I do not know why are you so surprised about the sucess of your channel. There are not that many classic Jaguar passionates in this world, and when we meet someone who is, the bond is kind of natural. If we add the factor that you generously sacrifice your time to help us with extremely useful advice on how to keep our jewels in good shape at a reasonable cost, I foresee more and more Jaguar enthusiats joining your channel. Nice people attract nice people!!

@LivingWithAClassic

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Santiago for the kind words! It does take quite a lot of time to make these videos but it's a great feeling being able to help others out. Hope that this community will continue to grow.

@donporter8432

2 жыл бұрын

Alan's calm, confident, methodical, thoroughness and patience helps me as much if not more than the corrective content, to be honest. I find myself emulating his style and becoming less stressed for every repair I undertake. Priceless!

Adam…..you are a saint. Fixed my two switches on my 87 XJ-SC today and I have airflow………I had the round prongs but basically the same….thank you so much. Michael in North Carolina USA.

All I can say is, you are excellent. I own an XJ6 S3 and your videos helps me to keep the classic alive. Thanks.

Thanks for video's, i don't know what to do without your channel

What i like most about this channel is that the creator shows each and every step. Never rushed but thorough in his procedure. Who would ever think that a slow moving power window would be the cause of a dirty corroded switch? Awesome content!

@CauliflowerMcPugg

4 жыл бұрын

Well said Kenneth.

@klwthe3rd

4 жыл бұрын

@@CauliflowerMcPugg McPugg you are everywhere!! Nice to see you over here too. I've been getting quite bored with Hubnut since he's been on holiday in NZ. Hope you are taking good care of him down under!

@CauliflowerMcPugg

4 жыл бұрын

@@klwthe3rd Yes I am Lol. And I think we are . I may get the chance to ask him later if he thinks we are looking after him well.

@LivingWithAClassic

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Kenneth! I'm glad you enjoy the way the content is presented 🙂

@LivingWithAClassic

4 жыл бұрын

Have you gotten the chance to meet him? Ian seems like a very interesting guy.

I was about to change the motor but you saved me the hassle ! I’ll try this first thank you very much for your channel. Greetings from France !

@LivingWithAClassic

Жыл бұрын

Hope you find the issue!

Cool that was really helpful, I've just recently bought a 1981 XJ6 series 3 and have been playing with the electric windows. I'll definitely have a go at cleaning all the switches out just for peace of mind. As some are slow and the rear drivers side doesn't even work. Yes this is definitely a channel to subscribe to. Well done! I have only got 35 subscribers so your far out passing me.

Again brilliant and most helpful. A big thanks for your efforts on covering the XJS windows. Helps us all in keeping these big cats purring 👍👍

@LivingWithAClassic

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Brian! XJS window mechanism coming up soon

Have had a real problem with this very subject thank you thank you thank you !

@LivingWithAClassic

4 жыл бұрын

I'm glad I could help Robert!

as always your videos are great the way you go through every step completely. Best out there Have helped me a lot with my 77 XJ6C

@LivingWithAClassic

4 жыл бұрын

I'm glad they can help 😊 Thanka for watching!

You are a God send for my Xj-6, my Wife's Xj-6, my Son's XJ-6, and my Daughter's XJ-6. All are mid 80's models. All were bargain cars which we drive everyday. I just picked up a 1985 XJS and I am working on this car. I am a retired publisher (we produced Braille books). Anyway we have always been a Jaguar family. Really liked to buy Jags that needed love and we love Jags. I want to thank you again, and my family wants to thank you. You are an outstanding teacher. If you could --a video on how to service the XJS 5/3 cooling system. It is really complicated. Thanks again and God bless. Chris

@LivingWithAClassic

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for those very kind words Chris! You made my day! I loved hearing how you are a family of Jaguar lovers. They are great cars to save. I have purchased all new hoses for the XJS V12 and I will be changing those as soon as I have my XJ6 back on the road. Thank you for watching!

Thank you so much, just did my xjs switches and they now work a treat 😊

@LivingWithAClassic

2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

Hi Adam, after replacing the electrical antenna of my xj 12 S3, which is a difficult job when having no proper instruction , i also cleaned my switches. All windows working fine, except the one at the drivers seat. I would appreciate another video dealing with the electric windows. Great work you have done so far. Before seeing your video i did not touch my xj. Compared to my TR 4 it is a challange. Best Regards and looking forward to further videos. Dieter

1982 XJ6 Series 3 - I just hooked up a battery and started testing electricals. Both rear windows power up/down but slowly. Front windows inoperative, so I will be testing switches and door motors/mechanisms. I see that part 2 of this video was never done? That would seem to be the most complex portion of this repair - getting into the doors and fixing things that you can't see by just pulling panels off.

Thank you, my 96’ xjs back on the road

Great..cos only my drivers window in the S2 is working!!..thanks for this mate..and all the best with the future

@LivingWithAClassic

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Rab!

Thank You very much for this video - great job !!!

