The 'E' Type Forum

Hi Steve ,
Thanks so much this is really helpful.
I like to work to a plan , brilliant.
I can now study it before ripping it apart.

Thanks again

Hi Guys ,
Thanks for your replies.
I will update you fully when I have my car up on
the ramp this week.
Looks like I will have to remove the automatic
transmission.Advice on this welcome.

Hi Steve ,
Great to hear off someone
Definitely transmission oil.
I believe it is from between the auto box and engine
and can put some photos on once on the ramp.
I believe I read something that you can move the box
back enough to change the gasket
Thanks again for your reply

Hi Guys ,
I have booked ramp space to do this job next week.
I have not received any response yet from forum.
Appreciate any advice if anyone has any advice.

Thanks again Brian

Hi Everyone,
I have a USA import and have a leak from the front where it meets the engine , I believe it is the seal.
Can i change it without fully removing the transmission
Any help appreciated.

Hi Guys , I am now back out on the road again ensuring my car is reliable to do some road trips. I have noticed one of my rear shock absorbers is leaking oil and is an aftermarket fit of Spax. Anyone have experience of resealing them or know who does it local to me in West Midlands. Dont think my wi...

Hi Guys , Firstly many thanks for all your helpful replies , it is very much appreciated. I think the bearings had seized in the one fan motor , causing fuse to blow. I went to SNG and purchased new motor , relay and otter switch for car. All have now been fitted and all seems to be working correctl...

Hi , I have now got my vehicle on the road in the UK , first job has been to road test for reliability in use. All going OK for first 100 miles and then found engine suddenly getting warm. Investigated and found one cooling fan not working and the relay burnt out. The set up looks original so was go...

Hi Guys , Many Thanks for all your posts , I think I now have enough info to make my own mind up. I will keep you updated on how I get on with your suggestions and what my own experiences are. I do believe like anything else I will only get out what I put in so I need to get the new car out ! :). I ...

Thanks Christopher , Nick , Malcolm , Barry and Ash for all your replies. My pal is a member of JDC so I think I will join the E type club so we can compare memberships and also enjoy any meets together in our E types. Unfortunately I cannot make the Shelsley Walsh XK70 meet as I am away on holiday....

Thanks for your prompt reply Christopher.

I definitely do not want to be in a club that is not down to earth & friendly.
I just want to have a destination to drive to and have a chat and a laugh

Many Thanks Brian

Hi All , now my E type is ready for the road I am keen to have some days out in it , this is the first classic I have owned so has any one got any recommendations on a good car or owners club to join locally. I live near Stourbridge in the West Midlands UK. Many Thanks Brian :wavegreatbritain: :wave...

Hi Jeremy , Thank You for your reply to me.Have you got any more information on how you did the repair or better still photos ? Did you do the work your self or use a professional body shop ? Did you have to purchase any parts ? I am hoping to get mine sorted over the next month ready for Easter. Ma...

Hi Christopher ,

Thanks for your prompt reply ! The rust is only cosmetic and only discovered whilst car was being given a
final detailing before getting ready for the UK roads. Everything structural looks fine on the car.

Many Thanks Brian.

Hi All , Whilst preparing my recently acquired 1971 V12 LHD IMPORT I have discovered some rust on the body. The problem area is inside the rear tailgate hatch underneath the rubber seal on the main car body at the bottom of the hatch on the lip. The drain hole is clear at bottom of the hatch and the...

Hi Guys ,
I am close to now getting my imported USA LHD series three on the road legally in the UK.
What do I need to do on the front headlights to comply with the MOT test here ?
Also if I need to change anything what is the best upgrade parts to fit Headlights ?

Many Thanks Brian Tilt.

Hi Guys , I have now road tested the V12 with new pump fitted ( Power max Electronic Fuel Pump ) ,
All works OK but very noisy in use , is this normal ? Is the O.E much quieter in operation ?

Many Thanks Brian.

Hi Philip , John , Sven , Marek , Steve , I very much appreciate all your help and advice as I need it more than most ! :shock: :shock: I want my vehicle to be a running restoration and have reliability and modern upgrades to enjoy. I will upload some photos soon of my E type and keep you up to date...

Hi Guys , many thanks for all your replies to my messages. I really appreciate all your help as a new member and owner. I am not great technically so all advice is welcome to me. The car arrived with a non standard O.E pump from USA. The non standard pump was not working on arrival to UK. I wanted t...

Hi Guys , Thanks for all your replies to my message with regard to fuel pump.
How important is the PSI and flow rate ? I have found one on e-bay for £29.95.
The PSI IS 6 and a flow rate of 40 gallons per hour , is this OK ? Thanks