The 'E' Type Forum

Dave,
Thanks for sharing the photo's, especially the differential stand. I have four (4) BW12 trannys and that stand setup would be a great space saver.

Cheers, Dick

Hi Bob, That Parts Technical Information Sheet really throws a curve into whats what!!! The sheet says the Round style motor assembly is still available ('76) but being replaced :banghead: . In '76 E-type production had already ceased. My contention is back in the 1974 time frame Jaguar was developi...

Hi Bob, I, too, found the same documentation for XJ sedans a you provided. Behind the scenes changes were being made at Jaguar but slow or total failure to document as I put forward earlier. The later Electric Aerial System was made in Japan for Smith's RadioMobile (London). These come up occasional...

Another thought I'd like to throw against the wall and see if it sticks. When this "Experimental Kit" was fabricated it appears to be around 1974 based on drawing dates. Decisions already made to curtain S3 E-type production would have also affected other departments such as documentation/manuals, e...

Hi Bob, After 10 + years searching for an original S3 E-type Electric Aerial System (as depicted in the parts catalogue) I had mostly given up! Then this "Kit" came available, looked interesting so I purchased it. When it arrived It was in a rather plain box with a two-string closure. On opening I f...

Hello Hilton, What a wonderful post. Alas, I never received your PM or photos. I would consider the photos most valuable in any case. If you can resend them to OV!pilot@aol.com I would be most grateful. Jaguar had an experimental department trying out ideas (5 speed tranny, maybe RHD A/C, etc.) so y...

http://www.planethoustonamx.com/restora ... irrors.htm A link to AMC mirrors, types, dimensions and applications. See the note about Jaguar cars.

Happy New Year and Happy Trails 2022

Hi Pete, Have you resolved your high idle problem? Carb overhaul kits do not have parts to overhaul the bypass valve assemblies! The diaphragm and gasket kit must be purchased separately. Do to age and heat soaking the valve diaphragm becomes had and doesn't allow the valve to seal. Hence, an air le...

Jaguar adopted a MOPAR AMC remote mirror for use in Series 3 E-types. The same mirror(s) were also used on XJ6 and S1 XJ12 sedans. There is an on-line vendor who sells reproduction AMC mirrors. A quick visit and you should find what you're looking for. Pay particular attention to the mounting stalk ...

Bob, Your picture is, indeed, a mirror image of the LHD unit. Wonder how many were made and fitted? Do you know any details (VIN #, etc.) of the car fitted?
Thanks for the update,

Dick

Thank you Bob for posting the additional picture. I've found pictures of a RHD S3 with what appears to be factory installed A/C. I'm wondering if they made, as a test, a RHD evaporator unit and it got out of the factory by mistake? It's a mirror image of the LHD, not something someone cobbled up in ...

Bob, That's the first real hard evidence furnished tracing the original manufacturer! It's great - a starting point to begin further investigation. From the small area depicted in your photo I gather the tag was affixed to the evaporator? Would you post a larger area photograph or two of your evapor...

Searching for information on who manufactured the interior (Evaporator) unit for Jaguar. Most other components carry markings that indicate they were made in the USA. Internal components, Thermostat and Blower Switch, were made in the USA. If you have any information please contact me. Happy Trails,...

XJ12 Series 1 Wiring Harness Firewall Grommet: C30670: XJ12 parts manual, Page 12.71.
I know one of the "Usuals" can supply but it's a poor copy.

Happy Trails,

Dick

In this fast moving world today (of business) one has to be one's own advocate. Hoping a reputable company will "do the right thing" is taking a lot for granted. This is especially true if you hit a pot hole, the suspension upright snaps, and you go off exploring the ditch and woods. All I'm saying ...

You may have your original wiring harness re-woven by:

RIWire.com or BritishWire.com here in America. I've used their service in the past and was well pleased with the covering. Came back looking as Factory New.

Dick

Parts came out looking nice but how were they plated? Were they heat treated beginning within 15 minutes of CAD plating to relieve Hydrogen embrittlement? If not properly heat treated (min 4 hours @ 400 degrees F) you may be in for a surprise one day hitting a pot hole. CAD plating is a fantastic su...

Correct. It's a finisher piece under the fold-down centre panel.