Classic Marque April 2013 by Jaguar Drivers Club of SA

April 2013 2013 2013 1973 1973

Classic

Marque

The Monthly Magazine of the

Jaguar Drivers Club of South Australia

Jaguar ‘S’-type 50 Years 1963-2013

Jaguar ‘S’type “THEN and NOW “

‘S’-type 1963—2013

Club Directory Management Committee:

President Phone: Email:

XK, MK 7,8,9 Email: SS & Daimler

Peter Holland (08) 8271 0048 president@jdcsa.com.au

Vice President Di Adamson Mobile: 0407 862 758 Email: vicepresident@jdcsa.com.au Treasurer Mobile: Email:

Tim White 0419 809 021 treasurer@jdcsa.com.au

Secretary Mobile: Email:

Julian Lugg 0417 882 930 secretary@jdcsa.com.au

Robin Ide 0428 816 678 rdide@tpg.com.au Malcolm Adamson (08)82783002

Email:

daimlerss@jdcsa.com.au

MK 1, 2, S, 420 Email: V12 Email: XJ, 420G, MKX Email: E-Type Email: Multi-Valve Email:

Geoff Thomas (08) 8374 3228 gemathom@adam.com.au Roger Adamson 0421 052 518 v12@jdcsa.com.au Bob Charman (08) 8248 4111 xj420g@jdcsa.com.au Alan Baker 0429 097 729 etype@jdcsa.com.au Ron Palmer 0418 855 597 multivalve@jdcsa.com.au

Editor Classic Marque Philip Prior Phone: (08) 8276 6136 Mobile: 0402 670 654 Email: philipprior@bigpond.com

Club Services

Membership Secretary Daphne Charman Phone: (08) 8248 4111 Mobile: 0404 999 200 Email: membership@jdcsa.com.au

Regalia

David Bicknall 0411 066 225

Librarian

Tom & Marj Brindle (08)8387 0051

Events Coordinator Bill Browne Phone: (08) 8355-1214 Mobile: 0429 169 798 Email: wbrowne5@bigpond.com

North

Don Evans (08) 8251 1575

Central

Evan Spartalis (08) 8362 8116 and Geoff Mockford (08) 8223 1997

South

Onslow Billinghurst (08)8325 1971

Web Editor Mobile: Email:

Club Representatives

Tom Herraman 0423 214 644 info@jdcsa.com.au

JDCSA Committee Members Email: committee@jdcsa.com.au Club Web Site www.jdcsa.com.au Club Postal Address PO Box 30, Rundle Mall SA 5000

Technical Officer Geoff Mockford Ph. (08) 8362 5997 / 0438 768 770

Log Books Julian Lugg: 0417 882 930

Inspectors—Historic Vehicles

Australian Council of Jaguar Clubs (ACJC) Rick Luff 0411 426 913 Federation of Historic Motoring Clubs (FHMC) Neil Murrie (08) 8431 4497 / 0412 735 548 Marque Sports Car Association (MSCA) Barry Kitts (08) 8391 1759 All British Day Bob Charman (08) 8248 4111

Classic Marque

is the official magazine of the Jaguar Drivers Club of South Australia produced calendar monthly with the exception of January. The Deadline for all copy is the last Tuesday of each month. The Editor reserves the right to accept, reject or modify content submitted for publication. The opinions/views expressed in published articles are wholly those of the respective authors, and are not necessarily those of Jaguar, the Editor, the Club, or the Members. Advertisers and sponsors who place advertisements do so because they value their association with the JDCSA. Placement of these advertisements should not necessarily be taken to mean the club endorses the services offered. 2

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Club Torque I Just Wanted One! I grew up in Griffith NSW. My uncle Ben, now deceased purchased a brand new Jaguar Mk 2 2.4ltr (if my memory serves me right) in the late 50s. It was a lovely black car with red leather interior, and all that lovely woodwork. I was just a teenager at the time but remember the car well. It was the envy of my father who owned the current model Ford (Star Model) V8 by contrast with plastic covered vinyl seats. I guess my first desire, to own one of these Jaguars had its beginnings back then and I never quite got over it. I recall that this car was regarded as a very prestigious car to own in those days with a reputation for being very fast. The car stayed in the family for many years and in latter years I often enquired after it with the thought that maybe one day I might own it or one just like it. My last enquiry in 2009 revealed that the car had recently been sold and was to be parted out. I had to wait another 45 years or so before my dream would be realized. I wonder how many ‘baby boomers’ finally decide (or can finally afford) in their retirement years to buy the car they always wanted? I originally had my heart set on purchasing a Mark 2, and scanned the internet for approximately six months trying to hide my determination rather unsuccessfully from my wife. During this period I educated myself on many of the finer details of these cars and their values. I talked to a lot of sellers and personally inspected a few local cars, but was disappointed with what I found. I was determined not to pay too much and found as usual sellers expectations exceeded my willingness to pay. My search for a Mark 2 was not proving very successful when my brother-in-law in Sydney sent me a photo of a 1966 ‘S’-type up for auction. I was well aware of this model but had initially decided against it, probably based on nothing more than the popularity of the Mark 2. However with a little more research, I decided it really did suit my style, age, and considerable physical size. I was impressed by the

write-ups and testimonials from those who owned ‘S’-types and information sourced from the forum at “Jag Lovers” (what a great web site) and found other owners of ‘S’-types urging me to “just do it!” The sophistication of the car with the IRS, luxurious internal finish (The Businessman’s Express indeed) finally won me over and I decided this was the Jaguar model for me. Nothing has changed that opinion. I have now owned the car for just a little over 3yrs. and just love getting behind the wheel for a drive. The rest of this story can be found in “Member’s Pride” page 17. So by now you realise you will need to forgive me for my indulgence in this edition of CM as we take the opportunity to celebrate 50 Years, since the production of the original ‘S’-type. (1963—2013). I thank Doug Tilley, another very discerning and proud ‘S’ Type owner, who has assisted in putting together material for this celebratory edition and also thank the editors of the International ‘S’-type Register, David and Patricia Reilly for permission to use material from their regular newsletters. Philip Prior Editor

An Apology . . . .

To all members of the Compact Register. In the March CM. I was so eager to draw attention to the plight of our Register Secretary, Geoff Thomas, who apparently, “….needs to be relieved…” I managed to leave out some important details relevant to the next Compact Register Meeting to be held at the home of Bill and Heather Jones, If you plan to attend this meeting ….. You are requested to bring along your own chair.

Cover Story The main graphic on the cover is airbrush art of the 1960s 'S'-type from the official 1990 Jaguar Calendar. The insert is from an official ‘S’-type brochure from 1967 In this edition of Classic Marque we celebrate 50yrs (1963-1968) of this iconic (and under appreciated) Jaguar saloon...

