RCR D type thread

[Randy V]

4.2 YES!!!!

The 3.8 taught me why the Brits didn't make refrigerators - the couldn't make a refrigerator leak oil from every corner and all points in-between!

Still loved the sound though and the power was not great, but not bad either..

 

[Justin]

What transmission options are there? What would you recommend?


I ask because stock manual trannies for Jags are few and far between.

 

[Fran Hall RCR]

T5 5 speed or the original Jag.

 

[Luke S]

Just remember the early ones are NOT fully syncro'd if shopping.

 

[Jack]

T-5 5 speed all the away!

 

[Jac Mac]

The later DOHC Ford 4.0 liter inline 6 engines from OZ would bolt up to a T5/T56 etc easy & look the part with all the FI plastic etc stripped off, a brace of 45's & a set of pipes, you would obviously have to do the latter yourself though with it being in the RCR too hard basket Actually when I think about it the plain jane steel wheels off the same cars has a similar look to the multi holed D-Type wheel, just a fake knock off cap & your done..

 

[Troy]

Actually when I think about it the plain jane steel wheels off the same cars has a similar look to the multi holed D-Type wheel, just a fake knock off cap & your done..

Please don't. For god's sake, please don't

 

[Jac Mac]

Please don't. For god's sake, please don't

Now Troy, you have been around here long enough to know you never tell me not to do something or that it cannot be done, thats about all the incentive I need! Just as well Ive already got a couple of bucket lists to get done already & if I was inclined toward a D-Type there are a couple of dead nuts manufacturers within 45 minutes ( one within 1 minute & 45 secs ) of here.....soooo, when are you going to take that V10 back out & fit a proper motor!: OOP's I see you have already done that, want some plans for a basic coffee table??)

 

[Fran Hall RCR]

Couple of pics....

 

[Jack]

WOW! Too nice. Thanks for the pic's Fran.

 

[Justin]

Wow!!!!!!!!! Beautiful!!!!!!!

 

[Chuck]

Look forward to seeing the engine / front suspension structure.

Removable panel to access the tranny nice feature.

That D Type will look great in British Racing Green!

 

[Jack]

Is there any other color for a D-Type? I did see a grey one a few years ago at the Goodwood Revival. It too looked good!

 

[Luke S]

Dark blue was always a favorite also, though I've seen a deep red too.

 

[Neal]

4.2 and T5 all the way! I look forward to your build.

 

[Chuck]

D Type Build Blog

This is a purely hypothetical question. If one, theoretically speaking of course, were to build an RCR D Type, what would be the best place for a build blog?

A sub forum here would be one option. But are there any blogs out there dedicated to Jag reproductions? I have not found any.

Just wondering.

 

[Randy V]

D Type Build Blog

This is a purely hypothetical question. If one, theoretically speaking of course, were to build an RCR D Type, what would be the best place for a build blog?

A sub forum here would be one option. But are there any blogs out there dedicated to Jag reproductions? I have not found any.

Just wondering.

Or one could think about posting up here:

Wings, Wheels, and Keels - GT40s.com

:thumbsup:

 

[Luke S]

I think here might be as good as any, but I personally use Jag-lovers - one source for your Jaguar cars needs as a member for Jag oriented things.

Good guys that are open minded in general to Replicas and even lumps (engine conversions).

Lots of informed people on the site.

 

[Chuck]

Today watched a Jag 4.2 with Weber side drafts and polished aluminum valve covers being dyno'ed. Sure would look good in an RCR D Type.

 

[Luke S]

Goliaths and heavy, but one of the most beautiful when fully dressed! Amazing how big when sitting on floor next to a 289 Ford.