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......
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.......
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......
The clean up before blasting requires the removal of all remaining non-metal pieces, including tack strips that were not taken out with the headliner, furflex, and trim. As shown the diagram above there are eight discrete pieces of tack strip on each side of the interior [lengths in brackets]: A)......
No, that’s not snow on the rear axle … it’s a spray-on degreaser. Cleaning old and grimy car parts can’t be at the top of anyone’s list of fun activities, but the work must be done nevertheless. So far, as parts come off the car, they have been labelled, bagged,......
Reference ValveChatter Entry 42 – Fuel gauge sending unit In preparation for media blasting the fuel tank, the fuel gauge sending unit was unscrewed from the face of the tank. The unit has a float mechanism that moves with the gasoline level in the tank, and sends an appropriate signal......
Radiator Reference ValveChatter Entry 18 – Radiator Reference Jaguar Service Manual – Radiator removal Reference Jaguar exploded view – Radiator The 2.4 Mark II does not have a radiator cowl that must be removed. With the coolant (mostly) drained out, the radiator removal procedure is to disconnect the top and......
Reference ValveChatter Entry 18 – Air cleaner Reference Jaguar Service Manual – Air cleaner removal Reference Jaguar exploded view – Air cleaner Our 2.4 model uses a different air cleaner than the larger engine Mark II Jaguars. The 2.4 model employs an “oil bath” air cleaning method, once a popular......
