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- Wed Nov 07, 2018 9:58 pm
- Forum: Technical
- Topic: S2 LHD/RHD steering conversion
- Replies: 14
- Views: 9788
Re: S2 LHD/RHD steering conversion
I have played around with alternative air intakes for my S2 two-Stromberg CD175 engine. I bought two K&N filters and fitted them..... https://i.postimg.cc/76gnXqQw/IMAG0864.jpg They look OK, but the bottom of the left hand one fouls on the clutch fluid pipe. When the engine starts, it's going to kno...
- Sun Apr 29, 2018 9:49 pm
- Forum: Series 2
- Topic: Car lower on left hand side
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1449
Car lower on left hand side
Hello, I am trying to get to the bottom of an annoying problem with the S2 OTS 1970. Since my late father in-law rebuilt it, it has never looked right when viewed from the front. It appears to be lower on the right hand side than the left - when viewed from the front). I did some measurements tonigh...
- Wed Jan 10, 2018 11:34 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Memory Lane Magazines
- Replies: 10
- Views: 13618
Re: Memory Lane Magazines
Ok, I'm starting to get a bit concerned about the copyright thing.
Should I delete the post to be on the safe side? (if I knew how or had permission).
Should I delete the post to be on the safe side? (if I knew how or had permission).
- Wed Jan 10, 2018 6:47 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Memory Lane Magazines
- Replies: 10
- Views: 13618
Re: Memory Lane Magazines
I could take photos of the Contents page from each magazine to see what was of interest to members, then pdf those.
But the copyright position did cross my mind. I am no expert and would need to seek advice.
But the copyright position did cross my mind. I am no expert and would need to seek advice.
- Tue Jan 09, 2018 10:37 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Memory Lane Magazines
- Replies: 10
- Views: 13618
Memory Lane Magazines
I stumbled across a wodge of old Jaguar magazines tonight. A five inch high pile of 'Jaguar' magazine and a five inch high pile of 'Jaguar Driver' magazine. They range from 1988 to 1992. A Jaguar one was really interesting, souvenir issue of E-Type: https://s14.postimg.org/yfhei0k0h/IMG_3318.jpg It ...
- Fri Dec 29, 2017 12:29 am
- Forum: Series 2
- Topic: Advice on removing S2 bumpers please
- Replies: 12
- Views: 5267
Re: Advice on removing S2 bumpers please
Thanks for your replies and technical advice. The novice has now removed front and rear bumpers by himself today. No major blood loss and car paintwork not scratched! The front bumper was by far the easiest to remove. I'm sure others know this already, but for me it was a first time. Here's what I d...
- Sat Dec 16, 2017 7:34 pm
- Forum: Series 2
- Topic: Advice on removing S2 bumpers please
- Replies: 12
- Views: 5267
Advice on removing S2 bumpers please
With the 1970 OTS hibernating in the garage over the winter, it seems a good time to get the bumpers' dents and dimples sorted out and re-chromed. Can anyone point me towards a step by step guide on the removal process for front and rear please? I have searched the Knowledge Base. The Service Manual...
- Mon Oct 02, 2017 9:12 pm
- Forum: Series 2
- Topic: Series 2 at British Motor Museum
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2461
Re: Series 2 at British Motor Museum
OK, may be it's just me or how the photos have come out. The engine frames just looked like they needed touching up as did some of the suspension and steering parts.
However, functionally it is probably perfect and all authentic, which can't be said for mine.
However, functionally it is probably perfect and all authentic, which can't be said for mine.
- Mon Oct 02, 2017 8:40 pm
- Forum: Series 2
- Topic: Rusty fuel issues! Part 1
- Replies: 42
- Views: 14723
Re: Rusty fuel issues! Part 1
Thanks Hugo and John for you valuable help. I don't know why but I have not been able to access the forum for a few days. Your point John about the porting and correct air flow is very interesting. I managed to dig out the secondary manifold.... https://i.imgur.com/6fWeSVo.jpg It should scrub up nic...
- Mon Oct 02, 2017 8:25 pm
- Forum: Series 2
- Topic: Series 2 at British Motor Museum
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2461
Series 2 at British Motor Museum
I have not been able to access the forum for a few days now - don't know why.... Anyway, I went to the British Motor Museum at Gaydon at the weekend. Primarily, I wanted to look at their 1969 UK OTS to help me in my restoration work on my 1970 US one. I asked if I could look under the bonnet and aft...
