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Club DirectoryManagement Committee:President Peter HollandPhone: (08) 8271 0048Email: president@jdcsa.com.auVice President Di AdamsonMobile: 0407 862 758Email: vicepresident@jdcsa.com.auTreasurer Tim WhiteMobile: 0419 809 021Email: treasurer@jdcsa.com.auSecretary Julian LuggMobile: 0417 882 930Email: secretary@jdcsa.com.auEditor Classic MarquePhilip PriorPhone: (08) 8276 6136Mobile: 0402 670 654Email: philipprior@bigpond.comMembership SecretaryDaphne CharmanPhone: (08) 8248 4111Mobile: 0404 999 200Email: membership@jdcsa.com.auEvents CoordinatorBill BrownePhone: (08) 8355-1214Mobile: 0429 169 798Email: wbrowne5@bigpond.comWeb Editor Tom HerramanMobile: 0423 214 644Email: info@jdcsa.com.auJDCSA Committee MembersEmail: committee@jdcsa.com.auClub Web Site www.jdcsa.com.auClub Postal AddressPO Box 30, Rundle Mall SA 5000Register SecretariesXK, MK 7,8,9 Robin Ide 0428 816 678Email: rdide@tpg.com.auSS & Daimler Malcolm Adamson (08)82783002Email:daimlerss@jdcsa.com.auMK 1, 2, S, 420 Geoff Thomas (08) 8374 3228Email: gemathom@adam.com.auV12 Roger Adamson 0421 052 518Email: v12@jdcsa.com.auXJ, 420G, MKX Bob Charman (08) 8248 4111Email: xj420g@jdcsa.com.auE-Type Alan Baker 0429 097 729Email: etype@jdcsa.com.auMulti-Valve Ron Palmer 0418 855 597Email: multivalve@jdcsa.com.auClub ServicesTechnical OfficerGeoff MockfordPh. (08) 8362 5997 / 0438 768 770Regalia David Bicknall 0411 066 225Librarian Tom & Marj Brindle (08)8387 0051Log Books Julian Lugg: 0417 882 930Inspectors—Historic VehiclesNorth Don Evans (08) 8251 1575Central Evan Spartalis (08) 8362 8116and Geoff Mockford (08) 8223 1997South Onslow Billinghurst (08)8325 1971Club RepresentativesAustralian Council of Jaguar Clubs (ACJC)Rick Luff 0411 426 913Federation of Historic Motoring Clubs (FHMC)Neil Murrie (08) 8431 4497 / 0412 735 548Marque Sports Car Association (MSCA)Barry Kitts (08) 8391 1759All British DayBob Charman (08) 8248 4111‘S’-type1963—2013Classic Marque is the official magazine of the Jaguar Drivers Club of SouthAustralia produced calendar monthly with the exception of January. The Deadline for allcopy is the last Tuesday of each month. The Editor reserves the right to accept, reject ormodify content submitted for publication. The opinions/views expressed in published articlesare wholly those of the respective authors, and are not necessarily those of Jaguar, theEditor, the Club, or the Members. Advertisers and sponsors who place advertisements do sobecause they value their association with the JDCSA. Placement of these advertisementsshould not necessarily be taken to mean the club endorses the services offered.2

Club TorqueI Just Wanted One!I grew up in Griffith NSW. My uncle Ben, now deceasedpurchased a brand new Jaguar Mk 2 2.4ltr(if my memory serves me right) in the late 50s. Itwas a lovely black car with red leather interior, andall that lovely woodwork. I was just a teenager at thetime but remember the car well. It was the envy ofmy father who owned the current model Ford (StarModel) V8 by contrast with plastic covered vinylseats. I guess my first desire, to own one of theseJaguars had its beginnings back then and I neverquite got over it. I recall that this car was regardedas a very prestigious car to own in those days with areputation for being very fast.The car stayed in the family for many years and inlatter years I often enquired after it with the thoughtthat maybe one day I might own it or one just like it.My last enquiry in 2009 revealed that the car hadrecently been sold and was to be parted out.I had to wait another 45 years or so before mydream would be realized.I wonder how many ‘baby boomers’ finallydecide (or can finally afford) in their retirementyears to buy the car they always wanted?I originally had my heart set on purchasing a Mark 2,and scanned the internet for approximately sixmonths trying to hide my determination rather unsuccessfullyfrom my wife. During this period I educatedmyself on many of the finer details of thesecars and their values. I talked to a lot of sellers andpersonally inspected a few local cars, but was disappointedwith what I found. I was determined not topay too much and found as usual sellers expectationsexceeded my willingness to pay.My search for a Mark 2 was not proving very successfulwhen my brother-in-law in Sydney sent me aphoto of a 1966 ‘S’-type up for auction. I was wellaware of this model but had initially decided againstit, probably based on nothing more than the popularityof the Mark 2. However with a little more research,I decided it really did suit my style, age, andconsiderable physical size. I was impressed by theCover StoryThe main graphic on the cover is airbrushart of the 1960s 'S'-type from the official1990 Jaguar Calendar. The insert is from anofficial ‘S’-type brochure from 1967In this edition of Classic Marque we celebrate50yrs (1963-1968) of this iconic (andunder appreciated) Jaguar saloon...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 foundother owners of ‘S’-types urging me to “just do it!”The sophistication of the car with the IRS, luxuriousinternal finish (The Businessman’s Express indeed)finally won me over and I decided this was the Jaguarmodel for me.Nothing has changed that opinion. I have nowowned the car for just a little over 3yrs. and just lovegetting behind the wheel for a drive.The rest of this story can be found in “Member’sPride” page 17.So by now you realise you will need to forgive mefor my indulgence in this edition of CM as we takethe opportunity to celebrate 50 Years, since the productionof the original ‘S’-type. (1963—2013). Ithank Doug Tilley, another very discerning andproud ‘S’ Type owner, who has assisted in puttingtogether material for this celebratory edition and alsothank the editors of the International ‘S’-type Register,David and Patricia Reilly for permission touse material from their regular newsletters.Philip Prior Editor‘S’-type1963—2013An Apology . . . . To all membersof the Compact Register.In the March CM. I was so eager to draw attentionto the plight of our Register Secretary, Geoff Thomas,who apparently, “….needs to be relieved…”I managed to leave out some important details relevantto the next Compact Register Meeting to beheld at the home of Bill and Heather Jones,If you plan to attend this meeting ….. You arerequested to bring along your own chair.V.I.P. Home ServicesPhone 13 26 133

