1. Mechanical: Steve (at CARTEC automotive services) is a certified ASME mechanic with lots of experience working on European automobiles. Steve is working at CARTEC Automotive Services, which is located at 5609 East 41st St. here in Tulsa. (918) 747-1840.

As new parts for older Jaguar may be difficult to find, CARTEC can remove the offending part so that you can take it for local repair, then reinstall the newly repaired item.

2. For power steering and other hydraulic hoses: I have those either repaired, or manufactured new by American Hose and Supply, 12936 East Admiral Place in East Tulsa, (918) 234-0585. They can usually fix your problem while you wait. I have had them make power steering hoses for my 1985 Jaguar XJ-S, as well as other hydraulic hoses for my 1972 Massey-Ferguson backhoe. My typical charge is usually less than $50. They don't do A/C hoses, for that I take my needs elsewhere.

3. For air conditioning hoses: I recommend (and take my biz to) W & B Service Company, 15403 East Skelly Drive, also in East Tulsa, (918) 894-6040. They too have rebuilt an air conditioning hose assembly for my '85 Jaguar, while I waited and less than a half hour. Just for drill, it was less than $100. If you could buy it new, that part would probably cost way more.

4. For Lucas alternators from under the bonnet of said Jaguar: Roger recommends The recommendation is "Auto Battery & Electric, 1026 East 4th Street" (near downtown Tulsa). The guys identified it as Lucas even before I sat it down on the counter. They work on everything electric that can be repaired from 6 volts to 250 volts. 5 stars!

When it comes to maintenance and repair of older Jaguars, many shops, including the dealership, will refuse to work on your Older Jag. As a result, many owners of older Jaguar's elect to do my their own work. Finding a WILLING and KNOWLAGBLE Jag mechanic is (always) a Good thing! Roger has had success with the following vendors.

The following Mechanic and Vendor recommendations have been shared by Roger Hanes. JCTI member

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