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by tim wood
Tue Oct 29, 2024 8:50 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Chassis and engine numbers don't match
Replies: 22
Views: 684
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Re: Chassis and engine numbers don't match

My car is a California import. I went to see the car before buying although photos would suffice I suppose. I made absolutely sure that the chassis, engine and plate numbers all matched. ( checked the gearbox number later at home) Mine has the J68 prefix to the chassis number which is shown on the t...
by tim wood
Tue Oct 29, 2024 8:58 am
Forum: General
Topic: Chassis and engine numbers don't match
Replies: 22
Views: 684
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Re: Chassis and engine numbers don't match

Don’t just walk away - Run !!
by tim wood
Fri Aug 23, 2024 10:22 am
Forum: Series 1
Topic: Fosseway Hi-Torque Starter and Spigot Plate
Replies: 6
Views: 2668
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Re: Fosseway Hi-Torque Starter and Spigot Plate

I know that this is an old thread but with the current (no pun intended) comments on high torque starters I thought that I would update this. I have a Fosseway starter and being aware of the issue I phoned Simon. Hi says that the latest starters from Fosseway have been modified so that no spacer pla...
by tim wood
Sat Aug 03, 2024 11:23 am
Forum: Series 1
Topic: Inlet Manifold Throttle Cam Binding
Replies: 10
Views: 1420
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Re: Inlet Manifold Throttle Cam Binding

Those mounts look knackered !

As mentioned check carefully on carb to bonnet clearance ( although with products from Rob Beere you should be ok )
by tim wood
Sat Aug 03, 2024 11:20 am
Forum: General
Topic: Series 1.5 door recess panels
Replies: 0
Views: 1204
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Series 1.5 door recess panels

Does anyone have a source for the plastic moulded panels fitted to the recess in series 1.5 doors.
These differ significantly from series 2 items which won’t fit.

I’ve tried all the usual who seem to offer only series 2

Thanks
Tim
by tim wood
Fri Aug 02, 2024 2:03 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Heres a weird question
Replies: 12
Views: 2712
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Re: Heres a weird question

Don’t be tempted as I was to use anyone who claims to have fitted e type hoods. I purchased a hood from Aldridge (perfect) and used a local “experienced trimmer” to fit. Total cost about £1k. Seems cheap you think. Unless you factor in that the job is appalling. I’ve improved it over time but it wil...
by tim wood
Thu Aug 01, 2024 8:43 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: Stub Axle Ring
Replies: 2
Views: 800
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Re: Stub Axle Ring

Simple really.
Using a small drift tap it out from the top. ( once you have removed the old ball joint )
Access from inside the hub carrier
by tim wood
Thu Jul 25, 2024 10:13 pm
Forum: Series 1
Topic: Inlet Manifold Throttle Cam Binding
Replies: 10
Views: 1420
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Re: Inlet Manifold Throttle Cam Binding

Do you have the spacing plate sometimes fitted under the right side engine mount?
This is present to avoid the throttle linkage catching on the engine frame

Part number c18242


Tim
by tim wood
Sun Jul 21, 2024 5:34 pm
Forum: Series 1
Topic: Clock Replacement Procedure
Replies: 11
Views: 1569
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Re: Clock Replacement Procedure

My thoughts are that removing the tach is the best way. The clock needs to be slotted into position. Tachometer can be removed either from the top by taking off the dash top or by removing the lower cover panel . This is a bit more fiddly getting to the tachometer fixings but less work. I would take...
by tim wood
Sat Jul 06, 2024 4:06 pm
Forum: Series 2
Topic: Accidental damage E-Type Series 2 OTS?
Replies: 6
Views: 1279
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Re: Accidental damage E-Type Series 3 OTS?

Hi,
Marek will know better on series 3 but I don’t like the look of that crease just by the bonnet hinge shown in the last picture.

What’s the rest of the car like .

I’d be inclined to leave and look at others
by tim wood
Sat Jul 06, 2024 2:55 pm
Forum: Series 2
Topic: Accidental damage E-Type Series 2 OTS?
Replies: 6
Views: 1279
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Re: Accidental damage E-Type Series 3 OTS?

Similar damage on both sides. I would be looking very carefully. How are the bulkhead fixings ?
by tim wood
Sat Jul 06, 2024 12:56 pm
Forum: Series 1
Topic: Front Brake Caliper issues
Replies: 7
Views: 1380
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Re: Front Brake Caliper issues

Couple of what appears to be real bargains on eBay at the moment.
Fosseway callipers and discs.


No affiliation

Tim
by tim wood
Fri Jul 05, 2024 11:59 am
Forum: Series 1
Topic: Head bolt torque Series 1 4.2 1966
Replies: 3
Views: 836
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Re: Head bolt torque Series 1 4.2 1966

I don’t believe that any torque figure has been published for these. My head was rebuilt by CMES who supplied a copy of the torque setting and tightening sequence and method. No mention of the figures for these smaller nuts.

Tim
by tim wood
Mon Jul 01, 2024 2:10 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: Upgraded 3.8 clutch reservoir - did I imagine it?
Replies: 2
Views: 849
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Re: Upgraded 3.8 clutch reservoir - did I imagine it?

I think that SNG now sell them with the hose attached to prevent splitting.Maybe also they fit the spigot inside the reservoir.

I’ve also heard that Fosseway can supply an aluminium unit but it’s not on their website
by tim wood
Sat Jun 08, 2024 5:46 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Never a better day to do some waxing !!
Replies: 0
Views: 1365
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Never a better day to do some waxing !!

So on a pleasant day it was time to do something I’ve had on my mind for a while. I’ve been conscious that I should get some cavity wax in place. Since I don’t trust many people I decided to DIY. I’ve got a small compressor and first thoughts were to use cans and the appropriate gun. However on insp...
by tim wood
Fri May 24, 2024 11:52 am
Forum: Series 1
Topic: Interior, tips please
Replies: 9
Views: 2278
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Re: Interior, tips please

Maybe the Chris Rooke book which has a section on trimming.
by tim wood
Thu May 09, 2024 11:42 am
Forum: General
Topic: Chrome wire wheels.
Replies: 6
Views: 1448
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Re: Chrome wire wheels.

Anyone used Peter Rees wheels?
http://classicwirewheels.blogspot.com/


Tim
by tim wood
Wed May 01, 2024 5:46 pm
Forum: Series 1
Topic: Correct wipers and arms for S1 2+2 ?
Replies: 3
Views: 2289
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Re: Correct wipers and arms for S1 2+2 ?

Difficult to tell, you need to check the length.

In any event the blades should not be that matt black colour and the rubber looks perished and worn
by tim wood
Sun Apr 21, 2024 7:48 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: Hylomar
Replies: 5
Views: 871
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Re: Hylomar

I used a composite head gasket supplied by the people who rebuilt my head. Well respected in the etype forum They recommended VHT copper gasket spray with very specific torqureand re torque process. I’ve spoken to others who also recommend this product and process. Thinking again - I would speak to...
by tim wood
Sun Apr 21, 2024 7:46 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: Hylomar
Replies: 5
Views: 871
Great Britain

Re: Hylomar

I used a composite head gasket supplied by the people who rebuilt my head. Well respected in the etype forum
They recommended VHT copper gasket spray with very specific torqureand re torque process.
I’ve spoken to others who also recommend this product and process.