Jaguar XJ40-R Race Car Project
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Cheers Guys
Almost secured a complete XJ40 4.0 manual, just waiting to hear back. If I get the car then the box change will have to wait until after Silverstone, but I'll be pleased I secured a manual 40 as these are becoming quote rare, especially 4.0 cars. I'll then try to make sure she's manual before Brands Hatch end of May.
Also bought a go pro with all the relevant bits so I can record my next race, it's quite a popular thing to do and I'll be looking forward to watching the playback.
Next job is to check the car over, clean it, paint a bit more of the interior so it's all one colour and ensure she's ready for Silverstone.
Cheers
Almost secured a complete XJ40 4.0 manual, just waiting to hear back. If I get the car then the box change will have to wait until after Silverstone, but I'll be pleased I secured a manual 40 as these are becoming quote rare, especially 4.0 cars. I'll then try to make sure she's manual before Brands Hatch end of May.
Also bought a go pro with all the relevant bits so I can record my next race, it's quite a popular thing to do and I'll be looking forward to watching the playback.
Next job is to check the car over, clean it, paint a bit more of the interior so it's all one colour and ensure she's ready for Silverstone.
Cheers
Silverstone over, the gearbox has to go! It's changing up early and doing my head in. The Go Pro got some great footage however. Qualified 3rd from last, finished last, just couldn't catch anyone as it wouldn't rev out on the straights.
XJ restorations are jumping on board with the car hopefully and it shall have a manual box, sit closer to the ground and many new bushes before Brands which should allow me to get up the field and start proper racing.
The engine is sweet as a nut though, great oil pressure through out and the temperature gauge stayed put. I'll write a big up date next with the changes and pictures.
Cheers
XJ restorations are jumping on board with the car hopefully and it shall have a manual box, sit closer to the ground and many new bushes before Brands which should allow me to get up the field and start proper racing.
The engine is sweet as a nut though, great oil pressure through out and the temperature gauge stayed put. I'll write a big up date next with the changes and pictures.
Cheers
When can we see said race footage?So a worth while up date. It's full speed ahead now.
Went here (300Jags)
Picked this one
Manual 3.2, dropping it off at garage on Tuesday so the box, and new clutch can go into my car. Leaving me with a lowered car, stiffer springs, fresh bushes, manual box, advanced ignition timing, and a lighter car. This should make me far more competitive for Brands. Next up date next week
Went here (300Jags)
Picked this one
Manual 3.2, dropping it off at garage on Tuesday so the box, and new clutch can go into my car. Leaving me with a lowered car, stiffer springs, fresh bushes, manual box, advanced ignition timing, and a lighter car. This should make me far more competitive for Brands. Next up date next week
Little plug for you in case there are people who fancy watching and have nothing else to do on 31st May: http://www.jec-racing.org.uk/ai1ec_event/jec-saloo...
Edited to add JEC gallery link: http://www.jec-racing.org.uk/classic-sparestoyo-ti...
Edited to add JEC gallery link: http://www.jec-racing.org.uk/classic-sparestoyo-ti...
EggsBenedict said:
Little plug for you in case there are people who fancy watching and have nothing else to do on 31st May: http://www.jec-racing.org.uk/ai1ec_event/jec-saloo...
Edited to add JEC gallery link: http://www.jec-racing.org.uk/classic-sparestoyo-ti...
I'm out at Brands that weekend so will watch out for you.Edited to add JEC gallery link: http://www.jec-racing.org.uk/classic-sparestoyo-ti...
Ok so she's 99% ready, picking her up tomorrow. Should be a different animal to drive now, all new bushes, rebuilt front subframe, lowered and most importantly she's now manual. The sponsor has kept me updated well, the next instalment will be post Brands Hatch
Old rusty and seriously shagged bushes
All new! Plus shocks
How she looks at the moment
Next stage will include a whole lot of wiring in the bin and a crash diet! But I'll see how it gets on at Brands first
Cheers
Old rusty and seriously shagged bushes
All new! Plus shocks
How she looks at the moment
Next stage will include a whole lot of wiring in the bin and a crash diet! But I'll see how it gets on at Brands first
Cheers
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