So as stated in the intro thread , here are some pix of the Jag described:



The body is in the metal shop , being the roughest part of the project. I will be working on the mechanical part as my friend works on the body. You can see the original re-built engine, and the blasted and painted chassis.

 

Does anyone have any idea what colors the suspension components would be finished in?

 

Very cool. It looks like it is coming along nicely! Unfortunately, I couldn't tell you the original color of the suspension parts. Mine is too far gone to tell. My guess is black, but I don't really know. Jaguar Heritage could probably tell you - Jaguar Heritage. Jaguar Classic Parts

 

A good reference is Paul Skilleter's book "Jaguar Saloon Cars", which has an entire chapter on the Mk V. It has good detailed photos of the chassis. All the suspension components are black, except the shocks and the hardware.

 

Csib , Mike , -Thanks-

I'll put up some more pix in a few day's , some minor progress.
I have to deal with the throttle shafts on the SU carbs , there is too much play , the bodies will need to be drilled and fitted with bushings and a new throttle shaft. This is not unfamiliar to me, having done it on S&S carbs for Harleys.

Thank you ,Steve

 

Can't wait for more pics! Love this stuff!

 

What color would the shocks be then?

 

+1...love these threads

 

The shocks are consumables, so they are in whatever color that the OEM supplier chose. Anyone for orange Konis.....

 

-Thanks for the color info.-

Here we are today, an order will be placed for some of the needed items so a little hiatus until they arrive.

 

Wonderful photos! The Mk V is one of my favorite Jaguars-that-I-have-not-owned. It was only meant as an interim model - combining the new-style torsion bar front suspension with the old school chassis, engine, and body styling. But Jaguar was surprised to sell 10,493 in all variants over the three year production run. Only 577 of the LHD 3.5 DHC version were produced. The DHC is a bit too valuable for my bank account, but I have had my eyes peeled for a nice saloon for years.

 

Mike thanks for that info.
I understand we are dealing with a rare and expensive car. The car is a complete and original example. We are endeavoring to keep to non-fatal assembly techniques and the like. Someone else will be able to take the car ,when we are done, and elevate it to the next level of finish.

 

Steve,

You probably know this already, but just in case...

The Classic Jaguar Association is the focused organization for Mk V and earlier Jaguars:
Classic Jaguar Association - CJA is a car club dedicated to the preservation and restoration of all classic Jaguar automobiles

Their forum doesn't seem to have much activity, but their membership would certainly be the store of knowledge on the Mk V.

Folks may not appreciate how much of a bigger restoration challenge the DHC represents - it's not just a Mk V saloon with the top removed. That's especially true of the body work, with many more aspects of classic, hand-work, coach building techniques compared to the almost all-steel saloon. There is a lot more wood in the DHC body work - the single piece of timber along the full length of the bottom sills (where the saloon has a more common hollow steel box section), the complex door framing all in wood, plus wood members running around the top rear of the body (per Paul Skilleter). Then there is the sheer complexity of the DH top itself. Hope you have a good body guy (with wood working skills)!

 

Mike - Thanks for the link and info.
we do have an excellent body guy, and I' not so bad at the woodwork.
Here is a shot or two of the door from one side:




..and the sad carbs with 2-3mm throttle shaft play, new bushings and shaft on the way.

 

Never know what you'll find when you open up those doors! Maybe treasure? Usually just more rust! lol Looking good man. Loving the ability to follow your progress like this

 

Excellent job , , I love these topics too

 

Thanks for your interest. I am waiting for a bushing kit for the carbs. And my freind is finishing his shop. The Jag will prolly pick up some speed in the new year , bits and bobs until then....

 

Hi Steve,
Magnificent job.
I started also the restoration of a MK V DHC, but I'm still in the process of dismanteling.
I will surrely follow you on this forum to pick some ideas if you don't mind.
All the best
Dirk

 

Hello. Are there any new developments on Steve's or Dirk's vehicles referred to in this thread? Starting on restoration/rebuilding a MKV DHC in April. Paul.

 

Hi Paul,
My car is now in the stage that the frame was sandblasted and powder coated, engine and transmission and suspension rebuild. (see picture).
Im now in the process to restore the body. The tub is repaired and powder coated and I'm now restoring the wood of the doors. After that I will have all parts painted in the primary colour.
Still about 2 years to go I think.
Regards
Dirk