STC1857 - Distributor Rotor – V8 by AftermarketElectrical Part Land Rover Range Rover Defender, Discovery, Range Rover, Series

STC1857 - Verdelerrotor - V8

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Verdeler Rotorarm voor het 3.5L V8 benzine-ontstekingssysteem. De rotorarm zit bovenop de verdeleras onder de verdelerkap en roteert om de hoogspanningsvonk van de bobine in de juiste ontstekingsvolgorde naar elke bougiekabel te verdelen.

Geschikt voor de V8-verdeler bij zowel carburateur- (Stromberg/SU) als EFI-installaties.

Vehicle Model Land Rover Defender tot 2016
Land Rover Discovery 1 1989-1998 (L318)
Range Rover Classic tot 1994
Land Rover Series 2 en 3

Fitment Notes DEFENDER 1987-2006 — 3.5L V8 twin carb benzine (Stromberg & SU-verdeelstukken); verdelerkaprotorarm
DISCOVERY 1 1989-1998 — 3.5L V8 twin carb & V8 EFI benzine; verdelerkaprotorarm (VIN FA393361-WA799999)
RANGE ROVER CLASSIC 1986-1994 — V8 EFI benzine; verdelerkaprotorarm

Alternative Codes

STC1857RTC3199RTC3340RTC6629

In stock 12 units

11 · Gouda 1 · Drachten

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Frequently asked questions

What does the STC1857 distributor rotor do on the V8?

The STC1857 distributor rotor arm transfers the high-tension spark from the coil to each spark plug lead in firing order on the 3.5L V8 petrol engine. It clips onto the distributor shaft under the cap and rotates as the engine turns. It suits both carburettor and EFI V8 distributors.

Which models and distributors does the STC1857 rotor fit?

The STC1857 rotor fits the 3.5L V8 in the Defender (1987-2006), Discovery 1 (1989-1998) and Range Rover Classic (1986-1994), covering both Stromberg/SU twin-carb and EFI distributors. Confirm your distributor type by VIN before ordering.

What are the signs a V8 rotor arm needs replacing?

A failing rotor arm usually shows up as misfiring, rough idle or hard starting on the V8. The contact tip burns or the body cracks and tracks spark to earth. It's typically renewed alongside the distributor cap as a set during ignition servicing.

Are there alternative part numbers for this rotor?

Yes, the STC1857 cross-references to earlier Land Rover rotor codes RTC3199, RTC3340 and RTC6629, all of which fit the same V8 distributor. The current STC1857 replaces them across the listed twin-carb and EFI applications.