V.I.P. Home Services

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Club Torque PRESIDENT’S REPORT First I must thank all the members that have supported the Volvo Vikings who are doing a wonderful job raising funds for the Cancer Council. I think this is a cause which is near and dear to many in the Club, as the number of members who have been directly affected by cancer or who know of relatives and friends in this unfortunate position, is really quite large. The best hope for a cure lies with those who dedicate themselves to medical research in this and many other fields of medicine. We hear of breakthroughs and new treatments all the time, and it is your support to these causes and the enthusiastic people who seek out donations that make it all possible. You will hear more of the Volvo Vikings in the next few weeks as we plan to ask Dane to give a talk on his adventures in the “Shitbox Rally” with the mighty Volvo. While on the subject of guest speakers or other items of interest at General Meetings, your suggestions would be gratefully received by the Committee. We do have some interesting speakers arranged for the next few meetings, but we all know there are many more ideas that you the members will have. The Christmas break-up is not really all that far away and any suggestions for ideas or even an organiser for that night would be appreciated.

and help has always been willingly provided. This was again demonstrated only this week, when the new Daimler decided to show an unwillingness to start when hot and I needed some help. The workshop was full and very busy, I suspect with some of the cars being serviced to go to Wollongong. My questions were answered and hands-on help provided and the car now appears to be happy once again. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those in the Jaguar repair trade for the help they have given to me personally over the years, including this last episode. I will not mention names, but you all know who you are------“thanks fellas”. The point of this little story is quite simple. Not only are the Jaguar repair people there to run a business, they are also genuine enthusiasts and love these cars as much as we do and deserve our support. So, when your car next needs a service, a major repair or a spare part, please support your preferred Jaguar repairer, I know they will appreciate it. I will next see you at the May General Meeting and leave you in the very capable hands of Di who will look after the April meeting and any matters arising during my absence. Ros and I are going to tour around NSW and Victoria following the Rally. Thank you Di and may you all continue enjoying your Jaguars, Club events and most important of all one another’s friendship. Peter

A number of our members are busily preparing for the trip across to Wollongong for the National Rally, which has been organised by the Jaguar Drivers Club of Australia. The programme is varied and there will be something of interest for everyone to see and do. It sounds like it is going to one of the best attended for quite some time as I believe there have been around 300 registrants, which must be close to a record. A number of Presidents will be attending and I am looking forward to meeting them and putting a face to the name. It may provide the opportunity to share thoughts on how clubs can grow and maintain the interest in our favourite motor car. Over the years I have enjoyed a very good relationship with the well-known Jaguar repair people in Adelaide, both as a customer, usually very intermittent because I am one of those DIYers, and as friends. As they will tell you I will at times pick their brains (although it has worked the other way as well) 4

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Club Torque Letters to the Editor Just Great Service I wanted to make some very positive comments about recent experiences with a service provider and although it may seem strange to be writing a letter to myself as the editor of Classic Marque it did seem the best way to communicate the details. Hopefully I not only pass on a very positive message but also encourage others to use this section of the magazine. Over the last three years I have had reason to transport a classic car interstate. Firstly the ‘S’ Type from Sydney, then the XJ Series 1 from Newcastle and recently a BMW 735il from the Gold Coast. On each occasion I have engaged the services of CEVA Logistics, a national carrier well known in the industry. On the first two occasions the vehicles arrived unscathed and on time as promised. However with the transport of the BMW it was a little more complicated. I had a call from the Adelaide depot to say the car had arrived but that in transport the ‘shark fin aerial’ had been broken. They admitted liability and suggested I get quotes for repairs and they would refund the costs. So despite the annoyance at the damage, I was impressed with the service. I then noticed that the glove box handle / latch was also broken. After checking my extensive portfolio of photos taken prior to departure from Queensland I was able to send photos of before and after and request that this be included in the repair bill. The service by CEVA Logistics has been faultless. Without hesitation they agreed to meet the cost of repair, which was a significant amount, and at all times have been most helpful. Philip Prior PS. In hindsight taking extensive photos of a vehicle prior to transportation is a very good idea.

A Thank You Letter . . . I would like to thank the club for accepting me into your membership and now enjoying the benefits of the club. I note that you didn’t receive any letters to the editor last month so thought I would send this in. I attended the January rally to Currency Creek which was very relaxed and a chance to meet other members Evan Spartalis has been trying to get me to join for many years until I eventually succumbed. My current cars are a Jaguar XJ6 series 1 which is in original condition and was Bryson delivered hence the RRR333 numberplate Evan has maintained it for the last 10 years and its now turned over 300,000 Klms and runs like a clock, and is a really good car to drive, and very reliable. It is my 10th Jaguar which ranged from a pair of S types with 4 figure number plates which I had for 8 years, then two series 2 and a 1979 series 3 which was best forgotten. It was sold when it reached 80,000 klms and was a lesson on how things deteriorated after Leyland got involved. Then recently a 3 litre AWD X type. There were others. My other cars are a 1973 Rolls Royce which provides an interesting comparison with the 1973 Series 1 especially on the handling front, and a 1955 Morris Minor with 65,000 original miles Over the years I have had over 100 cars but the Series 1 is by far my favourite and still can be competitive with modern cars, as long as Evan keeps servicing it. Thank you again for accepting me in the club, Roger Frinsdorf Editor’s Note: Thank you Roger, it is great to know how members feel about our club and even better to see it in writing this way. Hopefully others will follow your example and send in a letter.

General Meeting Minutes Minutes of the General Meeting of JDCSA—March 2013 Meeting opened by Peter Holland at 7.45pm Present: Please refer to signing-in sheets Apologies: Bill Jones, Evan Spartalis, Roger and Scott Adamson, Pete and Kathy Taylor, Barbara Offie, Marg Piper, Claire Evans, Noel and Carmel Trew, Ian and Wendy Pringle, Sue Prior. New Members/Visitors : Nil Minutes Previous Meeting: Accepted Business Arising from Previous Minutes: Dane Wilden presented his current position with his fundraising and proposed Movie Nights. All info is on their Facebook site. Second movie night 24th March at Regal Theatre, Kensington Road. President’s Report: New Meeting format seems to be working for members. This will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. The members were asked if they thought it a good idea to do a meeting at the Sporting Car Club with its stage for vehicles to be on display. General opinion seemed to be yes, worth looking into. Best wishes were passed on to Carmel Trew following knee surgery, Rosie Bailey following knee surgery and a broken bone in her foot, Geoff Mockford following a shoulder injury and congratulations to Ozzie and Rayeena Petrucco on their 50th Wedding Anniversary. The McLaren Vale Classic & Vintage - Our Club will be having their display/lunch at Penny’s Hill Winery. Lunch can either be in their restaurant or a $20 per head 2 course BBQ lunch will also be available. Both options need to be booked through your Register Secretary. Penny’s Hill are also offering 20% discount on their wines. Ray Offie was presented with his trophy for People’s Choice Award from SA Jag Day 2012. Congratula-

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tions to a beautiful car to Ray. Vice President’s Report: Di is looking for a person/group of people to take on SA Jag Day 2013. 40th Anniversary format will be Gala Dinner on Saturday 27th July at Sferas Function Centre, Modbury and a Spit Roast/Carvery lunch on Sunday 28th in the park by Sferas. We will have a large marquee with the Jaguars to be parked on the lawns. Di is still looking for a Rep from each Register on the Committee. Accommodation is also available at Sferas for the Saturday night. Always looking for calendar shots Secretary’s Report: Correspondence received: Castlemaine Open Day (Vic) 7th April and Dept Transport, Certificates for our Vehicle Inspectors. Don Evans was present and awarded his certificate and all Inspectors were thanked for their contribution to the club. Treasurer’s Report: Nothing to report Library: No library next month Tom will be away. MSCA: Barry Kitts.Next event March 24th at Mallalla. Regalia: Dave Bicknell advised he was conducting a competition to create a logo for the 40th Anniversary regalia. Please send to Dave or Phil Prior. Historic Federation: Neil advised the Bay to Birdwood were looking for representatives for their committee. Volunteers would require police clearance if they were working with public. The Bay to Birdwood this year would be going up the Freeway. General Business: Neil Murrie advised he bought a 3.2 Auto Mk2 and found the ID Plate did not match. He is now looking for a full synchro gearbox, overdrive and tailshaft. President Peter thanked the E Type Register for providing supper and Di Adamson for taking the minutes. Meeting closed at 8.55pm.

