Breather pipe replacement parts(Rover 75 Conn SE 2.5 auto)

[Teknon]

I just put down my deposit on a 2001 Rover 75 Connoisseur SE Auto.



The breather pipe T piece and the pipe that goes left to right from the T piece are broken.


The price for replacements seems ridiculous, so my first question is, can they be replaced with suitable (and cheaper) generic tubing, or do they have special fittings where they enter the cam covers?


My second question is, does anyone know the inside diameter of these tubes?


And just a thank you. This forum is incredible and I'm pleased to be joining such a friendly crowd.

[T-Cut]

I believe you'll find suitable plastic or brass T-pieces and rubber/silicone tubing on eBay.
I seem to remember they're 8mm bore (??). Easy enough to measure the old ones.

TC

[Teknon]

Thanks. I didn't think of that. I'll check eBay.


Unfortunately, the car is with the current owner about 90 km away at the moment. The plan is to take the parts for the repair with me when I go to collect it (there are fumes coming through the air vents). That's why I was hoping someone would know.


Cheers.

[egremont]

Welcome Teknon,
Are you from Victoria, Australia?
The part number is LLH102660: referred to as "Hose – breather – cam cover to inlet manifold".
Have you enquired locally (if resident of OZ) or from UK suppliers.
If you google the part number you may find a better priced item, and check that they sell ex VAT to non- European residents as your cost will be increased with our GST tax. When comparing costs, one trader on this site offers members a discount. Unfortunately, the OZ exchange rate is not the best at present.
From memory, the hose ends are slightly bevelled to assist with their homing. Members more experienced than me can confirm this - as it may be easier to fit..
If you wish to go along the path of making a unit yourself, You should be able to buy an acceptable “plastic” T junction from a local specialist. Hope this may help a bit.
Egremont.

[bl52krz]

Just mended the same pipes on the silver one. I took them off , you need to press down on the fitment where it enters into the hole to release the pipes.I cleaned them out, lot of wet gunk came out, I then got a plastic t piece and fitted the pipes to it then put them back on, just a push fit.Easy enough job to do.

[T-Cut]

@bl52krz
Can you confirm the bore of the pipes?


TC

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Originally Posted by egremont

The part number is LLH102660: referred to as "Hose – breather – cam cover to inlet manifold".

There's a photo of LLH102660 here if it helps https://rimmerbros.com/Item--i-LLH102660

Might be worth asking Rimmers what the total price to Australia would be including shipping. The hose itself is $48.74 AUD. GST info is here (see VAT section).