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  1. JackA

    what other old cars are in your garage?

    I hope that crooks don't know where you live! You might hve fewer cars to brag about. Almost like posting your vacation on Facebook.
  2. JackA

    what other old cars are in your garage?

    1990 Jaguar XJS Convertable.
  3. JackA

    Cabinet delivery

    Half Fast Delivery.
  4. JackA

    Some draw with key off

    Check your mulitimeter for a blown fuse. Later units have a 500ma fuse.
  5. JackA

    Testing a coil

    What is a "slant pole" coil?
  6. JackA

    Battery Filler

    No. I use a Turkey baster, it works good. And I get my distilled water free form my air conditioner.
  7. JackA

    Dash cables replacing

    Finished the installation and my engine runs smoother, why? I assume that because the old wires were farmer fabricated and too long and undersized. I replaced the other underhood harness as well.
  8. JackA

    Any problem with draining radiator

    I was able to get the motor running, so will put in 50/50. Thanks all!!
  9. JackA

    Decent quality amp meter?

    Does anyone make a decent quality amp meter. Chinese needle fell of the pivots just from turning over the dash to bent the mounting tabs. I am thinking of going digital. I will try to repair it?
  10. JackA

    Any problem with draining radiator

    Can I drain the radiator for the winter? Motor won't start and can't mix antifreeze.
  11. JackA

    AACA Magazines now on USB.

    What is USB? Universal serial buss, Upper sideband?
  12. JackA

    Dash cables replacing

    I am now replacing all the wires that go from the terminal box to the dash. The old one were ready to short out and I recommend that you replace yours. (and add a fuse)!
  13. JackA

    Complete draining of coolant?

    The specification says three gallons. I get only two gallons through the petcock. Does this mean that I had been low on coolant or there is still one gallon in the system?
  14. JackA

    field find, help identify body

    The car or the skeleton?
  15. JackA

    how to remove tapered grease fittings

    What is the best technique for removing the tapered grease fittings?
  16. JackA

    Installing a mechanical temperature gauge?

    Thanks to all. I hadn't thought about routing it through the floorboard (DUH!). I will get started soon. Thanks also for the confirmation that a thermostat is needed. I already have that and no cooling problems.
  17. JackA

    Installing a mechanical temperature gauge?

    Thanks Tom, that is what I imagined.
  18. JackA

    Installing a mechanical temperature gauge?

    I have all the needed parts to install said gauge, but I am wondering what to do with the excess length of lead to the probe. Yes, I know I can't cut it. My thought is too bundle it up loosely in the cab and up under the tank. My gauge will be located below the speedometer. If anyone has done...
  19. JackA

    Gap in hood

    Mitch,I did have the hood off last year and don't remember it being that far off. Glenn, I just noticed pads between the frame and radiator mount. I don't think they should be there, but not sure. They aren't very thick. I'm going to try shortening the rods tomorrow and will take pics...
  20. JackA

    Gap in hood

    I have a moderately severe gap at the rear of my hood. I have read past post about shimming the cowl, but my doors look about level. I suspect that the radiator is too high. What do you think and what do I have to do to lower it? I am old and can't get under the car easily. This is on my...
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