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E-Type Jaguar (XKE)

34 messages,  Last post on Apr 18, 2002 at 8:57 PM

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#27 of 34 by Mr_Shiftright HOST

Apr 12, 2002 (8:22 am)

Oh, you can't outguess an E-Type. If you solve the clutch problem, something else will come up to bite you anyway. Just take a hit in the nose and see what's involved to straighten and align that huge nose cone!

#28 of 34 by rea98d

Apr 17, 2002 (7:21 pm)

Oh, the things people go through for love!

#29 of 34 by jrosasmc

Apr 18, 2002 (6:00 am)

So driving a little 5-speed Alfa Spider in traffic would make a modern Vette or Ferrari/Lamborghini look like beasts in traffic, right?

#30 of 34 by Mr_Shiftright HOST

Apr 18, 2002 (5:37 pm)

Well, based on SIZE, yes. You don't exactly "dart" in and out of traffic in a new Vette or Lambo. For one thing, you don't have good sight lines over fenders, etc, and for another, these two cars are WIDE. But I don't think either a VEtte or Lambo would be a CHORE or anything...you just would have to be careful and not make any sudden moves with all that size, weight and power. A little Alfa has none of the above

#31 of 34 If it driving Vettes or Lambos become too much of a chore..... by rea98d

Apr 18, 2002 (6:44 pm)

I'll be more than happy to step in for anyone in need of releif!

#32 of 34 XKE by wtodd2

Apr 18, 2002 (7:05 pm)

Had a '64 and a '67, both roadsters, both a bittersweet love affair. They were quick, good riding, great looking, good handling and great at high speed (120++). On the downside, needed lots of attention, many troubles, particularly overheating, and difficult to work on. As mentioned, changing the clutch involved removing the bonnet and standing the engine/trans assembly almost on end and removing the assembly.I'm glad to have had the opportunity to have had them. Now drive a Vette.

#33 of 34 The Clutch. by impe

Apr 18, 2002 (8:57 pm)

This is a follow-on to message 19. The mechanic who replaced my clutch at approx 30K miles said that the clutch "actually had some left on it" and that the severe chatter was probably in most part due to "hot spots" on the flywheel (whatever they are!). Also, the $3K included a new exhaust system too.
 
I am now thinking about installing an oil filter adaptor so that I can use a spin-on filter. The standard element is a pain to replace and the gasket is so thin and narrow that I always worry that I have not gotten the gasket on perfectly and the oil is going to dump all over the garage floor.
 
Has anyone out there installed an adaptor that allows use of a spin-on filter?
 
My E-Type sits next to my 69 DeVille convertible, and it is fun to see the reactions of people who see them side by side. Although the Cadillac is very attractive and is usually looked at first, most people seem to gravitate to, and spend more time around the Jaguar.
 
Allen Impellitteri

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