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Register Meeting Minutes SS and Pushrod Engine Register Minutes of Meeting held at the home of Bob & Margaret Kretschmer Wednesday 27th February 2013. The Minutes of 28th November 2012 were accepted as being a true record of the meeting. Present Bruce Fletcher, Des Brown, Bob Kretschmer, John Lewis, Malcolm Adamson, Brenton Hobbs, Bob HillLing, Jack Richardson. Apologies Ross Gogler, David Adamson, Don Evans, Bob Lynch, Ross Rasmus. 1. SA and Victoria Border Run November 2012 Run No. 38: President Bruce Fletcher will prepare a Summary Report now that his computer is fixed. A Thankyou letter was sent to Comfort Inn Silver Birch Motel at Mount Gambier with acknowledgement. 2. Tri-state Run to Dubbo NSW 12-14 Sept 2013 Run No.39: Fred Richardson has sent an email attaching a ‘preliminary précis of activities….’ asking State representatives to distribute the attachment & advise the new Run Convener direct. Bob Kretschmer had already relayed the message to Register members seeking full Run Registration details by return to him. One reply to date, REMINDER TO BE SENT! It was noted that the programme does not include a Static Display & has bus trips for local travel on both Saturday & Sunday. (No mention of transport to Friday & Saturday night dinner venues.) President Bruce to telephone Fred Richardson. Those members intending to participateBruce Fletcher, Jack Richardson, Adamson, Ross Gogler, Bob Kretschmer

Malcolm

Possible- Bob Hill-Ling, Don Evans Not going- John Lewis, Ross Rasmus, Brenton Hobbs, Des Brown, Bob Lynch

JCCC members to now be contacted 3. General Business: 1. Malcolm Adamson welcomed Register members to his Summer Seaside Retreat on January 13. Apologies from President & V/Pres Di. 2. All British Day; There was general agreement that the Event was successful although vehicle arrival & entry was disrupted by pedestrian traffic. New JDCSA member Bill Everett displayed a 1948 Mk1V dhc ex-Victoria. 3. Des Brown mentioned that Register members should be more diligent about apologising for nonattendance at Register meetings. 4. Des Brown offered videos of High Performance cars & ‘Top Gear’ 5. Des mentioned that the current issue of Australian ‘Jaguar’ magazine included the following features Qld member visit to the Swallow 90 years anni-

versary at Norfolk sponsored by Jaguar Heritage.  SS100 immaculate restoration (not conception)  The Jaguar Club of Victoria 50 year anniversary.

The movement was initiated in 1962 by a South Australian, followed by a Victorian later that year. There is a rare 1940 designated 2 ½ L sedan in Qld. 4. JDCSA: 1.General Meetings are to adopt a new format to reduce Register reports & include guest speakers. 2. The Annual Dinner is to be on Saturday 27 July celebrating 40 yrs followed by a Sunday picnic in Civic Park. 3. 3-year vehicle inspections for Conditional Registration is to commence next financial year. See also Classic Marque. 4. Many members would like to see a Club List of Historic vehicles. 5.The Club 2013 Calendar has some mistakes with vehicle & ownership details. 6.Malcolm asked for a show of hands from members who use the Club Web site – not many 7. Special Celebrations; 

The SA contingent proposes to stay o/night at Balranald 549 km, second day 698 km. alternatively First night at Hay +141 km.

National Jaguar Rally at Woolongong 29 March 2013

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40 years of JDCSA 25 July 2013

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40 years of SS 1 Model April 2014

Malcolm Adamson will arrange window stickers for Port Fairy & Dubbo.

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90 years of Swallow, see Cls 3.5 above 7

8. 2013 Jaguar Day. Refer to CM 5. Technical: 1. Bob Kretschmer reported that the Luvax-Girling shock absorbers have different resistance ratings between front & rear units (p65 of the Service Manual), a feature not appreciated during restoration rebuild as the different link arms were already fitted. He is to ‘swap’ them over to improve ride characteristics. Members checked Bob’s shed to see the 1 ½ L on the Bend-Pack hydraulic hoist which folds down to 5” flat & lives under the car when not in use. 6. Parts: 1. Bruce Fletcher advised the Ian Mullins (Vic) has screwed brake rod clevis pins for 1948 Mk1V models for sale, the earlier models had straight pins. 7. Reminders: General Meeting Roster for SS Register – 2nd April 2013 8. Register Meeting Dates: Last Wednesday of each month at 7.30pm March 27 Ross Rasmus April 24 Don Evans May 29 Bob Hill-Ling June 26 Bob Lynch July 31 TBA August 28 “ (AGM) Meeting closed at 9.15pm. Supper: Thankyou Margaret Minute Distribution: Email; Bruce Fletcher, Phil Prior, Ross Rasmus, John Lewis, Ross Gogler, Malcolm Adamson, Brenton Hobbs, Jack Richardson, Des Brown, Bob HillLing Bob Lynch, Bob Kretschmer, David Adamson, Digby Thomas. Post; Don Evans. R.J. Kretschmer (SS Register Secretary) PS: There is a new Wedding Car Hire business operating from Blair Athol called ‘Jaguars with Grace’ featuring four 1950 white Mk V models having air conditioning! & cream leather upholstery. ———————————————————————

Minutes of the XJ, Mk 10, & 420G Register Meeting held at Shannon’s, South Road, Clarence Gardens on Wed. 13th March Present Ben Adler, Steve Attard, David Bicknell, George Calvert, Bob & Daphne Charman, John & Claire Evans, George Hughes & Red Hancock, Fay Leyton, Graeme Moore, Martin O’Dea, Borys Potiuch, Phil

Prior, Ian Rowley, Evan Spartalis, Merv Tucker, Don Tyrrell Apologies Anne-Marie Pijanka, Andrea Spartalis, Steve Arthur & Frances Grilli, Sue Prior, Dennis Paech, Betty Moore, Ray & Barb Offe, Kathy Tyrrell, Darryl Leyton, Pete & Kath Taylor, John Best, Andrea Spartalis, Ron & Rosie Bailey. Special Mention Rosie Bailey, while recovering from a knee reconstruction was at the swimming pool for rehab, but as she went to get into the pool, she slipped and injured her good leg. ( Now is that bad luck or what) Get well soon Rosie. General Business Broken Hill Tour. May 24th to 26th. Numbers coming in slowly. Please put your name down A.S.A.P. if you intend coming. Jag Dinner on the 27th July discussed. Daphne will have tickets soon. Di Adamson needs photos for our yearly Calendar. Spoke of the requirements etc. The 3 Tenors floor show will be appearing again at the May General Meeting at the Police Club. Our Register’s Golf Day will be at the Glanville Par 3 on Sunday the 16th of June. Hit Off about 2pm. This is a FUN day. No golf experience required. (but it does help) Victor Harbour Classic on the 5th of May. Bob will email the details to our members on our register list. McLaren Vale Vintage and Classic. Numbers for B.B.Q. Lunch. Approx 20. Phil Prior gave details of run to Tanunda. 50 years of ‘S’ types. Old and new. Open to all members. To be held late October. Phil also reminded us of the Cat’s and Cans event – Mid September. Darryl Leyton rang from his train, somewhere way out on the tracks to be remembered to everyone. (Everyone asked, “Who is he? We can’t remember”) Car Talk Ben Adler N.T.R. Steve Attard—Trying to get some mags from the U.K. Veranda still ongoing. (Told to bring it up when we have House Talk) David Bicknell—Daimler has new brake callipers. George Calvert—420G has lots different. Found out the boot light has a mercury switch. (Everyone knew that) Got some touch up paint, about 12 gallons and is going to bog it up for a Calendar photo shoot. Bob & Daphne Charman—Still trying to get the clock 8

working properly. This is dragging on longer than Coronation Street.

