Reliant Regal (1952-1973) - Owners Workshop Manual

Autobooks guide to servicing, overhaul and repairs on the Reliant passenger car and van models:
- Regal Mk 1 - Mk 6 (1952-1962)
- of (1955-1963)
- Regal 3/25 (1962-1968)
- Regal 3/25 of Mk 1 and Mk 2 (1963-1968)
- Regal 21E, 21E-700 (1967-1973)
- Regal 3/30 (1968-1973)
- Supervan Mk 3 (1968-1973)

This Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual on the Reliant Regal three-wheelers provides comprehensive step-by-step instructions for work on the engine, fuel system, ignition and cooling.
Covers also the clutch, gearbox, rear axle, front and rear suspension, steering box, brakes, the electrical system and the body.

• Includes tables with detailed service data and torque specifications.
• Complete with wiring diagrams.

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How to restore: Reliant Regal (1962-1973) - Your step-by-step colour illustrated guide to body, trim & mechanical restoration (Veloce Enthusiast's Restoration Manual)

This book is the complete guide to buying and fully restoring a Reliant Regal 3/25 or 3/30. With advice on how to find a suitable Reliant Regal 3/25 or 3/30 for restoration, the book then proceeds with a fully illustrated step-by-step guide on how to dismantle a Reliant Regal, and fully restore the body, chassis, electrics and engine back to showroom condition.

Written by a Reliant owner, enthusiast and active member of the Reliant Owners Club, with real hands-on experience, this book covers everything you need to know about restoration from the ground up.

This quirky and iconic British vehicle is still as popular and collectible today as it ever was, probably more so due to its starring role in the BBC's hit TV comedy Only Fools and Horses. If you want to own and restore your very own Reliant Regal, then this book is for you!

Models Covered:
1962 Regal 3/25 saloon (600cc)
1963 Regal 3/25 van (600cc)
1965 Regal 3/25 Super saloon (600cc)
1966 Regal 3/25 Supervan (600cc)
1967 Regal 3/25 Deluxe Super saloon (600cc)
1967 Regal 3/25 21E saloon (600cc)
1967 Regal 3/25 Supervan II (600cc)
1967 Regal 16cwt Pickup (600cc)
1968 Regal 3/30 saloon (700cc)
1968 Regal 3/30 21E saloon (700cc)
1968 Regal 3/30 Supervan III (700cc)
1969 Regal 3/30 21E Supervan III (700cc)

Mechanical info also applies to
- 1970 Bond Bug 700 (700cc);
- 1972 Bond Bug 700ES (750cc);
- 1973 Reliant Robin (750cc).

Features:
- Restoration Guide for the Reliant Regal 3/25 & 3/30
- What to look for when buying a Regal and how to test
- Detailed look at each model and their differences
- Complete restoration from the ground up
- Unique photos of every stage of restoration
- How to repair a gelcoat on fiberglass bodies
- Step by step instructions for each task
- Written with hands on experience and details problems
- Alternative spare parts list detailing necessary parts from other marquees
- Does not cover Reliant Robin, Rebel or Scimitar

- The mechanics section can be used by Bond Bug owners.

Reliant Regal - All models (1956-1973) - Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Haynes workshop manual on the Reliant Regal passenger cars.

Petrol engines:
- 0.75 L (748 cc, sidevalves)
- 0.6 L (598 cc, ohv)
- 0.7 L (701 cc, ohv)

Production years: 1956-1973.

Using photos and step-by-step instructions this Haynes manual on the Reliant Regal describes maintenance, repair and overhaul of the petrol engines (timing gear, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also addresses issues related to the heater, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Furthermore, it covers work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior and electrical system.

• Based on a complete strip-down and rebuild.
• Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings and troubleshooting tables.
• Clear and detailed wiring diagrams for easy reference.

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Reliant Robin & Kitten - All models (1973-1983) - Haynes Owners Workshop Manual

Haynes Classic Reprint Manual on the Reliant Robin and Kitten.