Club TorquePRESIDENT’SREPORTFirst I must thank all themembers that have supportedthe Volvo Vikings whoare doing a wonderful jobraising funds for the CancerCouncil. I think this is acause which is near and dearto many in the Club, as the number of members whohave been directly affected by cancer or who knowof relatives and friends in this unfortunate position, isreally quite large.The best hope for a cure lies with those who dedicatethemselves to medical research in this andmany other fields of medicine. We hear of breakthroughsand new treatments all the time, and it isyour support to these causes and the enthusiasticpeople who seek out donations that make it all possible.You will hear more of the Volvo Vikings in thenext few weeks as we plan to ask Dane to give atalk on his adventures in the “Shitbox Rally” with themighty Volvo.While on the subject of guest speakers or otheritems of interest at General Meetings, your suggestionswould be gratefully received by the Committee.We do have some interesting speakers arranged forthe next few meetings, but we all know there aremany more ideas that you the members will have.The Christmas break-up is not really all that faraway and any suggestions for ideas or even an organiserfor that night would be appreciated.A number of our members are busily preparing forthe trip across to Wollongong for the National Rally,which has been organised by the Jaguar DriversClub of Australia. The programme is varied andthere will be something of interest for everyone tosee and do. It sounds like it is going to one of thebest attended for quite some time as I believe therehave been around 300 registrants, which must beclose to a record. A number of Presidents will beattending and I am looking forward to meeting themand putting a face to the name. It may provide theopportunity to share thoughts on how clubs cangrow and maintain the interest in our favourite motorcar.Over the years I have enjoyed a very good relationshipwith the well-known Jaguar repair people inAdelaide, both as a customer, usually very intermittentbecause I am one of those DIYers, and asfriends. As they will tell you I will at times pick theirbrains (although it has worked the other way as well)‘S’-type1963—2013and help has always been willingly provided. Thiswas again demonstrated only this week, when thenew Daimler decided to show an unwillingness tostart when hot and I needed some help. The workshopwas full and very busy, I suspect with some ofthe cars being serviced to go to Wollongong. Myquestions were answered and hands-on help providedand the car now appears to be happy onceagain.I would like to take this opportunity to thank all thosein the Jaguar repair trade for the help they havegiven to me personally over the years, including thislast episode. I will not mention names, but you allknow who you are------“thanks fellas”.The point of this little story is quite simple. Not onlyare the Jaguar repair people there to run a business,they are also genuine enthusiasts and love thesecars as much as we do and deserve our support.So, when your car next needs a service, a majorrepair or a spare part, please support your preferredJaguar repairer, I know they will appreciate it.I will next see you at the May General Meeting andleave you in the very capable hands of Di who willlook after the April meeting and any matters arisingduring my absence. Ros and I are going to touraround NSW and Victoria following the Rally.Thank you Di and may you all continue enjoyingyour Jaguars, Club events and most important of allone another’s friendship.Peter4

Club TorqueLetters to the EditorJust Great ServiceI wanted to make some very positivecomments about recent experiences with a serviceprovider and although it may seem strange to bewriting a letter to myself as the editor of Classic Marqueit did seem the best way to communicate thedetails. Hopefully I not only pass on a very positivemessage but also encourage others to use this sectionof the magazine.Over the last three years I have had reason to transporta classic car interstate. Firstly the ‘S’ Type fromSydney, then the XJ Series 1 from Newcastle andrecently a BMW 735il from the Gold Coast. On eachoccasion I have engaged the services of CEVA Logistics,a national carrier well known in the industry.On the first two occasions the vehicles arrived unscathedand on time as promised. However with thetransport of the BMW it was a little more complicated.I had a call from the Adelaide depot to saythe car had arrived but that in transport the ‘shark finaerial’ had been broken. They admitted liability andsuggested I get quotes for repairs and they wouldrefund the costs. So despite the annoyance at thedamage, I was impressed with the service. I thennoticed that the glove box handle / latch was alsobroken. After checking my extensive portfolio of photostaken prior to departure from Queensland I wasable to send photos of before and after and requestthat this be included in the repair bill.The service by CEVA Logistics has been faultless.Without hesitation they agreed to meet the cost ofrepair, which was a significant amount, and at alltimes have been most helpful.Philip PriorPS. In hindsight taking extensive photos of a vehicleprior to transportation is a very good idea.A Thank You Letter . . .‘S’-type1963—2013I would like to thank the club for accepting me intoyour membership and now enjoying the benefits ofthe club. I note that you didn’t receive any letters tothe editor last month so thought I would send this in.I attended the January rally to Currency Creek whichwas very relaxed and a chance to meet other membersEvan Spartalis has been trying to get me to join formany years until I eventually succumbed. My currentcars are a Jaguar XJ6 series 1 which is in originalcondition and was Bryson delivered hence theRRR333 numberplateEvan has maintained it for the last 10 years and itsnow turned over 300,000 Klms and runs like a clock,and is a really good car to drive, and very reliable. Itis my 10th Jaguar which ranged from a pair of Stypes with 4 figure number plates which I had for 8years, then two series 2 and a 1979 series 3 whichwas best forgotten. It was sold when it reached80,000 klms and was a lesson on how things deterioratedafter Leyland got involved. Then recently a3 litre AWD X type. There were others.My other cars are a 1973 Rolls Royce which providesan interesting comparison with the 1973 Series1 especially on the handling front, and a 1955Morris Minor with 65,000 original milesOver the years I have had over 100 cars but the Series1 is by far my favourite and still can be competitivewith modern cars, as long as Evan keeps servicingit.Thank you again for accepting me in the club,Roger FrinsdorfEditor’s Note: Thank you Roger, it is great to knowhow members feel about our club and even better tosee it in writing this way. Hopefully others will followyour example and send in a letter.5

General Meeting Minutes‘S’-type1963—2013Minutes of the General Meeting ofJDCSA—March 2013Meeting opened by Peter Holland at 7.45pmPresent: Please refer to signing-in sheetsApologies: Bill Jones, Evan Spartalis, Roger andScott Adamson, Pete and Kathy Taylor, Barbara Offie,Marg Piper, Claire Evans, Noel and CarmelTrew, Ian and Wendy Pringle, Sue Prior.New Members/Visitors : NilMinutes Previous Meeting: AcceptedBusiness Arising from Previous Minutes:Dane Wilden presented his current position with hisfundraising and proposed Movie Nights. All info ison their Facebook site. Second movie night 24 thMarch 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 goodidea to do a meeting at the Sporting Car Club withits stage for vehicles to be on display. General opinionseemed to be yes, worth looking into.Best wishes were passed on to Carmel Trew followingknee surgery, Rosie Bailey following knee surgeryand a broken bone in her foot, Geoff Mockfordfollowing a shoulder injury and congratulations toOzzie and Rayeena Petrucco on their 50 th WeddingAnniversary.The McLaren Vale Classic & Vintage - Our Club willbe having their display/lunch at Penny’s Hill Winery.Lunch can either be in their restaurant or a $20 perhead 2 course BBQ lunch will also be available.Both options need to be booked through your RegisterSecretary. Penny’s Hill are also offering 20%discount on their wines.Ray Offie was presented with his trophy for People’sChoice Award from SA Jag Day 2012. Congratulationsto a beautiful car to Ray.Vice President’s Report:Di is looking for a person/group of people to take onSA Jag Day 2013.40 th Anniversary format will be Gala Dinner on Saturday27 th July at Sferas Function Centre, Modburyand a Spit Roast/Carvery lunch on Sunday 28 th inthe park by Sferas. We will have a large marqueewith the Jaguars to be parked on the lawns. Di isstill looking for a Rep from each Register on theCommittee. Accommodation is also available atSferas for the Saturday night.Always looking for calendar shotsSecretary’s Report:Correspondence received: Castlemaine Open Day(Vic) 7 th April and Dept Transport, Certificates forour Vehicle Inspectors. Don Evans was present andawarded his certificate and all Inspectors werethanked for their contribution to the club.Treasurer’s Report: Nothing to reportLibrary: No library next month Tom will be away.MSCA: Barry Kitts.Next event March 24 th at Mallalla.Regalia: Dave Bicknell advised he was conductinga competition to create a logo for the 40 th Anniversaryregalia. Please send to Dave or Phil Prior.Historic Federation: Neil advised the Bay to Birdwoodwere looking for representatives for their committee.Volunteers would require police clearance ifthey were working with public. The Bay to Birdwoodthis year would be going up the Freeway.General Business:Neil Murrie advised he bought a 3.2 Auto Mk2 andfound the ID Plate did not match. He is now lookingfor a full synchro gearbox, overdrive and tailshaft.President Peter thanked the E Type Registerfor providing supper and Di Adamson for takingthe minutes. Meeting closed at 8.55pm.6