Lyn Hughes, Russell Clarke and Jenny Hales, Rob Smith and Rob and Vicki Loffler.

John & Claire Evans—Not driven since last month. Hopes all is still OK.

Business:

Fay Leyton—N.T.R. Darryl missing. Graeme Moore—Took the Series 1 out for the first time since January. Martin O’Dea—Went to Snowtown to visit an old Lady Friend. She had quite a few old cars and tools to sell. She took him for a ride in a 1982 Mercedes Convertible. He said she was a real pig. (We think he was referring to the car.) He stayed for 8 days. He says N.T.R. on his Jag or the 8 nights. Borys Portiuch—Used twice since last meeting. Steering and distributor have been fixed. Phil Prior—‘S’ Type running beautifully. Coupe still for sale. He bought a portable carport on ebay for $150 and $40 postage. (Also told to bring it up in House Talk) Needs a spare alternator for Series 1 if anyone has one. Just purchased a 7 Series B.M.W. from Queensland. A lot of car for the money. Ian Rowley—Drove XJ to All British Day. Going well. Replaced L/H fuel sender. Replaced shockers. Evan Spartalis—Mercedes paintwork finished. Will put bumper back on this Saturday morning. (Told to bring it up at our Xmas dinner at the German Club) Merv Tucker—Car going well. Still has small starting problem but has learnt to live with it. Don Tyrrell—All going well. Meeting closed at 8.55pm. Next meeting: Wednesday 10th April, 2013, At Shannon’s, 863 South Road, Clarence Gardens at 7.30pm. ———————————————————————

Minutes of the XK 7,8,9 Register Meeting at the Schultz’s, Sunday 3 March 2013 The day got off to a good start with a demonstration of washing, sorting, packing and juicing and then sampling of most delicious apples and apple and pear juice. The Register meeting followed. Attendance: Present were: Peter and Judy Goodale, Peter and Ros Holland, Julian and Moira Lugg, Robin and Deidre Ide, Sue and Doug Harrison, Peg and Rod Davis, Ossie and Rayeena Petrucco, Roger and Di Adamson, Onslow and Wendy Billinghurst, Graeme and Fiona Schultz, John and Lindsey Williams, John Dunning and new member and XK120 owner, Trevor Bywater. Apologies were received from: Richard and Carla Smith, Jack and Sally Metzer,

Club Business. The attention of members was drawn to a number of matters: A comprehensive guide to the requirements for Historic Registration is in the March Classic Marque. We have been asked to provide current e-mail addresses to Membership Officer, Daphne Charman. Information was provided on movie nights for the Volvo Vikings on 6 March and 24 March. Members provided numbers to Peter Holland for the barbeque lunch and the restaurant at Penny’s Hill Winery which is the Club’s nominated site for the McLaren Vale Vintage and Classic on Sun. 28 April. Register Business: Register business focussed on firming up our programme of activities for the remainder of the year. After brief discussion on each of the following topics it was agreed that: Due to cost of accommodation we would not go to Bungaree but would seek to join in the JOCCERS trip to Spear Creek on the weekend of 4,5 May. Robin will provide more information by e-mail. Spirit of Coorong trip will be in August. Approximately 16 people expressed interest in a mid-week tour which will cost about $100 per person and include lunch and two walks. Final arrangements, which will be coordinated by Peg, will need to be settled at our May meeting. The 2013 Border Run will be hosted by Victoria on the weekend 25-27 October. In response to options suggested by Victoria our preference is for Bendigo to be the site. Robin to advise Gerry. It is planned to have a November half day run on either the 17th or the 24th. Details TBA The April register meeting will be at Peter and Judy Goodales’ on Sunday the 7th. The May meeting will be at Rod and Peg Davis’s on Wednesday 1 May. Robin closed the meeting with thanks to Graeme and Fiona for their hosting. Our picnic lunches soon followed and were topped off with Fiona’s apple pie and cream. We went for a short walk through the orchard to compensate. This took us to a honey processing facility installed in wonderful stone buildings. A good day was had by all. As some-one said, ‘it sure beats messing around underneath a Jaguar’.

Notices Club Torque

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MEMBERSHIP APPLICATIONS The following applications for membership have been lodged with the Membership Secretary and are listed in accordance with clause 6(b-c) of the Constitution. If there are no objections, membership will be ratified one month from this notice. Christopher Fox Raymond & Rosalie Greatorex

1965 Daimler V8 1995 Sovereign

Make Your Mark by Contributing to

Classic Marque There are many ways members can contribute to this magazine thus making it more interesting to the widest possible readership as well as making the editor’s job a whole lot easier. These include:

The following applications listed in the February Classic Marque magazine have been accepted

 Letters to the Editor.

Aileen & John Messent Julie & Grant Livesey Wendy & Tom Chapman Peter Thomas Robert & Helen Worland

 Funny or interesting stories about members

Roger & Christine White

1955 Mark Vll 1978 XJS V12 2008 XF 1971 E-Type S3 1984 XJS V12 & 1989 XJ40 3.6L 2006S-Type 3.0L

On behalf of the club I welcome these new members and hope you will take advantage of the benefits available, and that you will contribute in your own way to make this a better club for everyone. In particular I ask that Register Secretaries and current members make these new members welcome at meetings and functions.

 Reports and photos from register runs.

 Jaguar news and events.  Interviews with new members.  Tell us about your car MEMBER’S PRIDE.  Technical tips and ideas for the TECH FILE.  Information on up-coming register events.  A good joke for the Cat’s Giggle.  Stories & photos about “Sleeping Beauties”

members’ cars under restoration.  Recommend a good service or supplier.

Daphne Charman Membership Secretary

GENERAL MEETING ROSTER 2012 –2013 Nov Feb Mar Apr May Jun July Aug Sept Oct Nov

XK, MK 7, 8, 9 Register Multivalve Register E-Type Register SS & Daimler Register Mk1, 2, 420 & S Type (Compact) Register XJ, MK10 &420G / V12 Register XK, MK 7, 8, 9 Register Multivalve Register E-Type Register SS & Daimler Register Mk1, 2, 420 & S Type (Compact) Register

Duty Register is required to arrive at 7pm and ensure the room is ready for 7.30pm Register Secretaries please note: Each Register is responsible for the supply of milk and a light supper. If a register is unable to provide supper, please contact the President or Secretary so other arrangements can be made.

QUICK REFERENCE REGISTER MEETINGS The General Meeting of the JDCSA is held on the first Tuesday of each month.

Register Meetings are as follows: Mk 1,2 & 420 & S Type (Compact) - Second Tuesday of every even calendar month E-Type—Third Thursday of each month Multivalve— Fourth Tuesday of each odd calendar month. SS & Daimler— Last Wednesday of each month XJ, Mk 10 & 420G—Second Wednesday of each month XK, Mk 7, 8 & 9— First Wednesday of each month V12— Second Friday of each even month For specific information call Register Secretaries from the Club Directory (page 1) 10

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Club JaguarTorque Classifieds A Private Collection of Classic Jaguars For Sale

Long time club members, Ivan & Janine Cooke have decided to reduce their collection of cats and pursue other interests. Four cars for sale, Full details below.