@LivingWithAClassic

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 😊

Thank you. My friend.

Thank you once again, of all of my years of countless Jaguar ownership, I don't think I have had a single car with a complete set of working windows, I assumed the motors were knackered, perhaps not. My current car needs to be revved very hard to get window to lift, it comes down okay, but closing is difficult, I generally only open rear windows 🤣

@LivingWithAClassic

4 жыл бұрын

I hardly open the windows on my new S-type since I know how easily the mechanism breaks on the early S-types, the gears are made of very fragile plastic. The previous owner has had a few replaced and I've seen what they cost from the bills 😂

Hi Adam, thanks for a great channel, did you upload part 2 of Fixing slow electric windows? I have a 1988 XJS and you videos have come in very useful!!

Owning a 2/68 E Type for 36 years, I've worked on just about everything. I recently removed & replaced all 10 rocker switches on my panel. Being a 2/68 transition car between S1 & S2 there are no 100% electrical schematics. Let's say one switch that came out had 4 spade connectors while the replacement switch for that function had 6 spade connectors. Using an ohm meter, I had to "map" each connector with the switch in multi positions. A lot of work but got all the new switches installed & working...it was not plug & play.

I really hadn't thought about them until your video 👍 so guess what little job I will be doing this weekend 😁

@LivingWithAClassic

4 жыл бұрын

It's a nice little weekend project

@CauliflowerMcPugg

4 жыл бұрын

@@LivingWithAClassic I had the privilege to spend most of the day with HubNut one on one. We replaced the Brake light switch and a couple of other things. He is a really nice guy. It was fun times.

@LivingWithAClassic

4 жыл бұрын

That sounds great! Glad you could help him out and spend time with him. He does come across as very nice in the videos.

thank you so much, i was just about to remove my doorpanel aand windwo motor of my 1989 xjs convertible

I picked up a tip years ago with Mercedes switch contacts - aside from disassembly/cleaning, you can also use a pencil eraser and rotate on contacts, the rubber pulls the tarnish off quickly and gently. Cheers

@LivingWithAClassic

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for that tip! I will try it on my newly purchased XJ6.

well done. Another video that would be tremendous help is the removal of the electric window motor from the door. Hopefully you will do this. Many thanks.

@LivingWithAClassic

4 жыл бұрын

Thank yoi Chuck! I promise to make that film very soon.

Sick

the windows and sunroof switches in the Series 3 XJ are different, also smaller. The brass contact tabs inside also come off.

Dangit, I need Part 2. I just changed my window switches. Left side motor is working. Right side, not so much.

Great Teaching Video! New Subscriber here, Love any New Tips on an Old Jags! Will any Tips be coming for V-12 E-Types? Are V-12 E's Switches basically fixes the "same?". Either way great Videos.

@LivingWithAClassic

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! The switches on the series 3 E-types are pretty much the same. The series 3 is my favorite E-type! I hope to own one some day. There will be a few videos on one this spring or summer. I have a friend who has a beautiful one.

Hi Adam, how pertinent! I’ve had trouble with the windows on the XJS but I’m not sure in may case at least, it’s to do with the switches though. I have been told what the problem could be, but don’t worry won’t run a spoiler. It will have to wait anyway until I’ve completed the engine refit. BTW, if you’ve not covered it already, can you let me know the correct way of wiring the FenAir system into the car please.

@LivingWithAClassic

4 жыл бұрын

HI Jon! I can show how it gets wired in. There will also be a video on fitting a whole kit to my friends XJS 3.6 manual sometime this winter or spring.

Any tips on how to open a stuck passenger door on an XJS convertible?

Much better way: 1) disassemble as shown 2) clean with dish soap (Dawn in the US is a very good grease solvent) us a brush and don't be shy it's a robust switch 3) soak the whole thing in vinegar or CLR or similar product to remove tarnish 4) reassemble by using grease SPARINGLY not like his globby mess! Use dielectric grease to prevent oxidation of the contact surfaces.

I need some help with my 1983 XJS, I found a little wiring harness with 3 plugs on it, 2 are taped off and one wasn't plugged in and I can't find where it goes. The main plug is by the fuel injector harness plug. I believe this is part of the reason my Jag won't idle unless I hold the pedal a bit.

@LivingWithAClassic

4 жыл бұрын

If you could take some pictures of it and send it to livingwithaclassic@gmail.com I will have a look and see if I can help out

@9danny81

4 жыл бұрын

Hi, have you figured it out? My XJ12 also has trouble idling and I have found a couple of unplugged wires, so just wondering if that ended up being part of the issue.

Hi there, thanks so much for the knowledge. It is really helpful. By the way, I have trouble in finding Air condition fan speed control in my XJS Part # JLM1161. Can you give me a hint ? I am living in Bangkok, Thailand

@LivingWithAClassic

4 жыл бұрын

What year is the XJS?

@chartchai5939

4 жыл бұрын

It is 1987

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