Register Meeting Minutes‘S’-type1963—2013SS and Pushrod EngineRegister Minutes ofMeeting held at thehome of Bob & MargaretKretschmer Wednesday27 th February 2013.The Minutes of 28 th November 2012 were acceptedas being a true record of the meeting.PresentBruce Fletcher, Des Brown, Bob Kretschmer, JohnLewis, Malcolm Adamson, Brenton Hobbs, Bob Hill-Ling, Jack Richardson.ApologiesRoss Gogler, David Adamson, Don Evans, BobLynch, Ross Rasmus.1. SA and Victoria Border Run November 2012Run No. 38:President Bruce Fletcher will prepare a SummaryReport now that his computer is fixed.A Thankyou letter was sent to Comfort Inn SilverBirch Motel at Mount Gambier with acknowledgement.2. Tri-state Run to Dubbo NSW 12-14 Sept 2013Run No.39:Fred Richardson has sent an email attaching a‘preliminary précis of activities….’ asking State representativesto distribute the attachment & advisethe new Run Convener direct.Bob Kretschmer had already relayed the messageto Register members seeking full Run Registrationdetails by return to him. One reply to date, RE-MINDER TO BE SENT!It was noted that the programme does not include aStatic Display & has bus trips for local travel on bothSaturday & Sunday. (No mention of transport to Friday& Saturday night dinner venues.)President Bruce to telephone Fred Richardson.Those members intending to participate-Bruce Fletcher, Jack Richardson, MalcolmAdamson, Ross Gogler, Bob KretschmerPossible- Bob Hill-Ling, Don EvansNot going- John Lewis, Ross Rasmus, BrentonHobbs, Des Brown, Bob LynchThe SA contingent proposes to stay o/night at Balranald549 km, second day 698 km.alternatively First night at Hay +141 km.Malcolm Adamson will arrange window stickers forPort Fairy & Dubbo.JCCC members to now be contacted3. General Business:1. Malcolm Adamson welcomed Register membersto his Summer Seaside Retreat on January 13.Apologies from President & V/Pres Di.2. All British Day; There was general agreementthat the Event was successful although vehicle arrival& entry was disrupted by pedestrian traffic. NewJDCSA member Bill Everett displayed a 1948 Mk1Vdhc ex-Victoria.3. Des Brown mentioned that Register membersshould be more diligent about apologising for nonattendanceat Register meetings.4. Des Brown offered videos of High Performancecars & ‘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 anniversaryat 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 SouthAustralian, followed by a Victorian later that year.There is a rare 1940 designated 2 ½ L sedan inQld.4. JDCSA:1.General Meetings are to adopt a new format toreduce Register reports & include guest speakers.2. The Annual Dinner is to be on Saturday 27 Julycelebrating 40 yrs followed by a Sunday picnic inCivic Park.3. 3-year vehicle inspections for Conditional Registrationis to commence next financial year. See alsoClassic Marque.4. Many members would like to see a Club List ofHistoric vehicles.5.The Club 2013 Calendar has some mistakes withvehicle & ownership details.6.Malcolm asked for a show of hands from memberswho use the Club Web site – not many7. Special Celebrations; National Jaguar Rally at Woolongong 29March 2013 40 years of JDCSA 25 July 2013 40 years of SS 1 Model April 201490 years of Swallow, see Cls 3.5 above7

8. 2013 Jaguar Day. Refer to CM5. Technical:1. Bob Kretschmer reported that the Luvax-Girlingshock absorbers have different resistance ratingsbetween front & rear units (p65 of the Service Manual),a feature not appreciated during restorationrebuild 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 onthe Bend-Pack hydraulic hoist which folds down to5” flat & lives under the car when not in use.6. Parts:1. Bruce Fletcher advised the Ian Mullins (Vic) hasscrewed brake rod clevis pins for 1948 Mk1Vmodels for sale, the earlier models had straight pins.7. Reminders:General Meeting Roster for SS Register – 2 nd April20138. Register Meeting Dates:Last Wednesday of each month at 7.30pmMarch 27 Ross RasmusApril 24 Don EvansMay 29 Bob Hill-LingJune 26 Bob LynchJuly 31 TBAAugust 28 “ (AGM)Meeting closed at 9.15pm.Supper: Thankyou MargaretMinute Distribution:Email; Bruce Fletcher, Phil Prior, Ross Rasmus,John Lewis, Ross Gogler, Malcolm Adamson, BrentonHobbs, Jack Richardson, Des Brown, Bob Hill-Ling 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 operatingfrom Blair Athol called ‘Jaguars with Grace’featuring four 1950 white Mk V models having airconditioning! & cream leather upholstery.———————————————————————PresentMinutes of the XJ, Mk10, & 420G RegisterMeeting held at Shannon’s,South Road,Clarence Gardens onWed. 13th MarchBen 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, PhilPrior, Ian Rowley, Evan Spartalis, Merv Tucker, DonTyrrellApologiesAnne-Marie Pijanka, Andrea Spartalis, Steve Arthur& Frances Grilli, Sue Prior, Dennis Paech, BettyMoore, Ray & Barb Offe, Kathy Tyrrell, Darryl Leyton,Pete & Kath Taylor, John Best, Andrea Spartalis,Ron & Rosie Bailey.Special MentionRosie Bailey, while recovering from a knee reconstructionwas at the swimming pool for rehab, but asshe went to get into the pool, she slipped and injuredher good leg. ( Now is that bad luck or what)Get well soon Rosie.General BusinessBroken Hill Tour. May 24 th to 26 th . Numbers comingin slowly. Please put your name down A.S.A.P. ifyou intend coming.Jag Dinner on the 27 th July discussed. Daphne willhave tickets soon.Di Adamson needs photos for our yearly Calendar.Spoke of the requirements etc.The 3 Tenors floor show will be appearing again atthe May General Meeting at the Police Club.Our Register’s Golf Day will be at the Glanville Par 3on Sunday the 16 th of June. Hit Off about 2pm. Thisis a FUN day. No golf experience required. (but itdoes help)Victor Harbour Classic on the 5 th of May. Bob willemail the details to our members on our register list.McLaren Vale Vintage and Classic. Numbers forB.B.Q. Lunch. Approx 20.Phil Prior gave details of run to Tanunda. 50 yearsof ‘S’ types. Old and new. Open to all members. Tobe held late October.Phil also reminded us of the Cat’s and Cans event –Mid September.Darryl Leyton rang from his train, somewhere wayout on the tracks to be remembered to everyone.(Everyone asked, “Who is he? We can’t remember”)Car TalkBen Adler N.T.R.Steve Attard—Trying to get some mags from theU.K. Veranda still ongoing. (Told to bring it up whenwe have House Talk)David Bicknell—Daimler has new brake callipers.George Calvert—420G has lots different. Found outthe boot light has a mercury switch. (Everyone knewthat) Got some touch up paint, about 12 gallons andis going to bog it up for a Calendar photo shoot.Bob & Daphne Charman—Still trying to get the clock8

