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by PAN4213
Mon Feb 27, 2023 6:24 pm
Forum: Series 2
Topic: webber carb install.
Replies: 1
Views: 1159
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webber carb install.

Hello all, Currently in process of replacing existing Stromberg carbs with webbers. however to connect the existing accelerator linkage to the new carbs is an unknown! do we need to make a bespoke link of some sort or is there an 'adaptor' available off the shelf? any assistance please.. Series 2. 2...
by PAN4213
Tue Sep 13, 2022 10:38 pm
Forum: Series 2
Topic: REPLACEMENT CARBS
Replies: 4
Views: 1461
Great Britain

Re: REPLACEMENT CARBS

Gents,
many thanks for your advice ..
by PAN4213
Tue Sep 13, 2022 1:35 pm
Forum: Series 2
Topic: REPLACEMENT CARBS
Replies: 4
Views: 1461
Great Britain

REPLACEMENT CARBS

Hi all, I am in the proces of refurbishing my Series 2. 2 +2. Existing Strombergs were overhauled and found to be pitted. fitted refurbed ones. still not great. My queries; 1. do the Strombergs require particular setting / adjustment for them to work well? 2. should i consider conversion to Triple S...
by PAN4213
Wed Apr 27, 2022 5:41 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: correct auto transmission fluid
Replies: 2
Views: 843
Great Britain

Re: correct auto transmission fluid

many thanks..
by PAN4213
Mon Apr 25, 2022 5:25 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: correct auto transmission fluid
Replies: 2
Views: 843
Great Britain

correct auto transmission fluid

Dear all,

Grateful if anyone could confirm the most suitable oil for my auto gear box and for my power steering.

Many thanks.
Bill

1969 Series 2. 2 plus 2.
US import.
by PAN4213
Thu Apr 21, 2022 11:12 pm
Forum: Series 2
Topic: recommended auto transmission fluid
Replies: 0
Views: 897
Great Britain

recommended auto transmission fluid

Dear all,

this query has most likely to have been discussed previously...

Can anyone recommend the correct transmission oil for my auto box and power steering.

thanks
Bill

Series 2 2+2. 1969 US import.
by PAN4213
Mon Dec 13, 2021 2:09 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: road tax exemption
Replies: 6
Views: 1674
Great Britain

road tax exemption

Dear all,

just recieved my first road tax reminder from DVLA.

what do i need to provide / show to confirm that my 51 year old car is exempt of road tax [and MOT]

many thanks


Series 2. 2 +2
1969.
by PAN4213
Fri Nov 12, 2021 7:11 pm
Forum: General
Topic: 4 post car stacker for 2 cars
Replies: 3
Views: 1458
Great Britain

4 post car stacker for 2 cars

hello all,

I am looking at buying a 4 post vehicle lift which will allow me to park one car above the other. E type at top of course!
headroom is ok. width is restricted.
any recommendations please for suitable lift.

many thanks.

Series 2. 4.2 2 + 2
1969
by PAN4213
Mon Oct 11, 2021 10:11 am
Forum: General
Topic: ULEZ exemption
Replies: 9
Views: 2496
Great Britain

ULEZ exemption

Hello all,

Are any e-types exempt from ULEZ charges? [save electric versions]




Series 2. 2+2. 1969.
by PAN4213
Thu Mar 25, 2021 7:14 pm
Forum: General
Topic: mechanical repairs.
Replies: 0
Views: 1544
Great Britain

mechanical repairs.

Dear all Want to commission the front brakes on my series 2. [replace 2 pipes and fill / bleed system] have purchsed 2nr replacemnt pipes. New discs and calipers and pads just fitted. Any body recommend a suitable mechanic who can do this in my garage at home. Ilford area. ? Many thanks Rgds Bill 19...
by PAN4213
Wed Mar 10, 2021 11:55 pm
Forum: Series 2
Topic: Motif bar
Replies: 3
Views: 1828
Great Britain

Motif bar

Hello all,

I need to replace the central motif bar on my Series 2 as the existing bar has rusted significantly.

Any advice on suitable sources of supply?

many thanks.
Bill


Series 2 4.2. 1969
US import.
by PAN4213
Wed Jan 27, 2021 6:31 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: car lift
Replies: 16
Views: 4783
Great Britain

Re: car lift

Dear all,

Contemplating buying Model AS 7630 2.7T scissor lift by AUOTMECH SERVICES.

Any reservations?

Many thanks.

Bill

Series 2 2+2.
by PAN4213
Tue Jan 26, 2021 11:38 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: car lift
Replies: 16
Views: 4783
Great Britain

car lift

Hello all,

I am looking at buying a suitable platform lift / scissor lift for [underbody] maintenance on my e type.

Anyone recommend a suitable access platform or an suitable alternative?

Rgds

Bill

Series 2 4.2. 2+2.
by PAN4213
Wed Jan 20, 2021 7:11 pm
Forum: General
Topic: ETYPE series 1 and 2 brand new windscreens x 4
Replies: 7
Views: 2282
Great Britain

Re: ETYPE series 1 and 2 brand new windscreens x 4

hi,

am definitley interested .
please message me

kind regards
by PAN4213
Mon Jan 11, 2021 11:50 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: anti theft devices
Replies: 10
Views: 3116
Great Britain

Re: anti theft devices

Thank you everyone,

very valuable and practical solutions..

Bill


Series 2 4.2
U.S. import
by PAN4213
Sun Jan 10, 2021 7:37 am
Forum: Technical
Topic: anti theft devices
Replies: 10
Views: 3116
Great Britain

anti theft devices

Dear all,

looking for suitable scissor lift for maintenance work to underside of car.
any recommendations for suitable type?

Anti theft devices.
any recoemndations i.e. suitable alarm, immobiliser, steering lock, wheel clamps?

Many thanks

Series 2 1969 4.2
by PAN4213
Wed Jun 24, 2020 11:12 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Car lift
Replies: 3
Views: 1564
Great Britain

Car lift

Hello all,

I am considering installing a 2 post or 4 post car lift to store my E type. [2 post is of less width]

My garage is of 'single car' width but with fair amount of headroom.

any recommendations for suitable lift type/ stockist?

many thanks


Series 2. 4.2. being refurbished.
by PAN4213
Tue Jun 16, 2020 8:34 am
Forum: Technical
Topic: Under body protection
Replies: 4
Views: 1517
Great Britain

Re: Under body protection

many thanks
will look up this material..
by PAN4213
Tue Jun 16, 2020 8:15 am
Forum: Technical
Topic: Under body protection
Replies: 4
Views: 1517
Great Britain

Under body protection

Dear all, looking at applying suitable protective coating to underside of body and in wheel arches etc. I have WAXOYLE but i think thats more suited to box areas and cavities. Was proposing to use 'SCHUTZ' , a flexible 'rubberised' coating.' Is this OK or is there a better alternative? cheers 1969 4...