RTC3198 - Distributor Base Plate – V8

€41,00 - €41,00

€41,00

€41,00 - €41,00

€41,00

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Distributor Base Plate - the base plate assembly inside the V8 distributor, carrying the magnetic pick-up for the electronic ignition. The pick-up senses the rotating reluctor as the distributor shaft turns, triggering the ignition amplifier to time the spark.

Supplied as the combined pick-up and base plate assembly, for 3.5L V8 engines with electronic ignition.

Vehicle Model Land Rover Defender up to 2016
Range Rover Classic up to 1994

Fitment Notes RRclassic 3.5L V8 carb all with electronic ign.
RRclassic 3.5L V8 EFI upto (Engine) 25D04774B
90/110/130 3.5L V8 carb.

Alternative Codes

RTC3198

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Distributor Base Plate (RTC3198) and what does it do?

The Distributor Base Plate (RTC3198) is the base plate assembly inside the 3.5L V8 distributor, carrying the magnetic pick-up for the electronic ignition. The pick-up senses the rotating reluctor as the distributor shaft turns, triggering the ignition amplifier to time the spark. It's supplied as the combined pick-up and base plate.

Which engines and models does the RTC3198 fit?

The RTC3198 fits the 3.5L V8 with electronic ignition: Range Rover Classic carburettor models, Defender 90/110/130 carburettor V8, and Range Rover Classic EFI up to engine number 25D04774B. Confirm your engine number before ordering, as later EFI engines use a different distributor setup.

What are the symptoms of a failing distributor pick-up?

The magnetic pick-up on the V8 distributor base plate typically fails with age or heat, causing misfires, erratic running, or a no-spark no-start. Because the RTC3198 pick-up triggers the ignition timing, a failing one often shows as intermittent cutting out on these 3.5L V8 engines.