- Wed Sep 27, 2017 9:49 pm
- Forum: Series 2
- Topic: Rusty fuel issues! Part 1
- Replies: 42
- Views: 14723
Re: Rusty fuel issues! Part 1
Going slightly off topic, but last night I fitted a new sports coil and ballast resistor. Engine not tested yet. BTW - I am also in the process of trying to get a 5 litre V8 Chevrolet engine going in a Owens Flagship boat that's been sitting in a field for 40 years. The engine turns over on the star...
- Thu Sep 21, 2017 10:16 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Paint aerosol provider
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2976
Re: Paint aerosol provider
Thanks for all your advice. I ended up getting a 400ml aerosol from ebay (which came with a lacquer can as well).
I will report once I've done a test area.
I will report once I've done a test area.
- Wed Sep 20, 2017 9:56 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Paint aerosol provider
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2976
Paint aerosol provider
Sorry, but I couldn't find any existing thread on this.
I am touching up a few small areas under the bonnet.
I need to find a spray can in pale primrose in matt.
Can anyone recommend a good supplier of original paint colours (UK please)?
Thanks
Dan
I am touching up a few small areas under the bonnet.
I need to find a spray can in pale primrose in matt.
Can anyone recommend a good supplier of original paint colours (UK please)?
Thanks
Dan
- Mon Sep 18, 2017 9:01 pm
- Forum: Series 2
- Topic: Rusty fuel issues! Part 1
- Replies: 42
- Views: 14723
Re: Rusty fuel issues! Part 1
BTW,
Bumped into a C-Type owner at Prescott Hill Climb yesterday. He said he has put his breather case on the wrong way round deliberately - he has no smaller outlet pipe though.
Bumped into a C-Type owner at Prescott Hill Climb yesterday. He said he has put his breather case on the wrong way round deliberately - he has no smaller outlet pipe though.
- Mon Sep 18, 2017 8:57 pm
- Forum: Series 2
- Topic: Rusty fuel issues! Part 1
- Replies: 42
- Views: 14723
Re: Rusty fuel issues! Part 1
Thanks for your very kind offer Herzeg. Apologies for slow reply - non related issues have got in the way. I guess the question is whether to leave the set up as is (biscuit tins included) or try to revert back to the original set up (photos below from 1988)... https://i.imgur.com/yoJ3Wkv.jpg Curren...
- Mon Sep 18, 2017 6:28 pm
- Forum: Series 2
- Topic: Non-standard S2 ignition switch hot?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 5183
Re: Non-standard S2 ignition switch hot?
Well I have just received my replacement switch. Got it off ebay for 12.50GBP. It's a Lucas 34680 with two keys. I am not fussed about getting the steering lock to work, I just want the car going. The original one suggested by SNG had to be returned (incorrect part). They do do the correct part, but...
- Mon Sep 11, 2017 9:42 pm
- Forum: Series 2
- Topic: Non-standard S2 ignition switch hot?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 5183
Re: Non-standard S2 ignition switch hot?
......erm. I'm just realising this may be an easy fix. Plenty of identical Lucas 47 SA switches (with keys) on eBay. I'm presuming these will handle the current?
Can't find the rubber protective boot for the ignition switch though.
Can't find the rubber protective boot for the ignition switch though.
- Mon Sep 11, 2017 9:27 pm
- Forum: Series 2
- Topic: Non-standard S2 ignition switch hot?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 5183
Non-standard S2 ignition switch hot?
During an overhaul of the carbs, we noticed that the ignition switch was getting really hot. Examination of previous threads suggests carbon contacts are wearing out, creating higher resistance and hence excessive heat. I was advised to buy a replacement - done today from SNG. Car is import from US ...
- Mon Sep 11, 2017 8:53 pm
- Forum: Series 2
- Topic: Rusty fuel issues! Part 1
- Replies: 42
- Views: 14723
Re: Rusty fuel issues! Part 1
Latest update...... Car now reassembled with bespoke air filters attached (scouring pad filters cleaned!). Carbs attempted to be balanced as much as possible. Left hand exhaust (front carb) giving nice constant pressure against hand at above warm temperature. Right hand exhaust (rear carb) was irreg...
- Wed Aug 30, 2017 9:37 pm
- Forum: Technical
- Topic: USA Stromberg carb set up
- Replies: 10
- Views: 4906
Re: USA Stromberg carb set up
Hi, I have just overhauled my dual Stromberg CD2 carbs on my 1970 US import Series 2. I believe there is no adjustment for mixture control. I have tried to loosen the brass screw at the base of the float chamber - no joy. Is is possible to get this fixed jet out and insert the one in Tbob's post? I ...