working properly. This is dragging on longer thanCoronation Street.John & Claire Evans—Not driven since last month.Hopes all is still OK.Fay Leyton—N.T.R. Darryl missing.Graeme Moore—Took the Series 1 out for the firsttime since January.Martin O’Dea—Went to Snowtown to visit an oldLady Friend. She had quite a few old cars and toolsto sell. She took him for a ride in a 1982 MercedesConvertible. He said she was a real pig. (We thinkhe 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 stillfor sale. He bought a portable carport on ebay for$150 and $40 postage. (Also told to bring it up inHouse Talk) Needs a spare alternator for Series 1 ifanyone 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. Willput bumper back on this Saturday morning. (Told tobring it up at our Xmas dinner at the German Club)Merv Tucker—Car going well. Still has small startingproblem but has learnt to live with it.Don Tyrrell—All going well.Meeting closed at 8.55pm.Next meeting:Wednesday 10 th April, 2013, At Shannon’s, 863South Road, Clarence Gardens at 7.30pm.———————————————————————Minutes of the XK 7,8,9Register Meeting at theSchultz’s, Sunday 3March 2013The day got off to a good start with a demonstrationof washing, sorting, packing and juicing and thensampling of most delicious apples and apple andpear juice. The Register meeting followed.Attendance:Present were: Peter and Judy Goodale, Peter andRos Holland, Julian and Moira Lugg, Robin andDeidre Ide, Sue and Doug Harrison, Peg and RodDavis, Ossie and Rayeena Petrucco, Roger and DiAdamson, Onslow and Wendy Billinghurst, Graemeand Fiona Schultz, John and Lindsey Williams, JohnDunning and new member and XK120 owner,Trevor Bywater. Apologies were received from:Richard and Carla Smith, Jack and Sally Metzer,Lyn Hughes, Russell Clarke and Jenny Hales, RobSmith and Rob and Vicki Loffler.Business:Club Business.The attention of members was drawn to a number ofmatters:A comprehensive guide to the requirements for HistoricRegistration is in the March Classic Marque.We have been asked to provide current e-mail addressesto Membership Officer, Daphne Charman.Information was provided on movie nights for theVolvo Vikings on 6 March and 24 March.Members provided numbers to Peter Holland for thebarbeque lunch and the restaurant at Penny’s HillWinery which is the Club’s nominated site for theMcLaren Vale Vintage and Classic on Sun. 28 April.Register Business:Register business focussed on firming up our programmeof activities for the remainder of the year.After brief discussion on each of the following topicsit was agreed that:Due to cost of accommodation we would not go toBungaree but would seek to join in the JOCCERStrip 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. Approximately16 people expressed interest in a mid-weektour which will cost about $100 per person and includelunch and two walks. Final arrangements,which will be coordinated by Peg, will need to besettled at our May meeting.The 2013 Border Run will be hosted by Victoria onthe weekend 25-27 October. In response to optionssuggested by Victoria our preference is for Bendigoto be the site. Robin to advise Gerry.It is planned to have a November half day run oneither the 17 th or the 24 th . Details TBAThe April register meeting will be at Peter and JudyGoodales’ on Sunday the 7 th .The May meeting will be at Rod and Peg Davis’s onWednesday 1 May.Robin closed the meeting with thanks to Graemeand Fiona for their hosting.Our picnic lunches soon followed and were toppedoff with Fiona’s apple pie and cream. We went for ashort walk through the orchard to compensate. Thistook us to a honey processing facility installed inwonderful stone buildings. A good day was had byall. As some-one said, ‘it sure beats messingaround underneath a Jaguar’.9

Club Torque NoticesMEMBERSHIP APPLICATIONSThe following applications for membership have beenlodged with the Membership Secretary and are listedin accordance with clause 6(b-c) of the Constitution. Ifthere are no objections, membership will be ratifiedone month from this notice.Christopher FoxRaymond & Rosalie Greatorex1965 Daimler V81995 SovereignThe following applications listed in the February ClassicMarque magazine have been acceptedAileen & John Messent 1955 Mark VllJulie & Grant Livesey1978 XJS V12Wendy & Tom Chapman 2008 XFPeter Thomas1971 E-Type S3Robert & Helen Worland 1984 XJS V12 &1989 XJ40 3.6LRoger & Christine White 2006S-Type 3.0LOn behalf of the club I welcome these new membersand hope you will take advantage of the benefitsavailable, and that you will contribute in your own wayto make this a better club for everyone.In particular I ask that Register Secretaries and currentmembers make these new members welcome atmeetings and functions.Daphne CharmanMembership SecretaryGENERAL MEETINGROSTER 2012 –2013Nov XK, MK 7, 8, 9 RegisterFeb Multivalve RegisterMar E-Type RegisterApr SS & Daimler RegisterMay Mk1, 2, 420 & S Type (Compact) RegisterJun XJ, MK10 &420G / V12 RegisterJuly XK, MK 7, 8, 9 RegisterAug Multivalve RegisterSept E-Type RegisterOct SS & Daimler RegisterNov Mk1, 2, 420 & S Type (Compact) RegisterDuty Register is required to arrive at 7pm andensure the room is ready for 7.30pmRegister Secretaries please note:Each Register is responsible for the supply of milkand a light supper. If a register is unable to providesupper, please contact the President or Secretaryso other arrangements can be made.Make Your Markby Contributing toClassic MarqueThere are many ways members can contribute tothis magazine thus making it more interesting tothe widest possible readership as well as makingthe editor’s job a whole lot easier. These include:Letters to the Editor.Reports and photos from register runs.Funny or interesting stories about membersJaguar 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.QUICK REFERENCEREGISTER MEETINGSThe General Meeting of the JDCSAis held on the first Tuesday of each month.Register Meetings are as follows:Mk 1,2 & 420 & S Type (Compact) - SecondTuesday of every even calendar monthE-Type—Third Thursday of each month‘S’-type1963—2013Recommend a good service or supplier.Multivalve— Fourth Tuesday of each oddcalendar month.SS & Daimler— Last Wednesday of eachmonthXJ, Mk 10 & 420G—Second Wednesday ofeach monthXK, Mk 7, 8 & 9— First Wednesday of eachmonthV12— Second Friday of each even monthFor specific information call RegisterSecretaries from the Club Directory (page 1)10

