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The Jaguar 3.4 that's in the car now, appeared to be a collection of parts. The head and the block are matching casting number. The oil pan was...
It weighs about 1300 lbs. But I don't know the front rear weights. It's fun to drive. The handling is great, especially for a solid front axle.
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Here's some new photos. It's running great now, and it's so much fun to drive.
Oil pressure after engine break-in and first oil change. The break-in oil was 30w with no detergent, it now has Valvoline VR-1 10w-30 racing oil....
My T5 is a GM, the Ford T5 is the only one they make adapters for. The GM input shaft is too short even for a custom adapter.
Thanks!
I forgot to mention this was my first engine rebuild. It was a great experience, maybe I'll get a chance to do another one. The transmission and...
The engines 500 mile break-in is complete. I checked the oil filter pleats and they were excellent. The engine is running great. The transmission...
[ATTACH] I replaced all of the valves. It started on the first try, and runs great. It idled at around 400 rpm and was smooth as silk, even...
A valve failed a fluid test, it all ran out the exhaust valve. I've ordered a valve and will know later this week if its a fix.
I checked the Hastings catalog and they only manufacture STD rings for the 3.4's The ring gap was within specs when it was assembled. I...
I've got a cylinder with no compression. It's a straight 6 and 5 of the cylinders have around 150. I did a basic liquid test on the valves and the...
The transmission is back together and ready for the next step. I tested the 1973 4.2 again, it ran smooth until just after hitting 180, then it...
I recently purchased two Jaguar engines and a 4 speed with overdrive. I test started one of the engines yesterday, an older rebuilt 4.2, it runs...
I made a couple of changes to my toy, found a good deal on tires and wheels, plus some bomber style seats. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
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