CAR ONE - XJ12 Series 11 1977 As new red paint with black vinyl roof, Tan interior close to new condition. Body in excellent condition. New radiator, rebuilt rear end including brakes and discs, tail shaft and transmission mountings. All hoses, belts, transmission filter and fluid replaced, new battery. A very reliable All service books and records are included. Price $15,000

CAR TWO - 1971 XJ6 Series 1 Rare and genuine 4.2 litre Manual Overdrive 153,639 miles. For the first 61,000 miles it lived in the Bathurst area. Burgundy and tan. Interior needs restoring. Body in good condition. A very original vehicle with every thing in its correct place. Air conditioned with main air vents below instrument panel. Price $7,750

CAR THREE - 2001 X308 Sovereign, Platinum with Oatmeal Interior. 157,700klm. With log books, owners manuals, Engine oil & filter replaced at 5,000 klm to 7,000klm. intervals. Transmission serviced, Filter changed and fluid drained 4 times. Timing chain tensioners, thermostat and housing replaced. The body is unmarked and the interior is excellent. Price $24,900

CAR FOUR -1984 XJS Coupe Cobolt Blue, Doeskin leather interior. 167,300Klm, Paint and body in unmarked condition. Totally rust free. Absolutely no accidents or damage. Excellent interior. Very economical and extremely responsive. This XJS has been over serviced. I have owned this car for 10 years. All service books and records are included. Price $22,000

For more information phone Ivan Cooke direct on Ph 82809119 or Mob 0407719203 1988 XJS. 161,000 km. Bordeaux colour with Oatmeal leather Excellent condition throughout. New A/ C compressor, Electric Fans, Superlite GTR wheels plus lots more $21,000, less for members. Contact Rick Luff Ph: 0411 426 913 or 8358

STORAGE SPACE AVAILABLE Anita Whiting has lockable and secure storage space available (for small fee) for storing a car or motor bike. Interested call Anita—0414278112 All Classified ads in Classic Marque automatically expire after 3 Editions. To renew your ad for further editions please contact the editor by email. Philip Prior: philipprior@bigpond.com

Jaguar 1976 XJC 4.2ltr S2 Auto – An amazing and unique motor vehicle. Converted in the late nineties to a convertible and fully restored at that time. Full engineers certificates, currently on full SA rego. The car is absolutely rust free and has been dressed with Series 3, bumpers, grill, boot lid, tail lights, door handles, side lights and mirrors, giving it a very modern clean appearance. 15” XJS starfish wheels with near new white wall tyres. Old Stromberg carbies have been swapped out for twin HS8 2” SU’s, manual choke and K&N filters, dyno tuned to ensure maximum performance. There are only five of these cars in Australia and about 50 in the world. Club members get first opportunity to purchase this unique vehicle. $23,500 Contact Philip Prior 0402 670 654 or Email: philipprior@bigpond.com 11

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‘S’-type 1963—2013

1966 Jaguar MK 2, 3.4L Auto This car has been a chauffeured wedding vehicle for the last five years, hence the need to be in perfect condition. Always maintained by Jaguar specialists. Olde English White duco, red Connelly hide interior, integrated A/C front and rear. Upgraded front disc brakes with late model power booster, sports muffler and Borg Warner 66 automatic transmission. Motor was rebuilt approx 8 yrs ago. Thermo fan, after market CD player and power steering makes this affordable classic suitable for daily use. $29,950 Contact: Tony Siciliano—(08) 8336 2380 or 0419 812 267 Jaguar 2005 XJ8 4.2 V8 Jaguar Racing Green in colour, with beige upholstery and ONLY 34,000klms. A one owner vehicle from new, purchased in Oct 2005 and still under an EXTENDED WARANTY til Oct 2013. The vehicle comes with new tyres & brakes. Excellent condition throughout and full Jaguar service history. $57,000 ono Contact Ian 0418748862 Jaguar 1966 MK 2, 3.4 Auto Travelled 71,000 miles. Must be without doubt the most original car of its type offered for sale. Finished in old english white with blue leather upholstery. I have owned the car since 1984. $21,000 ono Brian Buscombe 0414 617 123

The XK Register takes a run to Forest Orchards where they learnt about the “Birds and the Bees” On Sunday the 3rd March the XK Register held a run to Forest Orchards. The orchard is operated by club members, Graeme and Fiona Schultz and their 2 sons. The orchards are located in Forest Range and cover 25 acres with another 35 acres of bushland. Graeme and Fiona , initially grew premium quality, pesticide free apples and decided around 18 years ago that they should convert to Organic, and today the farm is renowned for producing Australia’s Best Certified Organic Apples. They grow Royal Gala, Fuji’s, Pink Ladies, Jonathon’s, Granny Smith’s, Red Delicious and Golden Delicious Apples.

The weather was ideal and a few of us were able to take the roof off and wind through those tight bends and avoid the occasional cyclist. We arrived to a perfectly clean sorting and storage shed where Graeme and Fiona were setting up tables and chairs out the back, overlooking the orchards. After a quick look at Graeme’s two Ducati motor cycles we were given a lesson on organic apples. Graeme lowered a bin of Royal Gala apples into a large stainless steel trough of water where the apples floated onto a sorting platform to have any damaged apples removed. They then went through a water spray to remove dust ,sorted for size and then finally packed into recyclable packing crates for storage and subsequent distribution. On this occasion we were allowed to sample the apples and were each given a bag to pack our own. I have

never tasted an apple so sweet and crisp. Graeme explained some of the issues with organic growing and storage. Where most apples would normally to treated with chemicals and then stored in refrigeration for quite some time their apples are stored in cool rooms with extremely low oxygen and very high nitrogen levels to slow the breathing of the apple and hence keeping if fresh without chemicals.

We were then indulged with some fresh basket pressed pear and apple juice. The process was certainly labour intensive but a few helped out with the pressing. We enjoyed our juice while eating our picnic lunches. For desert Fiona had baked two beautiful apple pies which were served with whipped cream. After lunch we took a stroll through the orchards to a beautiful stone building on the hill. Their son Kym, who is also an apiarist when he is not in the orchard, explained and showed the equipment used to extract the honey from the hives and answered some questions from a few club members about the birds and the bees. (Maybe just the bees). I would like to extend a huge thankyou to Graeme, Fiona and Kym for their time and effort which ensured a thoroughly enjoyable and informative day for us all at Forest Range. Keep an eye out for Forest Orchards Organic Apples. You’ll taste the difference. Di Adamson

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horse hair filling and Bob Hansford of Livingstone Mufflers made the stainless steel exhaust system to Jaguar specifications. XJ 6 calipers pads and booster for the front and Koni shock absorbers took care of suspension and anchors. Sunshine Vitreous Enamel renewed the manifolds and Adelaide Wheel and Rim Works the wire wheels.

Classic Adelaide My car was delivered 23 December 1958 to Henlys, London and sold to Henley of Shelmonders in Goud Hurst Kent. There is no U.K history. It was imported to Tasmania in 1973 and owned initially by Dr. P F Paesich and then Rodney Bye of Launceston. It was finally found almost with “ Rigor Mortis “ under a tree in an open paddock by Bryan Wilson then of Piccadilly in 1981. I purchased the rusted out car in 1982. On the day I arranged to pick up the vehicle thankfully on wheels it was abandoned in the street ,the previous owner long gone from that address.

