Preserving an original 1962 Jaguar E-Type 3.8 EP4

Here we install the engine, tranmission and rear-end into our 1962 Jaguar E-Type Coupe preservation project. We take a close look at the front torsion bars and also fix a leak in the gearbox layshaft. #restoration #jaguar #etype #xke

[@geraldschrader8511]

That rear end assembly is a thing of beauty!

[@STANLIZ4]

Jaguar engineering at its best

[@cratecruncher6687]

Nice episode Richard. Back in 1994 I'd just bought a fully restored S1 (listed right now on BAT) and took my girlfriend for a ride. One of the first things she said is that the ammeter was marked LUCAS and all the others said SMITHS. What!? I was so disappointed to see that one of the gauges had been replaced with a non-original part. Well it turns out all S1s were outfitted with a LUCAS ammeter as can be seen at 16:55 on that very rare and original center console Richard is showing us.

[@johna1160]

Think you meant 16:25

[@cratecruncher6687]

@@johna1160 16:25 is a much better close up. Thanks.

[@marknelson5929]

Man it just keeps getting better - we now have the engine in etc! By far the best automotive series on KZbin! Jokes aside, it's really fascinating to see this lovely Jaguar coming together.

[@sofa-lofa4241]

That IRS setup was a sight to behold... She has a great arse! Love the way the build is progressing, it's looking extremely good, I really love those original plated finishes, and the polishing so the seal doesn't get screwed... thanks for taking the time and effort on these details, these cars appreciate it and so do I

[@marcryvon]

I had never seen a complete rear end assembly. Now I understand a piece from Peter Egan in R&T from years ago, when he restore his own PrimeRose FHC E-Type. The man, an accomplished restorer, was getting mad at that assembly. Suffice to say that he did'nt have a 4 post lift, working from beneath the garage floor on laying on his back... 😱 Epic series.

[@MH-wg6bz]

I love the early Jag mechanics and design

[@gabechiplin8140]

Great unboxing, your excitement was infectious.

[@kbalch]

Love this project! My own predilection is toward a full concours restoration, but I certainly appreciate the preservation point of view, too. Great work as always!!

[@josephmccormack6910]

Getting there. Great work. That car will be beautiful when finished and will stand out......... outstanding.

[@ziomotosan1529]

Beautiful vintage engine 👍

[@friguy4444]

Every episode is so good I just have to say "Awesome". Thank you!

[@jianoconnor8414]

All quite awesome Richard !!!. Good game.

[@themessenger5868]

Once again...just fascinating. Your knowledge and skills are to be admired. Thank you Richard for sharing.

[@pauljanssen2624]

One of the first few engines are rebuilt for gentlemen basically re-ring bearings valve job but I would take the top off the transmission check the front seal too that rear shaft out should have some lock pin and remember those folks please please remember you do not use silicone with gaskets it will turn the gaskets to mush use a good Aviation take Permatex or something there's a red gasket sealer I would use too!

[@pauljanssen2624]

Boy you definitely don't want to forget the driveshaft whoops

[@tool79]

What a beautiful piece of engineering.

[@2541968joey]

Great work & installing engine & IRS means you're getting a lot done. Super camera work!

[@jagvette1]

OK I know this isn't your first rodeo, I'm glad to see you put the radius mounts in the correct way a lot of people do not. Not sure if I have mentioned this before but on the rear hub assembly there is a bleed hole opposite the grease nipple, this should be plugged (I use a self tapping screw) if not when you grease the fulcrum shaft the grease comes out of it and does not always reach the bearings at the end.

[@boldorboy08]

Fantastic sympathetic re-commissioning. Love it.

[@johnmoruzzi7236]

So some treats in store for your E-type.... looking forward to it !

[@robertdavidson3090]

After watching a good number of your videos I am under the impression that you love going to work each day! You have some great partners such as Jet Stream and I see you guys have a great working relationship.