Club Jaguar Torque Classifieds‘S’-type1963—20131966 Jaguar MK 2, 3.4L AutoThis car has been a chauffeured wedding vehiclefor the last five years, hence the need to bein perfect condition. Always maintained by Jaguarspecialists. Olde English White duco, redConnelly hide interior, integrated A/C front andrear. Upgraded front disc brakes with latemodel power booster, sports muffler and BorgWarner 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 267Jaguar 2005 XJ8 4.2 V8 Jaguar Racing Greenin colour, with beige upholstery and ONLY34,000klms. A one owner vehicle from new, purchasedin Oct 2005 and still under an EX-TENDED WARANTY til Oct 2013. The vehiclecomes with new tyres & brakes. Excellent conditionthroughout and full Jaguar service history.$57,000 ono Contact Ian 0418748862Jaguar 1966 MK 2, 3.4 AutoTravelled 71,000 miles. Must be without doubtthe most original car of its type offered for sale.Finished in old english white with blue leatherupholstery. I have owned the car since 1984.$21,000 ono Brian Buscombe 0414 617 12312

The XK Register takes a run to Forest Orchards wherethey learnt about the “Birds and the Bees”On Sunday the 3 rd March the XK Register held a runto Forest Orchards. The orchard is operated by clubmembers, Graeme and Fiona Schultz and their 2sons. The orchards are located in Forest Rangeand cover 25 acres with another 35 acres of bushland.Graeme and Fiona , initially grew premiumquality, pesticide free apples and decided around 18years ago that they should convert to Organic, andtoday the farm is renowned for producing Australia’sBest Certified Organic Apples. They grow RoyalGala, Fuji’s, Pink Ladies, Jonathon’s, GrannySmith’s, Red Delicious and Golden Delicious Apples.never tasted an apple so sweet and crisp.Graeme explained some of the issues with organicgrowing and storage. Where most apples wouldnormally to treated with chemicals and then storedin refrigeration for quite some time their apples arestored in cool rooms with extremely low oxygen andvery high nitrogen levels to slow the breathing of theapple and hence keeping if fresh without chemicals.The weather was ideal and a few of us were able totake the roof off and wind through those tight bendsand avoid the occasional cyclist. We arrived to aperfectly clean sorting and storage shed whereGraeme and Fiona were setting up tables and chairsout the back, overlooking the orchards. After a quicklook at Graeme’s two Ducati motor cycles we weregiven a lesson on organic apples.Graeme lowered a bin of Royal Gala apples into alarge stainless steel trough of water where the applesfloated onto a sorting platform to have anydamaged apples removed. They then went througha water spray to remove dust ,sorted for size andthen finally packed into recyclable packing crates forstorage and subsequent distribution. On this occasionwe were allowed to sample the apples andwere each given a bag to pack our own. I haveWe were then indulged with some fresh basketpressed pear and apple juice. The process was certainlylabour intensive but a few helped out with thepressing. We enjoyed our juice while eating our picniclunches. For desert Fiona had baked two beautifulapple pies which were served with whippedcream.After lunch we took a stroll through the orchards to abeautiful 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 extractthe honey from the hives and answered somequestions from a few club members about the birdsand 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 ensureda thoroughly enjoyable and informative day forus all at Forest Range.Keep an eye out for Forest Orchards Organic Apples.You’ll taste the difference.Di Adamson13

MEMBER’S PRIDEThe story of cars owned and loved by our membersClassic AdelaideMy car was delivered 23 December 1958 to Henlys,London and sold to Henley of Shelmonders in GoudHurst Kent. There is no U.K history. It was importedto Tasmania in 1973 and owned initially by Dr. P FPaesich and then Rodney Bye of Launceston. It wasfinally found almost with “ Rigor Mortis “ under a treein an open paddock by Bryan Wilson then of Piccadillyin 1981. I purchased the rusted out car in 1982.On the day I arranged to pick up the vehicle thankfullyon wheels it was abandoned in the street ,theprevious owner long gone from that address.On seeing the “wreck“ on a trailer Rayeena lookedat me with the look wives give husbands consideredto be totally “bonkers“ and suggested I should take itto the nearest tip. The only part not rusted was thealuminium bonnet.Over the next 3 years John Pagnussat working in ashed behind his home at Glynde stripped the car tobare metal and repaired all surfaces before the rebuild.The rear end and rear mudguards were beyondhelp having been cut up and botched on anumber of occasions. Terry McGrath in Perth had aspare car and I gratefully accepted replacementparts and a new wiring loom. Two rear wings wereordered from D.K.Engineering in Middlesex U.K. andfitted like a surgical glove. John had worked forEnzo Ferrari and was exported to Australia to workaluminium and other metals at the CommonwealthAircraft Factory at Avalon before coming to freelancein Adelaide. He restored many fine motor carsincluding O`Neil's blower Bentley`s and a C TypeJaguar that subsequently went back to the U.K. Hehand made parts including radiators for early M.G`s.The original 3.4 L motor was rebuilt and balanced byChris Waldock who also rebuilt the limited slip diff.The Moss gearbox was rejuvenated by BrianCollins. Painting took place in Tony Cafasso`s studioand Alby Voyer upholstered the seats using twoConnolly hides provided by my son in law Ben Connolly.Horry Collins tailored the soft top with originalhorse hair filling and Bob Hansford of LivingstoneMufflers made the stainless steel exhaust system toJaguar specifications. XJ 6 calipers pads andbooster for the front and Koni shock absorbers tookcare of suspension and anchors. Sunshine VitreousEnamel renewed the manifolds and Adelaide Wheeland Rim Works the wire wheels.When completed I entered the car at the NationalConcourse the Club hosted in Adelaide in 1985. Wecame second in class to Noel Roscrow`s XK 150fixed head coupe. Considering the size of Noel`sworkshop and specialists he had working for him wewere very happy with the result. Points were deductedfor the modified brake system. The car wasvoted “MOST DESIRABLE CAR “ that year. I haveenjoyed driving the car with second engine a 3.8 Ltriple carbie , straight port head and Celica gear boxprepared by Brian Woodcock, ex Weapons Researchengineer now living in Kapunda.Restoration Pictures 1982Targa Adelaide 2012With other club members I have been in four ClassicAdelaide events and last year in the Targa Adelaide.In this event I entertained the crowd on theWednesday night with a 360 degree manoeuvre14