When completed I entered the car at the National Concourse the Club hosted in Adelaide in 1985. We came second in class to Noel Roscrow`s XK 150 fixed head coupe. Considering the size of Noel`s workshop and specialists he had working for him we were very happy with the result. Points were deducted for the modified brake system. The car was voted “MOST DESIRABLE CAR “ that year. I have enjoyed driving the car with second engine a 3.8 L triple carbie , straight port head and Celica gear box prepared by Brian Woodcock, ex Weapons Research engineer now living in Kapunda.

On seeing the “wreck“ on a trailer Rayeena looked at me with the look wives give husbands considered to be totally “bonkers“ and suggested I should take it to the nearest tip. The only part not rusted was the aluminium bonnet. Over the next 3 years John Pagnussat working in a shed behind his home at Glynde stripped the car to bare metal and repaired all surfaces before the rebuild. The rear end and rear mudguards were beyond help having been cut up and botched on a number of occasions. Terry McGrath in Perth had a spare car and I gratefully accepted replacement parts and a new wiring loom. Two rear wings were ordered from D.K.Engineering in Middlesex U.K. and fitted like a surgical glove. John had worked for Enzo Ferrari and was exported to Australia to work aluminium and other metals at the Commonwealth Aircraft Factory at Avalon before coming to freelance in Adelaide. He restored many fine motor cars including O`Neil's blower Bentley`s and a C Type Jaguar that subsequently went back to the U.K. He hand made parts including radiators for early M.G`s. The original 3.4 L motor was rebuilt and balanced by Chris Waldock who also rebuilt the limited slip diff. The Moss gearbox was rejuvenated by Brian Collins. Painting took place in Tony Cafasso`s studio and Alby Voyer upholstered the seats using two Connolly hides provided by my son in law Ben Connolly. Horry Collins tailored the soft top with original

Restoration Pictures 1982

Targa Adelaide 2012 With other club members I have been in four Classic Adelaide events and last year in the Targa Adelaide. In this event I entertained the crowd on the Wednesday night with a 360 degree manoeuvre 14

which amazed me as well as the spectators at the Adelaide Showgrounds. The car looked magnificent amongst the German ,Italian and other entries in last year`s “ Melbourne Mille “ . We toured the Victorian Alps encountering snow in Thredbo in October and admiring glances from onlookers at every stop. It`s second longest trip was by boat to Christchurch and the South Island with members of the XK register. Onslow Billinghurst and Richard Smith have given helpful advice and also much needed

and appreciated hands- on help over the years. I am considering taking XK 1958 back to her birthplace to do some touring in the U.K. and Europe. Retirement is wonderful particularly when you have all the time in the world to tinker on your Jaguar. No jokes about gynaecologists carrying out engine repairs via the exhaust system please ! A/Prof. Ossie Petrucco J.P. RFD.

‘S’-type Styling…Sir William Gets His Way! Following is a description of Sir William’s styling of the “S‟-type from “Cat Out of the Bag”, in which Peter Wilson describes the years 1961-66 in Jaguar’s Competition Department. The following text has been selected from an article in the Newsletter of the International ‘S”-type Register, the (Editor’s notes) are those of the editor of that newsletter. We thank the editors for their kind permission to use this material. Towards the end of August (Ed: 1962), we arrived at work one morning to find Sir William already in our shop, together with body designer, Bill Thornton. His presence certainly ensured a very brisk start to the day‘s activities! Almost immediately a knock on the Green door‘ (Ed: entrance to the Competition Department.) signalled the arrival of a fork lift truck carrying a Mk 2 front end wooden buck. This was brought in and lifted on to our large 8 feet x 8 feet surface table, whilst simultaneously a labourer arrived with a sack truck loaded with Plasticine. Following a bit of instruction from Sir William, accompanied by the usual arm and hand waving to indicate what he had in mind, he left. Bill Thornton took off his jacket, rolled up his sleeves, climbed up onto the surface table and, using nothing more elaborate than an ordinary table knife and spoon, he set to work. During the course of the following week and after many visits from Sir William, who on occasions would make a few changes to the Plasticine himself, the front end style of what was to become

the ‘S‘-type, emerged. When Sir William was satisfied, the buck was taken away and three or four months later the proto type ‘S‘-type body shell arrived next door in the Experimental Department. This was typical of the way in which styling was developed at Jaguar. Sir William was the chief stylist. He knew in his mind the shape he wanted and had various people in the Engineering Division create this in sheet metal, welding wire frame work, wood and so on, until he could see in front of him his vision. Not for Jaguar the huge sophisticated styling studios, the army of flash suited stylists, who today masquerade in public as the car designer even though they only create the out-side shape and interior style. The only stylist Jaguar had was Sir William Whilst the ‘S‘-type shape was taking place in our Shop, Bob Blake took a keen interest but did not attempt to interfere. He wasn‘t too impressed with the end result and thought he could do better. Now Bob had recently bought TVC 420, the ex-Bill Heynes Sherwood Green Mk 1 3.4 saloon which, following use as an Experimental Department fleet test car, had be-come surplus to requirements. We lost Bob for six weeks at the beginning of September due to back surgery. Whilst recuperating, he kept his hand in by modifying the front end of his Mk 1, to reflect how he felt the ‘S‘-type should have looked. (Story Continued on page 19) 15

Jaguar ‘S’-type Police Cars When the 3.8 litre ‘S’-type was introduced in October 1963, British police forces became very attracted to them. The car having a considerably larger boot and better range than the Mark II. ‘S’-type Police cars were fitted out very differently from your traditional ‘S’-type executive limousine. The Police S types often had the rear seat removed for even more space. The calibrated Speedo was located so that it was easily read by the observer. Vinyl was used for flooring and all of the walnut dash gave way to satin black paint, radios and switchgear to control sirens and hailers.

Low to be selected. There was also no Park or Low position on the gear indicator on the steering column. The transmission had those gears internally, but they were blocked off. Arriving at the scene of crime, the driver would sometimes throw the selector into Park before the car had stopped. Soon, The Met had a collection of blown transmissions. The right-hand fog light position was fitted with a fixing plate for the ‘gong’ behind the grill, which would have been supplied and fitted by the police force after delivery. Police ‘S’-types were not fitted with a ‘leaper’. It had a continuous strip of chrome running the length of the bonnet. This was done for two reasons: cost; and that by 1967, new safety regulations were coming into effect and the Police were taking the lead with the elimination of the ‘dangerous’ leaper.

All ‘S’-type traffic cars were painted white with the traditional blue light and searchlights mounted on the roof. Area cars were painted black.

Most Police cars did not have a heater box and the water lines were capped off. Authorities did not want their officers sitting around comfortably in their cars.

