The 'E' Type Forum

As mentioned above it is not a difficult process just requires a little patience. I have just rebuilt my carbs and spent time ensuring the throttle and choke linkages were set correctly and the engine started first time and only required some minor adjustments. Also make sure the spindle shafts have...

Hi Ron, With PAS fitted you run 3 belts, the PAS pump is run off the crankshaft using an additional pulley bolted to the existing pulley. The hose from the rear of the pump goes to the outer connection (the one marked 2-68 in the photo) and is 1" (outside dimension) hose, these pics may help. Simon ...

Hi Nigel, I too have a 2+2 with PAS, when I replaced the belts I spoke with the guys at SNG Barratt who supplied the correct ones, must say fitting the crank to water pump belt was a pig to fit, others have had the same problem. Simon

Thanks, had the engine out couple of years ago for a rebuild and at the same time tidied everything up and fitted new modern fans, disappointed with the exhaust manifolds as the coating is cracking and falling off, otherwise very pleased.
Simon

Excellent, let me know if you need any further info.
Simon

Hi Ron,
Apologies for the delay in replying, I've been out and about. Hopefully this pic will help.
Simon

I stand corrected, on further inspection it is fabricated and welded steel.

The bracket is unique to S2 cars with PAS and mounts the PAS pump and alternaor. From memory it is a cast unit and I believe is not longer available. You can see it in the pictures. Simon https://i.postimg.cc/hvY7bL6s/20200702-110419.jpg https://i.postimg.cc/MpVjVjD0/20200702-110509.jpg https://i.po...

I believe there is bracket.When is stops raining I will go out to the garage to check and take some more detailed pics.
Simon

Is this any help? If required I can take some more pics. The heat shield is non standard!
Simon

Hi Keith and welcome, I'm near Bingham in the Vale of Belvoir, so pretty local to you. More than welcome to meet and chat.

Simon

Final got round to replacing the top hose and overflow pipe and all now appears OK. As can be seen from the photos the overflow pipe was badly crimped and the top hose deformed. Thanks for all the help. https://i.postimg.cc/h4ZfH511/20191016-120050-1.jpg https://i.postimg.cc/mrTLcYSr/20191016-120216...

John, apologies for not replying sooner but have been away on holiday. The top hose has not sprung back after cooling down so I am replacing. I am replacing the hose and testing next week and will report back
Thanks

Checked everything, have 7lb cap and plain cap, the hose has not sprung back so will be replacing. The only thing I have found is the overflow pipe from the expansion tank is crimped and as result would be severely restricting the flow, I will be replacing this and the caps. Also the expansion tank ...

Been away most of the week so have not had a chance to check, but will be checking everything this weekend and will report back.
Thanks
Simon

Thanks for the reply, to my knowledge the caps are correct, but I am going to change them when I replace the top hose and will be checking over the cooling system, but it's all relatively new with a new rad 4 months ago.

Just done my usual daily checks of fluids and noticed that the top radiator hose has collapsed, the picture does not show the problem too well but it is now nearly flat. I have had no over heating issues and the system is full of coolant. Has anyone come across this before, or is it just a failure o...

Hi Robbie,
They are the same size as mine and will be fine after a good clean! I will drop you a PM to arrange pick up etc, I am based in Notts so not too away.

Thanks
Simon

Hi all,

Thanks for your replies.

Angus - are these bushes available 'off the shelf' and as over sized or would they have to be custom made?
Robbie - please let me know the details and what you want for them.

Many thanks
Simon

Hi, I am in the process rebuilding the IRS and diff and have the unit out of the car and dismantled. Most parts are not too bad, the diff is being sent off for rebuild, however the rear inner wishbone bearing seats are damaged on both wishbones, the photo shows the damage. My question is what can be...