Models:
- Robin Saloon and Van
- Robin Super Saloon and Van
- Robin 850 Saloon and Van
- Robin 850 Super Saloon and Van
- Kitten Saloon, Estate and Van
- Kitten Saloon and Estate the luxe.

Petrol engines: 748 and 848 cc.

Production years: 1973-1983. Covers also the GBS and Jubilee models.

Using photos and step-by-step instructions this Haynes manual on the Reliant Robin and Kitten describes maintenance, repair and overhaul of the engine (valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also addresses issues related to the cooling system, ventilation, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Furthermore, it covers work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior and electrical system.

• Based on a complete strip-down and rebuild.
• Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings and troubleshooting tables.
• Clear and detailed wiring diagrams for easy reference.

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Reliant Robin (1973-1982) - Owners Workshop Manual

Autobooks guide to servicing, overhaul and repairs on the Reliant passenger car and van models:
- Robin 750 Saloon and of (1973-1975)
- Robin 750 Super Saloon (1973-1975)
- Robin 850 Saloon and of (1975-1982)
- Robin 850 Super Saloon (1975-1982)
- Robin 850 Estate (1977-1982)
- Robin 850 Super Estate (1976-1982)
- Robin 850 Super of (1975-1977)
- Robin 850 Jubilee Saloon and Estate (1977)
- Robin 850 Gb Saloon (1977).

Petrol engines: 748 and 848 cc.

This Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual on the Reliant Robin three-wheelers provides comprehensive step-by-step instructions for work on the engine, fuel system, ignition and cooling.
Covers also the clutch, gearbox, rear axle, front and rear suspension, steering box, brakes, the electrical system and the body.

• Includes tables with detailed service data and torque specifications.
• Complete with wiring diagrams.

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Reliant Scimitar (1968-1979) - Owners Workshop Manual

Autobooks guide to servicing, overhaul and repairs on the Reliant Scimitar 2.5 GT, 3.0 GT and 3.0 GTE sports cars.

Production years: 1968-1979.

This Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual on the Reliant Scimitar provides comprehensive step-by-step instructions for work on the Ford V-6 engines, fuel system, ignition and cooling.
Covers also the clutch, gearbox, rear axle, front and rear suspension, steering box, brakes, the electrical system and the body.

• Includes tables with detailed service data and torque specifications.
• Complete with wiring diagrams.
• Also reprints of magazine articles (tests), advice on purchase of a second-hand Scimitar and restoration tips.

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The Rover K-Series Engine - Maintenance, Repair and Modification

Getting a Rover K-Series engine properly up and running can be a difficult task, but ultimately the result is always worthwhile. Illustrated with over 300 photographs, "Rover K-Series Engine - Maintenance, Repair and Modification" is a practical guide to keeping these unique engines in fine working order.

The most well-known issue with the K-Series is the head gasket, and this book demonstrates how to identify common faults, before giving practical advice on how best to solve them.

Step-by-step guidance on all aspects of long-term engine maintenance is provided, in addition to the improvements required to prevent further problems.
A K-Series engine is then stripped down to examine its clever and interesting structure, and is rebuilt with improvements.

Authors of over twenty automotive books and countless articles in assorted motoring magazines, Iain Ayre and Rob Hawkins have combined their knowledge to bring you this book on the Rover K-Series engine.

The Rover K-series engine was produced between 1988 and 2005 with four capacities: 1.1 L (1120 cc), 1.4 L (1396 cc), 1.6 L (1588 cc) and 1.8 L (1796 cc).
It was used in some versions of the following cars:
- Rover Metro, 25, 45, 75, Streetwise, 100, 200, 400
- MG F, TF, ZR, ZS, ZT
- Land Rover Freelander
- Caterham Seven, 21
- Lotus Elise, Exige
- Polonez Caro
- Reliant Scimitar Sabre.

The Rover K-Series 16V Engine (1989-2005)

Describes the history and construction of the Rover K-Series engine that was used in many of the last Rover and MG cars.