A number were fitted with 3.8 litre E Type engines and low ratio back axles to give brilliant performance. These cars could outpace most of the cars of the day. The UK Police Services were a huge corporate customer for Jaguar. Although some individual forces bought only a few cars, others bought a large number, the total number of ‘S’-type police cars built is unknown. Unusual features of Police ‘S’-types Black Area cars usually had a DG250 automatic gearbox and white Traffic cars had the manual transmission, without overdrive, to save money. When the DG automatic gearbox was fitted, a special pawl was designed that did not allow Park or

A modification that all ‘S’-types should have had, was the fitting of a ‘Jaguar Handbrake Release Button Guard’. Since The Met’s Police cars no longer had a Park function on the gearbox, the driver had to rely upon the parking brake. On occasions, the car would arrive at a crime scene, and as the driver exited, the button would accidentally get bumped, the officer catching his trouser leg on the handle button, releasing the brake. It is said that, in one case, the driver was severely injured when the car rolled downhill. The Met’s design of ‘handbrake hood’ alleviated the problem by preventing a quick-exiting ‘Bobby’ from accidentally releasing the handbrake. Sadly, only one ‘S’-type Police car survives today Doug Tilley 16

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The Story of “66 CAT” My 1966 ‘S’ type with Qld. registration 66-CAT, was being offered for Auction by Classic Throttle Shop, a well established classic car dealership in Sydney, that was conducting their inaugural classic car auction. After having my brother-in-law (who has owned numerous classic cars himself and needed little encouragement) inspect the car and report that it seemed to be everything the promotion and photos claimed, I decided a trip to Sydney was inevitable. Being the only bidder on the night I was successful in the purchase of the car (6th Dec 2009) I was of course like a kid with a new bike. The car came with a few nice extras such as power steering and heated rear window and with some historic records and a pile of receipts. I have no history of the car prior to 1993. Jim Leicht, of Toowoomba Qld. owned the car from at least 24th March 1993 to 12th May 2007. He sold the car to Sandy Brinkman of Noosa, Qld., who owned the car from 12th May 2007 to 6th Dec 2009. Sandy clearly did not use the car a great deal but was successful in gaining a prize with it at the Noosa Car Show. Jim Leicht, had in the mid nineties carried out an extensive restoration of the vehicle with approximately $60,000 worth of receipts being supplied with the purchase. (Don’t you just love that…. ) This restoration included a bare metal re-spray. The car I have been told by Jim was originally Golden Sand, it had been painted white before his purchase and he changed the colour to Light Oyster Gold (metallic). The restoration included a complete internal restoration with carpets, leather seats and all interior linings and trim replaced, new woodwork, new wiring harness, some new chrome, new wire wheels (5) with Pirelli tyres. There is also evidence in the re-

ceipts that the motor had an overhaul at the same time, however it is clear to me now that this overhaul was not as thorough as it could have been and I have since removed the motor and transmission for a complete rebuild to my satisfaction and for peace of mind.

But is it a 3.4 ltr. or a 3.8 ltr? At this point there is a little twist to the story that some in the club are well aware of. The car was sold to me as having left the factory as a 3.4ltr. (Confirmed by the Heritage Certificate) and had been converted to 3.8ltr. I didn’t think much more about it at the time, I was delighted to have successfully purchased the car and was happy to have a 3.8ltr. However curiosity got the better of me. The receipts from the partial rebuild in 1995 itemised amongst other things the fitting of 3.8 rings. Yet the block is clearly embossed 3 ½ Litre, and the engine numbers confirmed this. Could it be that the motor was bored to 3.8 ltr. specifications by a previous owner? You can imagine my curiosity that turned to confusion when my learned friends on the “Jag Lovers Forum” assured me “It just cannot be done!” Sometimes we can have just enough knowledge to be dangerous. So without ‘boring’ you too much, I discovered that it had been bored to 3.8ltr.specs., which was apparently a common practice for racing engines, but is well beyond the limits recommended by Jaguar for a 3.4l block. So a comprehensive rebuild of motor and transmission followed with a standard 3.4ltr. block. With the body and interior restoration of such a high quality the car has had only a few upgrades since, including electric cooling fan, rebuilt power steering, some exhaust modifications and the fitting of correct full size tyres. This car is truly my pride and joy and a delight to own and drive. Philip Prior 17

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Club Torque Calendar Notes APRIL

Tuesday May 7, 7.45pm.

Tuesday April 2, 7.45pm.

Monthly General Meeting JDCSA Police Association Building - 27 Carrington St Adelaide.

Tuesday April 9, 7.30 pm Compact Register Bi-Monthly Meeting To be held at the home of Bill & Heather Jones. Please bring a chair—Contact: Geoff Thomas 83743228

Wednesday April 10, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Monthly Meeting XJ Register at Shannons Rooms - 863-865 South Road, Clarence Gardens. Members meet at Villies Cafe South Road for a meal prior to the meeting. Contact Bob Charman Email: charman@bigpond.net.au Hm: 82484111 Mob: 0421482007

(Special Event—Entertainment by the Three (maybe four) Tenors) PLUS supporting acts.

Wednesday May 8, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Monthly Meeting XJ Register at Shannons Rooms - 863-865 South Road, Clarence Gardens. Members meet at Villies Cafe South Road for a meal prior to the meeting. Contact Bob Charman Email: charman@bigpond.net.au Hm: 82484111 Mob: 0421482007

Thursday May 16, 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm Monthly Meeting E Type Register Contact Alan Baker 0429 097 729

Friday April 12, 7:30 pm- 10:00 pm

Tuesday May 21, 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Monthly V12 Register Meeting , contact Roger Adamson on 0421 052 518

Executive Committee Meeting VIP Building Cnr. Marion Rd and Sir Donald Bradman Drive

Tuesday April 16, 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Friday May 24—Sunday May 26

Executive Committee Meeting VIP Building Cnr. Marion Rd and Sir Donald Bradman Drive

XJ Register Run to Broken Hill—More details opposite page. Contact Bob Charman 82484111

Thursday April 18, 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Tuesday May 28, 7.30 pm

Monthly Meeting E Type Register Contact Alan Baker 0429 097 729

Multi-valve Register Palmer 0418 855 597

Saturday April 20—Sunday 21,

Wednesday May29, 7.30 pm

E Type Run to Jamestown Contact Alan Baker 0429 097 729

SS and Pushrod Register Meeting

Wednesday April 24, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Monthly Meeting SS & Daimler Register , contact Malcolm Adamson on 82783002

Meeting—Contact

Ron

JUNE Tuesday June 4, 7.45pm. Monthly General Meeting JDCSA Police Association Building - 27 Carrington St Adelaide.

Tuesday June 11, 7.30 pm Saturday April 27—Sunday April 28,

Compact Register Bi-Monthly Meeting Contact: Geoff Thomas 83743228

McLaren Vale Vintage & Classic www.vintageandclassic.com.au

Wednesday June 12, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

NOTE: Please register your intention to attend this event with your register secretary

MAY Sunday May 5, British Classics Tour (Victor Harbor) Those attending this day need to register by 16th April 2013. The plan is to meet at the Victoria Hotel at 8.30am. For a departure for Victor Harbor by 9.00am.

Monthly Meeting XJ Register at Shannons Rooms - 863-865 South Road, Clarence Gardens. Members meet at Villies Cafe South Road for a meal prior to the meeting. Contact Bob Charman Email: charman@bigpond.net.au 82484111 Mob: 0421482007

Friday June 14, 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm Monthly V12 Register Meeting , contact Roger Adamson on 0421 052 518

Sunday June 16 MSCA Super Sprints Round 2 Mallala 18

‘S’-type — ”Then and Now” — S-TYPE LEFT: The classic 60s ‘S’-type is still quite active in historic saloon racing in the United Kingdom. The races are reported regularly in Jaguar Enthusiast magazine and their competiveness against other saloons continues. As seen in the photo below of an ‟S‟type leading an S-TYPE at Silverstone. RIGHT: Press Photo No. 1, from Jaguar Cars Ltd. ‘S’-type Announcement September 30, 1963 BELOW: Images from the Original Press Pack release in 1998 showing comparisons with the original ‘S’-type and Mark 2. BOTTOM RIGHT: Another interesting comparison

‘S’-type Styling . . . (Story Continued from page 15) When he returned to work, his car reappeared in the car park complete with his restyled front. He had made his customary superb job and quite frankly, the style he created was far superior to Sir William‘s ‘S‘-type front end (Ed: wouldn’t it be interesting to find a photo of Bob Blake’s version!). A few days later a furious Sir William saw the car in the car park and demanded to know whose it was. Bob was duly called to his office and received an almighty bollocking. He was told to change it back to standard. Bob stuck to his guns and said he couldn‘t and anyway the car was his personal property and nothing to do with Jaguar. Sir William finally relented, but insisted that it always be parked nose in to the wall, so that it couldn‘t be seen! The incident was soon to be forgotten, but it was obvious that the old man was not happy, as having looked at Sir William‘s best efforts, Bob had gone off on his own and upstaged him!

