The 'E' Type Forum

My car is with Uryk now and hopefully should have the gearbox in by the end of the month. Will keep you posted.

Thanks a bunch for all the insight. You guys are all stars! It really helps when others give advice based on their experience. So my final thoughts are in terms of upgrades and which I will go with are: 1. Dynalite alternator conversion(I like the original look) 2. Electronic ignition 3. Brake calip...

Thanks for the suggestions. Can I ask does anyone have any experience with the dynalite alternator that look like a dynamo? They seem like a good option. One question I have is what is inherintly wrong witht they dynamo. It's not like there are huge demands on the electrical system anyway. But does ...

Hi Mark, Thanks for the comments. I agree with some of the points. The main point is however there is nothing honourable or glorious in stalling or spluttering in the middle of a traffic jam just for the sake of owning a "classic" car. I agree that if you want to change all the dynamic issues such a...

Ok guys need some advice from wiser ones on this forum. I have been driving my 3.8(has only done about 1000 miles since restoration) now for about a couple of months(just sunny days really). I do not plan on doing any grand tours with it. As mentioned in other posts I had mapped out in my mind what ...

Thanks for the insight David. I will check my own cars ratio first as you say and then go from there.
Alex

As I said on another post, I have arranged with Uryk to put in his 5 speed in my 3.8 towards the end of this month. I am confident it will prove to be good. Just dont know what ratio to go for yet.

One thing however I would appreciate opinions on is what drive ratio I should go for with my 3.8? Any thoughts people?

Well I have decided to change gearbox after all and will be going for Yoorik's new 5 speed. I have done some research and spoken to Yoorik extensively already. I am confident he has a winner with his box-so I am going for it! Will let everyone know thoughts when I get it changed towards the end of t...

Moeregaard wrote: Some years back a friend allowed the gold bracelet he was wearing to complete the circuit between battery and ground. He now has a scar showing a very nice imprint of the chain's pattern around his wrist.

Nice one!

Thanks for the all the comments. The thing is funny enough, the more I drive the car, the more I find the Moss box is not entirely bad. Ok it does have its moments, can be a pig sometimes and does ultimately limit the fun of the driving experience, but you can live with it. I suppose however I proba...

Hi Everyone, I am new to forum. A couple of months ago I purchased from the continent, a recently restored(to original-apart from Kenlowe fan) LHD 63' 3.8 OTS e-type and am considering some sympathetic upgrades. I have been reading prior posts regarding upgrades and these have been very helpful inde...