An XK8 Project (1999MY)
#41
It is a huge inspiration to see you trucking along on your project.
Mine is starting to get on the rough side, a lot of body work is needed, and your post have given me the extra push to finally get going on returning her to her former glory.
Great work as usual and I can not wait to see this gorgeous project completed (I'm sure you're more excited than I am haha)
Good luck!
Mine is starting to get on the rough side, a lot of body work is needed, and your post have given me the extra push to finally get going on returning her to her former glory.
Great work as usual and I can not wait to see this gorgeous project completed (I'm sure you're more excited than I am haha)
Good luck!
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Before re-installing tranny, make sure a/c drain hose is clear & the end is not restricted or stuck closed. This hose is nearly impossible to access when tranny is in car. Water backs up & soaks carpets. Read other posts on this, as I believe some trim the end off the tube so it is fully open.
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#46
Stop Rust with POR-15® - We Know What Permanent Means!
I used this after blasting with dry ice to remove all rot,tough as nails
I used this after blasting with dry ice to remove all rot,tough as nails
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Stop Rust with POR-15® - We Know What Permanent Means!
I used this after blasting with dry ice to remove all rot,tough as nails
I used this after blasting with dry ice to remove all rot,tough as nails
I have two gallons ready to go
#48
Donor Car
After repairing the passenger side floor I discovered a California donor car was available and I decided to repair the drivers side (North American) with a cut out of the entire panel. I also found some holes in the rear trunk spare well and repaired them also. I am going to spray the entire inside of the trunk with a bed liner material same as what is employed in the back of pickup trucks. I'm hoping to have all the repairs completed soon so I can get back to re-installing the refurbished rear suspension and differential. One note, I have decided to weld in all the drain plugs. Useless as far as I'm concerned. If this Jag ever falls off a ferry then it will become a monument to the Great Lakes. As for the front end, well lets just say I have a little customization to undertake and it requires the removal of the center bumper supports the removal of which was easy by a grinding off the rivets
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"You the MAN" I admire your determination and tenacity. Reading your posts have been enjoyable and a learning experience. Keep on plugin' away and you will be on the road next summer for sure. Did the dif. need bearing or any repairs? Perhaps a LSD would be an option also? Would it be beneficial?
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If my welding ends up half as good as this I will be well pleased.
Can I ask what type and thickness (gauge) steel you used for the rear chassis repair and whether the reverse side was treated before welding in place (e.g. weld-through primer or galvanised)?
I am just after ideas before plucking up courage to do mine.
Thanks
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Great job!
If my welding ends up half as good as this I will be well pleased.
Can I ask what type and thickness (gauge) steel you used for the rear chassis repair and whether the reverse side was treated before welding in place (e.g. weld-through primer or galvanised)?
I am just after ideas before plucking up courage to do mine.
Thanks
If my welding ends up half as good as this I will be well pleased.
Can I ask what type and thickness (gauge) steel you used for the rear chassis repair and whether the reverse side was treated before welding in place (e.g. weld-through primer or galvanised)?
I am just after ideas before plucking up courage to do mine.
Thanks
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Oil Tech (similar to Krown & Rust Check) are the best. My 1985 XJ6 stayed solid as new until I sold her. My 1997 XK8 is the same. Glad you protected your good work. Days past, most panel work would look good for a couple of years until the rust came through from the inside out.
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