The inlet manifold, an aluminum casting, communicates to the cylinder head through a series of passageways. Two carburetor mounts, with studs, are at the top. A separate water jacket connects to the main inlet manifold at four water ports. The water temperature sensor fits into a threaded hole in the......
Our engine restoration plans include the replacement of the water pump located at the front of the engine block. We obtained a new unit from SNG Barratt. Once the bolts and stud nuts are removed, the water pump is easily pulled away from the timing chain cover at the front......
Any Jaguar restoration will require new parts to replace worn or damaged ones, and the primary source for classic saloon parts in the United States is SNG Barratt. Barratt is the largest independent distributor of Jaguar parts, founded over thirty years ago in Shropshire, England. Importing parts directly from the......
See also oil filter disassembly post. The torpedo-like canister that holds the oil filter carries the iconic look of the industrial age. Unfortunately, this design also makes changing oil a messy and unpleasant task. Modern spin-on filters are both easy to change and more effective in keeping the oil clean.......
In late August, LaFlamme Towing brought the Jaguar body up to Classic Car Blasting. The work is now nearly complete; the body looks terrific, especially for a 1961 car. Peeling back the layers, Virginia of Classic Car found old body work done on the right side front wing — probably......
See also exhaust manifold disassembly post. Apart from paint, there are three basic kinds of metal treatments used in our Mk2 restoration: ceramic coating powder coating cad plating (as well as tin-zinc DIY electroplating) We’ve selected Pro Finishing for ceramic and powder work (conveniently located next door to Classic Car......
See also overview of engine planning and Metalastik damper. Replacing the water pump requires the removal of the front pulley and crankshaft damper, a flywheel-like disc also known as a harmonic balancer. These parts are secured on the end of the crankshaft with a large bolt (1 5/16″ hex head)......
See also overview of engine planning. The steel oil pan in the 2.4 is a magnet for rust. We’ve had good results with the POR15 system – degreaser, metal prep that removes rust and coats the surface with zinc phosphate, POR15, and if needed for appearance or UV protection, a......
As we begin to deal with all the sub-assemblies, the first decision is whether to restore or replace the part under review. For example, although completely covered in years of road grime, the engine ground strap cleaned up well and is perfectly serviceable. On the other hand, the clutch slave......
With the engine upside down on the engine stand, the oil pan points up at the ceiling and is in the optimal position for removal. Thirty bolts ring the oil pan and hold it to the engine block. After these are removed, the pan can be pried away (pulling parts......