which amazed me as well as the spectators at theAdelaide Showgrounds. The car looked magnificentamongst the German ,Italian and other entries inlast year`s “ Melbourne Mille “ . We toured the VictorianAlps encountering snow in Thredbo in Octoberand admiring glances from onlookers at everystop. It`s second longest trip was by boat to Christchurchand the South Island with members of theXK register. Onslow Billinghurst and Richard Smithhave given helpful advice and also much neededand appreciated hands- on help over the years.I am considering taking XK 1958 back to her birthplaceto do some touring in the U.K. and Europe.Retirement is wonderful particularly when you haveall the time in the world to tinker on your Jaguar. Nojokes about gynaecologists carrying out engine repairsvia 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 stylingof the “S‟-type from “Cat Out of the Bag”, inwhich Peter Wilson describes the years 1961-66in Jaguar’s Competition Department. The followingtext has been selected from an article in theNewsletter of the International ‘S”-type Register,the (Editor’s notes) are those of the editor of thatnewsletter. We thank the editors for their kindpermission to use this material.Towards the end of August(Ed: 1962), we arrived at workone morning to find Sir Williamalready in our shop, togetherwith body designer, Bill Thornton.His presence certainlyensured a very brisk start tothe day‘s activities! Almost immediatelya knock on theGreen door‘ (Ed: entrance tothe Competition Department.)signalled the arrival of a forklift truck carrying a Mk 2 frontend wooden buck. This was brought in and lifted onto our large 8 feet x 8 feet surface table, whilst simultaneouslya labourer arrived with a sack truckloaded with Plasticine.Following a bit of instruction from Sir William, accompaniedby the usual arm and hand waving toindicate what he had in mind, he left. Bill Thorntontook off his jacket, rolled up his sleeves, climbed uponto the surface table and, using nothing moreelaborate than an ordinary table knife and spoon, heset to work. During the course of the following weekand after many visits from Sir William, who on occasionswould make a few changes to the Plasticinehimself, the front end style of what was to becomethe ‘S‘-type, emerged. When Sir William was satisfied,the buck was taken away and three or fourmonths later the proto type ‘S‘-type body shell arrivednext door in the Experimental Department.This was typical of the way in which styling was developedat Jaguar. Sir William was the chief stylist.He knew in his mind the shape he wanted and hadvarious people in the Engineering Division createthis in sheet metal, weldingwire frame work, wood and soon, until he could see in frontof him his vision. Not for Jaguarthe huge sophisticatedstyling studios, the army offlash suited stylists, who todaymasquerade in public asthe car designer even thoughthey only create the out-sideshape and interior style. Theonly stylist Jaguar had wasSir WilliamWhilst the ‘S‘-type shape wastaking place in our Shop, Bob Blake took a keen interestbut did not attempt to interfere. He wasn‘t tooimpressed with the end result and thought he coulddo better. Now Bob had recently bought TVC 420,the ex-Bill Heynes Sherwood Green Mk 1 3.4 saloonwhich, following use as an Experimental Departmentfleet test car, had be-come surplus to requirements.We lost Bob for six weeks at the beginning of Septemberdue to back surgery. Whilst recuperating, hekept his hand in by modifying the front end of his Mk1, to reflect how he felt the ‘S‘-type should havelooked.(Story Continued on page 19)15

Jaguar ‘S’-typePolice CarsWhen the 3.8 litre ‘S’-type was introduced in October1963, British police forces became very attractedto them. The car having a considerably largerboot and better range than the Mark II. ‘S’-typePolice cars were fitted out very differently from yourtraditional ‘S’-type executive limousine. The Police Stypes often had the rear seat removed for evenmore space. The calibrated Speedo was located sothat it was easily read by the observer. Vinyl wasused for flooring and all of the walnut dash gave wayto satin black paint, radios and switchgear to controlsirens and hailers.All ‘S’-type traffic cars were painted white with thetraditional blue light and searchlights mounted onthe roof. Area cars were painted black.A number were fitted with 3.8 litre E Type enginesand low ratio back axles to give brilliant performance.These cars could outpace most of the cars ofthe day. The UK Police Services were a huge corporatecustomer for Jaguar. Although some individualforces bought only a few cars, others bought a largenumber, the total number of ‘S’-type police cars builtis unknown.Unusual features of Police ‘S’-typesBlack Area cars usually had a DG250 automaticgearbox and white Traffic cars had the manualtransmission, without overdrive, to save money.When the DG automatic gearbox was fitted, a specialpawl was designed that did not allow Park orLow to be selected. There was also no Park or Lowposition on the gear indicator on the steering column.The transmission had those gears internally,but they were blocked off. Arriving at the scene ofcrime, the driver would sometimes throw the selectorinto Park before the car had stopped. Soon, TheMet had a collection of blown transmissions.The right-hand fog light position was fitted with afixing plate for the ‘gong’ behind the grill, whichwould have been supplied and fitted by the policeforce after delivery.Police ‘S’-types were not fitted with a ‘leaper’. It hada continuous strip of chrome running the length ofthe bonnet. This was done for two reasons: cost;and that by 1967, new safety regulations were cominginto effect and the Police were taking the leadwith the elimination of the ‘dangerous’ leaper.Most Police cars did not have a heater box and thewater lines were capped off. Authorities did not wanttheir officers sitting around comfortably in their cars.A modification that all ‘S’-types should have had,was the fitting of a ‘Jaguar Handbrake Release ButtonGuard’. Since The Met’s Police cars no longerhad a Park function on the gearbox, the driver hadto rely upon the parking brake. On occasions, thecar would arrive at a crime scene, and as the driverexited, 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 rolleddownhill. The Met’s design of ‘handbrake hood’ alleviatedthe problem by preventing a quick-exiting‘Bobby’ from accidentally releasing the handbrake.Sadly, only one ‘S’-type Police car survives todayDoug Tilley16