Geoff Mockford—JDCSA Technical Officer

80 King William St Kent Town SA 5067

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Club JaguarTorque News New Jaguar F-TYPE V8 S sports car recreates historic sprint test in Jabbeke, Belgium Sixty years after Jaguar’s legendary test driver Norman Dewis achieved a world record average flying mile speed of 172.4mph in a modified XK 120*. Jaguar returned to Jabbeke, Belgium**, on Saturday 2 March for another sprint test, this time with a new Jaguar F-TYPE V8S and 1988 Le Mans 24 hour race-winning driver Andy Wallace. With just two miles available to Wallace to explore the F-TYPE’s straight-line speed from a standing start, and bring it to a stop again, the car hit almost 180mph*** and achieved 0-62mph in an impressive 4.2 seconds. The celebratory event marked the beginning of an epic drive event in which classic Jaguar XK 120, Ctype, D-type and E-type sports cars joined the new 495 PS F-TYPE in a ‘Jaguar Bloodline’ sports car

convoy en route to Geneva, Switzerland, prior to this year’s 2013 Salon d’Auto, where the new F-TYPE takes pride of place on the Jaguar stand. Speaking after the sprint test, Wallace said: “I was delighted to be invited by Jaguar to be the first to undertake a public sprint test in the new F-TYPE. Our result today is amazing considering the original sprint test road was five miles in length and today we had less than half that to achieve 179mph. The car was still accelerating toward its top speed when I had to brake. March 5, 2013 Today, Jaguar and Ridley Scott Associates released the trailer to their short feature film named 'Desire.' The film stars Golden Globe® winner Damian Lewis, Jordi Molla and Shannyn Sossamon alongside the all-new Jaguar F-TYPE. Lana Del Rey, who recently won a BRIT for Best International Female, has written the title song 'Burning Desire' - http:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=BGhIEkfby1M. The breathtaking trailer gives a tantalizing glimpse of what's in store for viewers when the film is released later this spring and paints a picture of the dramatic storyline without giving too much away. It's also a chance to see the award winning line-up of cast members in action, as well as the brand new F-TYPE that will take centre-stage in the film.

The Cat’s Giggle Cricket Explained In order to assist people who are not familiar with the game of cricket, we offer this explanation. Cricket is a game in which there are two sides—one ‘out’ and the other ‘in’. Each player in the side that is ‘in’ goes out, and when he is out, and when he is out, comes in, then the next player goes out, until they are out, and then comes in. When the side that is ‘in’ is all out, the side that has been ‘out’ goes ‘in’ and the side that was ‘in’ goes ‘out’ and tries to get out the side that was ‘in’. Sometimes there are players still ‘in’ and not out when the side that is ‘in’ is finally out. When both sides have been ‘in’ and ‘out’, including those not out and no longer ‘in’ that is the end of the game. I do hope this has cleared up any confusion about the game.

Only 50.000 miles . . . A blonde was trying to sell her old car but was having a lot of problems because the car had 250,000 miles on it. One day she told her problem to a brunette that she worked with. The brunette told her: "There is a possibility to make the car easier to sell, but it's not legal." "That doesn't matter," replied the blonde, "if I only can sell the car." "Okay," said the brunette. "Here is the address of a

friend of mine. He owns a car repair shop. Tell him I sent you and he will turn the counter in your car back to 50,000 miles. Then it should not be a problem to sell your car anymore." The following weekend, the blonde made the trip to the mechanic. About one month after that, the brunette asked the blonde: "Did you sell your car?" "No," replied the blonde, "why should I? It only has 50,000 miles on it."

Hey Doc . . . . A mechanic was removing a cylinder head from the motor of an XJ Jaguar when he spotted a wellknown heart surgeon in his shop. The surgeon was there waiting for the service manager to come take a look at his car when the mechanic shouted across the garage, "Hey, Doc, can I ask you a question?" The surgeon, a bit surprised, walked over to where the mechanic was working on the Jaguar. The mechanic straightened up, wiped his hands on a rag. "So Doc, look at this engine. I open its heart, take the valves out, repair any damage, and then put them back in, and when I finish, it works just like new. So how come I get such a small salary and you get the really big bucks, when you and I are doing basically the same work?" The surgeon paused, smiled, leaned over, and whispered to the mechanic... "Try doing it with the engine running"

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- T ETorque CH FILESClub ‘S’-type Brake Lights - Aaaagh! I am not sure that I personally qualify to be writing this months TECH FILE. But in the absence of any submission by others far more qualified I have written this article that should be regarded more as a DIY Jaguar enthusiasts solution to a common problem in the hope that it may be of help to someone. From the day I purchased my ’S’ type in 2009 I had the ongoing issue of failing brake lights. The lights are of course operated by the in-line pressure switch on the side of the engine block. This arrangement in itself, even when the switch does work is somewhat inefficient in that the lights are rather slow in coming on given that they rely on brake pedal pressure. To make things worse if the pressure switch fails as I found they continually did despite constant replacement, there is no way of knowing one is driving without brake lights. For me the solution was cheap, efficient and a DIY job, resulting in a reliable trouble free and safe brake light system. I determined that by fitting an electric switch on the pedal, wired into the existing pressure switch loom which is left in place, so it is easily reversed, and installing a high LED brake light in the rear window with an indicator that can be seen in the rear view mirror I would resolve all issues. So it was off to Repco where I purchased a generic brake pedal switch, in this case it was a Nissan switch. The switch has to be what is called a “normally closed” switch. Meaning that as the switch

sits in your hand the points are closed or the circuit is closed permitting electric current. Why is this important? Because. the switch has to be mounted on the drivers side, not the firewall side of the pedal. I found this very simple by manufacturing a metal bracket and fixing it in position under the dash so that when the pedal is in its normal rest position, pressure is exerted on the switch holding the switch points open (breaking the circuit) preventing any current and therefore not lighting the brake light. Properly adjusted, the slightest pressure on the pedal, allows the switch to close immediately lighting up the brake lights. Now one important point here is that it is necessary to provide a flat spot on the brake pedal at the point it makes contact with the switch plunger. I was able to grind a small flat spot first but then fashioned a metal bracket with a broader flat surface to fit over the pedal and fixed it in place with some Selleys ‘Need-it’ ( a wonderful product) While at Repco I picked up a very neat LED brake light strip for the rear window and wired it into the standard loom behind the tail lights. The indicator light can be seen in the rear view mirror, so no more wondering, do I or don’t I have brake lights. This system has been in place faultlessly now for over twelve months. I suspect that the same simple modification could be made to most early models that rely on these rather untrustworthy pressure switches. Philip Prior (If you have a simple tip or solution to a common problem, please send it in for publication)