The 'E' Type Forum

Good to hear that you have solved the problem.

Some random thoughts: Are the new fans the same as the old ones? Is the new relay the same as the old one? Is the new otter switch the same as the old one? You say you have wired these direct to the battery, is that new wire getting trapped when the bonnet is closed? There is a closer connection poi...

You obviously have a wiring problem. Sounds like your new wiring is getting trapped when you close the bonnet.

Carefully check all your joints and make sure there are no loose strands.

You say the fuse blows when the catch engages, presumably the bonnet catch?

I think it is fair to say that red crimp tags were not fitted by Jaguar when they originally built the car. It has been added necently(ish).

The gap on my car is around 1/4 inch and 3/8 at curve of top front corner.

Andy

Definitely remove pedal box otherwise you are on your back with crud falling in your face trying to remove split pins.

Simon

If you have the captive nuts and they are full of rust or paint all you need is a tap to clean them out.

What we need is someone to tell us the thread. You actually have the screws so if you have the technology you could identify the thread.

How about counterboring the hole to allow the sensor to sit a little deeper? Maybe easier than fitting an insert.

Certainly not an E is it. Dashboard all wrong 2 more cylinders than normal. Rear suspension all wrong. As said before. What is the point?

Gerry

I can strongly recommend the wiring diagrams book produced by Coventry Auto Components if you are going to DIY.

https://coventryautocomponents.co.uk/st ... es-2-etype

You will wonder how you managed without it!

Dave. I agree with Steve, remove rev counter and dash top and access is very good.

Tim

Another couple of thoughts. As you are grovelling about under the dash replace the instrument voltage regulator with a solid state version.

I have a recollection that I had to extend some leads at the RH end of the dash cable, maybe something to do with the ignition switch?

Hi Tim

If you have not done so already renew the fuse boxes. Buy yourself a copy of the Coventry whatever wiring diagrams. Get a set of replacement grommets and stock up on patience!!

Mike

Hi Mark

I would recommend Martin at https://thebeaconsfieldworkshop.co.uk

Beaconsfield is not that far from Camberley. Don’t be put off by pictures of Rolls Royces and Bentleys, they know their E-types.

Mike

Hi Pablo The mouth in the bonnet/hood of the series 2 and 3 E-types is bigger than that of the series 1 because Jaguar wanted to improve the cooling airflow into the radiator. Fitting any additional lighting into the mouth of a series 1 would therfore be a retrograde step particularly in countries w...

Hi Tony Wise words from John there - I still wouldn't fit an ammeter with an alternator replacing a dynamo not least because you will struggle to find a new ammeter that can handle the increased current output, let alone the fire risk. If you want to see how an ammeter is wired up look in the Knowle...

Tony

Have a look at Holden.co.uk. They do Smiths/Lucas voltmeters which are cheaper than Nisonger.

And in reply to your first post I find it hard to believe that voltmeters are only negative earth. The Holden voltmeter has two separate insulated terminals.

Mike

Every day is a school day. So I was wrong about there being vacuum at supercharger inlet. Must do some more research to understand because that seems odd.

Enjoy your supercharged B Andrew!

Hi Andrew

Surely you need to take vacuum from supercharger inlet/carb outlet. Inlet manifold on engine will be positive pressure.

Hi Al

I have used silver Hammerite spray on front suspension parts and it seems to be lasting well.