The Story of“66 CAT”My 1966 ‘S’ type with Qld. registration 66-CAT, wasbeing offered for Auction by Classic Throttle Shop, awell established classic car dealership in Sydney,that was conducting their inaugural classic car auction.After having my brother-in-law (who has ownednumerous classic cars himself and needed little encouragement)inspect the car and report that itseemed to be everything the promotion and photosclaimed, I decided a trip to Sydney was inevitable.Being the only bidder on the night I was successfulin the purchase of the car (6 th Dec 2009) I was ofcourse like a kid with a new bike.The car came with a few nice extras such as powersteering and heated rear window and with some historicrecords and a pile of receipts. I have no historyof the car prior to 1993. Jim Leicht, of ToowoombaQld. owned the car from at least 24 th March 1993 to12 th May 2007. He sold the car to Sandy Brinkmanof Noosa, Qld., who owned the car from 12 th May2007 to 6 th Dec 2009. Sandy clearly did not use thecar a great deal but was successful in gaining aprize with it at the Noosa Car Show.Jim Leicht, had in the mid nineties carried out anextensive restoration of the vehicle with approximately$60,000 worth of receipts being supplied withthe purchase. (Don’t you just love that…. ) This restorationincluded a bare metal re-spray. The car Ihave been told by Jim was originally Golden Sand, ithad been painted white before his purchase and hechanged the colour to Light Oyster Gold (metallic).MEMBER’S PRIDEThe story of cars owned and loved by our membersThe restoration included a complete internal restorationwith carpets, leather seats and all interior liningsand trim replaced, new woodwork, new wiringharness, some new chrome, new wire wheels (5)with Pirelli tyres. There is also evidence in the receiptsthat the motor had an overhaul at the sametime, however it is clear to me now that this overhaulwas not as thorough as it could have been and Ihave since removed the motor and transmission fora complete rebuild to my satisfaction and for peaceof mind.But is it a 3.4 ltr. or a 3.8 ltr?At this point there is a little twist to the story thatsome in the club are well aware of. The car was soldto me as having left the factory as a 3.4ltr.(Confirmed by the Heritage Certificate) and hadbeen converted to 3.8ltr. I didn’t think much moreabout it at the time, I was delighted to have successfullypurchased the car and was happy to have a3.8ltr. However curiosity got the better of me. Thereceipts from the partial rebuild in 1995 itemisedamongst other things the fitting of 3.8 rings. Yet theblock is clearly embossed 3 ½ Litre, and the enginenumbers confirmed this. Could it be that the motorwas bored to 3.8 ltr. specifications by a previousowner? You can imagine my curiosity that turned toconfusion when my learned friends on the “Jag LoversForum” assured me “It just cannot be done!”Sometimes we can have just enough knowledge tobe dangerous.So without ‘boring’ you too much, I discovered that ithad been bored to 3.8ltr.specs., which was apparentlya common practice for racing engines, but iswell beyond the limits recommended by Jaguar for a3.4l block. So a comprehensive rebuild of motor andtransmission followed with a standard 3.4ltr. block.With the body and interior restoration of such a highquality the car has had only a few upgrades since,including electric cooling fan, rebuilt power steering,some exhaust modifications and the fitting of correctfull size tyres.This car is truly my pride and joy and a delight toown and drive.Philip Prior17

Club Torque Calendar NotesAPRILTuesday April 2, 7.45pm.Monthly General Meeting JDCSA Police AssociationBuilding - 27 Carrington St Adelaide.Tuesday April 9, 7.30 pmCompact Register Bi-Monthly Meeting To beheld at the home of Bill & Heather Jones. Pleasebring a chair—Contact: Geoff Thomas 83743228Wednesday April 10, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pmMonthly Meeting XJ Register at Shannons Rooms- 863-865 South Road, Clarence Gardens. Membersmeet at Villies Cafe South Road for a meal prior tothe meeting. Contact Bob Charman Email: charman@bigpond.net.auHm: 82484111 Mob:0421482007Friday April 12, 7:30 pm- 10:00 pmMonthly V12 Register Meeting , contact RogerAdamson on 0421 052 518Tuesday April 16, 7:00 pm - 9:30 pmExecutive Committee Meeting VIP Building Cnr.Marion Rd and Sir Donald Bradman DriveThursday April 18, 7:30 pm - 10:00 pmMonthly Meeting E Type Register Contact AlanBaker 0429 097 729Saturday April 20—Sunday 21,E Type Run to Jamestown Contact Alan Baker0429 097 729Wednesday April 24, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pmMonthly Meeting SS & Daimler Register , contactMalcolm Adamson on 82783002Tuesday May 7, 7.45pm.Monthly General Meeting JDCSA Police AssociationBuilding - 27 Carrington St Adelaide.(Special Event—Entertainment by the Three (maybefour) Tenors) PLUS supporting acts.Wednesday May 8, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pmMonthly Meeting XJ Register at Shannons Rooms- 863-865 South Road, Clarence Gardens. Membersmeet at Villies Cafe South Road for a meal prior tothe meeting. Contact Bob Charman Email: charman@bigpond.net.auHm: 82484111 Mob:0421482007Thursday May 16, 7:30 pm - 10:00 pmMonthly Meeting E Type Register Contact AlanBaker 0429 097 729Tuesday May 21, 7:00 pm - 9:30 pmExecutive Committee Meeting VIP Building Cnr.Marion Rd and Sir Donald Bradman DriveFriday May 24—Sunday May 26XJ Register Run to Broken Hill—More details oppositepage. Contact Bob Charman 82484111Tuesday May 28, 7.30 pmMulti-valve Register Meeting—Contact RonPalmer 0418 855 597Wednesday May29, 7.30 pmSS and Pushrod Register MeetingJUNETuesday June 4, 7.45pm.‘S’-type1963—2013Monthly General Meeting JDCSA Police AssociationBuilding - 27 Carrington St Adelaide.Tuesday June 11, 7.30 pmSaturday April 27—Sunday April 28,McLaren Vale Vintage & Classicwww.vintageandclassic.com.auNOTE: Please register your intention to attendthis event with your register secretaryMAYSunday May 5,British Classics Tour (Victor Harbor)Those attending this day need to register by 16thApril 2013. The plan is to meet at the Victoria Hotelat 8.30am. For a departure for Victor Harbor by9.00am.Compact Register Bi-Monthly Meeting Contact:Geoff Thomas 83743228Wednesday June 12, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pmMonthly Meeting XJ Register at Shannons Rooms- 863-865 South Road, Clarence Gardens. Membersmeet at Villies Cafe South Road for a meal prior tothe meeting. Contact Bob Charman Email: charman@bigpond.net.au82484111 Mob: 0421482007Friday June 14, 7:30 pm - 10:00 pmMonthly V12 Register Meeting , contact RogerAdamson on 0421 052 518Sunday June 16MSCA Super Sprints Round 2 Mallala18

‘S’-type — ”Then and Now” — S-TYPERIGHT: Press Photo No. 1, from Jaguar Cars Ltd.‘S’-type Announcement September 30, 1963BELOW: Images from the Original Press Pack releasein 1998 showing comparisons with the original‘S’-type and Mark 2.BOTTOM RIGHT: Another interesting comparisonLEFT: The classic 60s‘S’-type is still quite activein historic saloonracing in the UnitedKingdom. The races arereported regularly inJaguar Enthusiastmagazine and theircompetiveness againstother saloons continues.As seen in thephoto below of an ‟S‟-type leading an S-TYPEat Silverstone.‘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 madehis customary superb job and quite frankly, the style he created was far superior to Sir William‘s ‘S‘-type frontend (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. Bobwas 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 dowith Jaguar. Sir William finally relented, but insisted that it always be parked nose in to the wall, so that itcouldn‘t be seen! The incident was soon to be forgotten, but it was obvious that the old man was nothappy, as having looked at Sir William‘s best efforts, Bob had gone off on his own and upstaged him!Geoff Mockford—JDCSA Technical Officer80 King William St Kent Town SA 5067 ph: (08) 8362 599719

