ECR Posted October 28, 2011 Share Posted October 28, 2011 A French friend has one with engine problems. The local garage (who seem very competent and who do a lot more than "put a new "module" in)) have stripped it and inspected it. I am now being asked to help source parts. The list is enormous, new cylinder head, all new bearings, new timing chain, new clutch, oil pump, water pump, pistons, rings, gasket set, etc, etc. It would seem likely to me that a replacement engine is perhaps a better bet (if available ), but before that we will need to source and price the parts. Which forums and/or clubs are likely to be good places for advice ? Edited by - ecr on 28 Oct 2011 12:41:02 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
virden Posted October 28, 2011 Share Posted October 28, 2011 I would have thought the Jaguar Owners Club is aa first stop. Also look at the Ads in Motorsport mag, they have a strong Jag following.......Looks like an expensive rebuild Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McBreadhead Posted October 28, 2011 Share Posted October 28, 2011 Can you get a copy of the Jag enthusiasts magazines like Jaguar World or equivalent? See here: here Loads of advice on such rebuilds, things to watch and where to source parts. Home in on the right back issue which you will need to get them to send and you will be better informed. However this to me spells "specialist" and to have a "good" garage in my opinion may not be good enough and could lead to disapointment. The car is a classic and demands specialist knowledge. Can they provide a decent warranty? Beware!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
micksmetafors Posted October 28, 2011 Share Posted October 28, 2011 Hi Roger, I guess you need Jaguar Drivers Club as a start point. Many years ago I used to work on Jags with this type of engine and they aren't difficult. Juat big. Parts are a bit pricier than they used to be but most everything is available. Your ami might be better going for a good quality recon unit though. Cheers, Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECR Posted October 28, 2011 Author Share Posted October 28, 2011 Thanks Steve A recon unit is where I suspect it will end up .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DougBaker Posted October 28, 2011 Share Posted October 28, 2011 Worth checking if the current engine is the original as having a "matching numbers" car might be worth the extra cost of fixing the currently installed engine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECR Posted October 29, 2011 Author Share Posted October 29, 2011 Good point Doug .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Just like the Caterham world there are many options. I can suggest two having rebuilt one of these to fast road spec. I would keep with the original engine even if doesnt have matching numbers as there as Jaguar built different specs for different models and to maintain / increase the value of the car it is best to have an E type engine. If when it is stripped it is found to be something else then you can then decide what to do. As E Types are of a certain value these days it is worth keeping the basic originality intact. VSE Engines (they have a web site) are a company who specialise in these engines and are set up just for that, in business for many years, have built thousands, advertise in club magazines etc etc. They tend to rebuild to original specification (cast pistons etc) or with some upgrades for reliability and power if you want it. I went for their VS02 club sport spec which has minor mods (larger inlet valves, porting, lightened flywheel - 20 to 30bhp up on standard) which I have found to be excellent. They are very good value and the engine comes back having been run on a test bed, everything polished, painted etc etc. If you want the very best then Rob Beere Racing are the people. Much more expensive as they are building with forged pistons, special parts etc etc. This is not necessary for a road engine unless you want over 300bhp or are prepared to spend allot more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECR Posted October 29, 2011 Author Share Posted October 29, 2011 Useful George, thanks. The engine is stripped at the moment, how is it possible to determine that it is a proper E type engine (what are the points of difference to look out for ?) Roger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 I am no sure of what too look for. Probably check the numbers. You could call VSE, they are helpful and could advise. If you decide to rebuild in France you can also buy all of the parts through people like Martin Robey - who sell E Type parts. Unless the mechanic is really good, I would send to a specialist as you are more or less guaranteed a good result. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECR Posted October 29, 2011 Author Share Posted October 29, 2011 The mechanic looks good. It is a specialist place and has Porsche, Caterham, Lotus, Jaguar, Renault Alpine as well as a few ordinary cars in various states of progress. I am pretty sure he knows how to rebuild an engine. Time will tell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Sounds like you are in safe hands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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