[@theobien5399]

Great to see the progress

[@philtucker1224]

All gorgeous stuff Richard and I’ve got to admit I’m getting pretty excited now as the rebuild gets closer and closer to start-up! Great series as always and best regards to your Dad as I’m nearer to his age than yours. Great work 👍🇬🇧😊

[@gazzafloss]

Going great Richard, an absolute gem...

[@rickdaniel8478]

Beautiful eye candy ! Love the patina Cool car 😀

[@brynvjones6679]

Proper gobsmacking. When I win that Euromillions Lottery Jackpot you're the first person I will contact. Hope we can both get rich; and your Dad of course.

[@darbo23]

Stunning work Richard, you must love your job!

[@jeanhawken4482]

Looking good

[@richardwhatton1249]

Looking brilliant Richard, I can’t wait to hear it fire up. Kind regards, Richard.

[@MultiDesignGuy]

Great vids great build 👍

[@dribsbiddlestone]

Stunning!

[@shirleyboy8859]

You don`t need any tips from me, You are doing a Great Job.... :-))))

[@markxl]

It's always important to polish your flange.

[@stephenholland5930]

Ooh Matron!

[@timprior6849]

Awesome video. If replacing the propeller shaft does the IRS need to be removed?

[@RichardMichaelOwen]

That is correct

[@graemelliott3942]

That used that rear end in De Tomaso Longchamps and Griffiths too

[@mick0846]

I would personally give it a repaint now that you can see that door had had paint and the bumpers need plating. It would still be a amazing original car that has just been refreshed?

[@northof-62]

That instrument panel looks very aircraft style-ish. Now you only need an altimeter!

[@dcallan812]

Looks fantast with the engine back in, be even better with the carb and exhaust back on. 2x👍

[@osh5413]

Hey Richard, can you put a link to the place you bought the old new parts please. Great Video by the way, watching from Shanghai China.

[@ernieleithes6545]

Seeing the rear subframe going in which is a job i have done alot just about everyone i took out the mountings were gone , it worries me to see jags lifted on a 2 post lifts that heavy unit could drop out i suppose the prop would save it.

[@morris2755]

Hi Richard, is your dad a Brit or is he a Canadian from one of the eastern provinces where the accent just retains the Scottish sound? great channel.

[@karlh6700]

Richard, I'm sure this has been mentioned before but instead of the trans 0 ring take it to a machine shop and have a proper lip seal installed.

[@wernerdanler2742]

Looks like you have to drop that whole rear assembly just to do a brake job. Ugh! Doe Jag still use inboard brakes?

[@estpst]

More than one Jag repair place in town?

[@mcashnv]

wonder how that tach needle got bent

[@gazzafloss]

Someone in the past using the "E" how it was made to be used perhaps...

[@adoreslaurel]

Replacing brake pads at the rear, I have read, is a nightmare.

[@conceptalfa]

👍 👍 👍!!!

[@fw1421]

I know my opinion will differ from most but this care should have been completely restored. I don’t care about”Patina”. I want a beautiful example with nice,perfect paint and untracked leather seats. The stone chips and cracked paint just ruined this car for me.

[@upgrade8280]

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[@1chish]

As always some really nice work on that beauty and it is always a big step forward when the engine is where it should be! However as to the retaining bolts on the rear casting of the gearbox you may want to re-visit the threads used there. They would not be Whitworth (BSW) as that thread (or rather its form) was only used on specific places. I think you will find those bolts were BSF especially as they were fitted into a cast iron casing. BSW and BSF are very closely matched in sizes and differ only in Threads per Inch (TPI). For example: Designation OD TPI Hex Head Width 5/16 BSW 0.3125 18 0.518 - 0.525 5/16 BSF 0.3125 22 0.518 - 0.525 So it is quite possible your '5/16 Whitworth' spanner (wrench) fitted the bolt head but that doesn't mean it was a Whitworth bolt. Its quite a story how the UK shifted from one system to another www.jag-lovers.org/xk-lovers/library/whitworth_system.html