Club Jaguar Torque NewsNew Jaguar F-TYPE V8 S sports carrecreates historic sprint test inJabbeke, BelgiumSixty years after Jaguar’s legendary test driver NormanDewis achieved a world record average flyingmile speed of 172.4mph in a modified XK 120*. Jaguarreturned to Jabbeke, Belgium**, on Saturday 2March for another sprint test, this time with a newJaguar F-TYPE V8S and 1988 Le Mans 24 hourrace-winning driver Andy Wallace. With just twomiles available to Wallace to explore the F-TYPE’sstraight-line speed from a standing start, and bring itto a stop again, the car hit almost 180mph*** andachieved 0-62mph in an impressive 4.2 seconds.The celebratory event marked the beginning of anepic drive event in which classic Jaguar XK 120, C-type, D-type and E-type sports cars joined the new495 PS F-TYPE in a ‘Jaguar Bloodline’ sports car‘S’-type1963—2013convoy en route to Geneva, Switzerland, prior to thisyear’s 2013 Salon d’Auto, where the new F-TYPEtakes pride of place on the Jaguar stand.Speaking after the sprint test, Wallace said: “I wasdelighted to be invited by Jaguar to be the first toundertake a public sprint test in the new F-TYPE.Our result today is amazing considering the originalsprint test road was five miles in length and todaywe had less than half that to achieve 179mph. Thecar was still accelerating toward its top speed when Ihad to brake.March 5, 2013 -Today, Jaguar and Ridley Scott Associates releasedthe trailer to their short feature filmnamed 'Desire.'The film stars Golden Globe® winner Damian Lewis,Jordi Molla and Shannyn Sossamon alongside theall-new Jaguar F-TYPE. Lana Del Rey, who recentlywon 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 glimpseof what's in store for viewers when the film is releasedlater this spring and paints a picture of thedramatic storyline without giving too much away.It's also a chance to see the award winning line-upof cast members in action, as well as the brand newF-TYPE that will take centre-stage in the film.20

The Cat’s GiggleCricket ExplainedIn order to assist people who are not familiar withthe 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, andwhen he is out, and when he is out, comes in, thenthe next player goes out, until they are out, and thencomes in.When the side that is ‘in’ is all out, the side that hasbeen ‘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 outwhen the side that is ‘in’ is finally out.When both sides have been‘in’ and ‘out’, including thosenot out and no longer ‘in’ -that is the end of the game.I do hope this has cleared upany confusion about thegame.Only 50.000 miles . . .A blonde was trying to sell her old car but was havinga lot of problems because the car had 250,000miles on it. One day she told her problem to a brunettethat 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 onlycan sell the car.""Okay," said the brunette. "Here is the address of afriend of mine. He owns a car repair shop. Tell him Isent you and he will turn the counter in your carback to 50,000 miles. Then it should not be a problemto sell your car anymore." The following weekend,the blonde made the trip to the mechanic.About one month after that, the brunette asked theblonde: "Did you sell your car?""No," replied the blonde, "why should I? It only has50,000 miles on it."Hey Doc . . . .A mechanic was removinga cylinder head from themotor of an XJ Jaguarwhen he spotted a wellknownheart surgeon in hisshop.The surgeon was there waiting for the service managerto come take a look at his car when the mechanicshouted across the garage, "Hey, Doc, can Iask you a question?"The surgeon, a bit surprised, walked over to wherethe mechanic was working on the Jaguar. The mechanicstraightened up, wiped his hands on a rag."So Doc, look at this engine. I open its heart, takethe valves out, repair any damage, and then putthem back in, and when I finish, it works just likenew. So how come I get such a small salary and youget the really big bucks, when you and I are doingbasically the same work?"The surgeon paused, smiled, leaned over, and whisperedto the mechanic..."Try doing it with the engine running"21

- T E C H F I L E S -Club Torque‘S’-type BrakeLights - Aaaagh!I am not sure that I personally qualify to be writingthis months TECH FILE. But in the absence of anysubmission by others far more qualified I have writtenthis article that should be regarded more as aDIY Jaguar enthusiasts solution toa common problem in the hopethat it may be of help to someone.From the day I purchased my ’S’ -type in 2009 I had the ongoing issueof failing brake lights. Thelights are of course operated by thein-line pressure switch on the sideof the engine block. This arrangementin itself, even when theswitch does work is somewhat inefficientin that the lights are ratherslow in coming on given that theyrely on brake pedal pressure. Tomake things worse if the pressureswitch fails as I found they continually did despiteconstant replacement, there is no way of knowingone is driving without brake lights.For me the solution was cheap, efficient anda DIY job, resulting in a reliable trouble free andsafe brake light system.I determined that by fitting an electric switch on thepedal, wired into the existing pressure switch loomwhich is left in place, so it is easily reversed, andinstalling a high LED brake light in the rear windowwith an indicator that can be seen in the rear viewmirror I would resolve all issues.So it was off to Repco where I purchased a genericbrake pedal switch, in this case it was a Nissanswitch. The switch has to be what is called a“normally closed” switch. Meaning that as the switch‘S’-type1963—2013sits in your hand the points are closed or the circuitis closed permitting electric current. Why is this important?Because. the switch has to be mounted onthe drivers side, not the firewall side of the pedal. Ifound this very simple by manufacturing a metalbracket and fixing it in position under the dash sothat when the pedal is in its normal rest position,pressure is exerted on the switchholding the switch points open(breaking the circuit) preventing anycurrent and therefore not lighting thebrake light. Properly adjusted, theslightest pressure on the pedal, allowsthe switch to close immediatelylighting up the brake lights.Now one important point here is thatit is necessary to provide a flat spoton the brake pedal at the point itmakes contact with the switchplunger. I was able to grind a smallflat spot first but then fashioned ametal bracket with a broader flatsurface to fit over the pedal and fixed it in place withsome Selleys ‘Need-it’ ( a wonderful product)While at Repco I picked up a very neat LED brakelight strip for the rear window and wired it into thestandard loom behind the tail lights. The indicatorlight can be seen in the rear view mirror, so no morewondering, do I or don’t I have brake lights.This system has been in place faultlessly now forover twelve months. I suspect that the same simplemodification could be made to most early modelsthat rely on these rather untrustworthy pressureswitches.Philip Prior(If you have a simple tip or solution to a commonproblem, please send it in for publication)23