Like my predecessor, I too am embarking on a restoration of a '63 OTS, this time a half finished project from the states, the heavy work has been done, body paint, suspension, drivetrain... just needs the other 2000 odd parts sorting, identifying, rechroming/repairing/replating/replacing and I'll be away.
Looking forward to advice & sharing my progress.
Greg
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#1 Hi from NZ's latest latest member
63 S1 OTS Restoration in progress.
previous: 66 S1 FHC, 69 S2 FHC plus a few other Jags over the years, old & not so old.
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Hi & welcome,
It looks like you’re off and running with a great project.
Does it have all the original engine/gbox/diff?
It looks like you’re off and running with a great project.
Does it have all the original engine/gbox/diff?
Richard
Previous owner and restorer of a S1 3.8 FHC Opalescent Golden Sand with Tan Trim 889504 (now sold and headed for Athens)
Previous owner and restorer of a S1 3.8 FHC Opalescent Golden Sand with Tan Trim 889504 (now sold and headed for Athens)
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No, a 3.8 from a Mk 10 plus jag 4 speed gearbox (non mossbox), which suits me, I can change to RHD, maybe a few upgrades without destroying the value of a totally original car.
63 S1 OTS Restoration in progress.
previous: 66 S1 FHC, 69 S2 FHC plus a few other Jags over the years, old & not so old.
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Welcome to the forum! You'll get great help with the resto on here.
Malcolm
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1969 Series 2 2+2
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I only fit in a 2+2, so got one!
1969 Series 2 2+2
2009 Jaguar XF-S
2015 F Type V6 S
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I've been going through the tech info on RHD conversion, a wealth of knowledge!
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Hi,
I converted mine to RHD, including the change to the wiper motor to get it to park correctly. The info on the forum is invaluable. There are also some suppliers that will provide the complete kit of parts. It’s pretty straightforward - go for it!
I converted mine to RHD, including the change to the wiper motor to get it to park correctly. The info on the forum is invaluable. There are also some suppliers that will provide the complete kit of parts. It’s pretty straightforward - go for it!
Richard
Previous owner and restorer of a S1 3.8 FHC Opalescent Golden Sand with Tan Trim 889504 (now sold and headed for Athens)
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