XK 140 Light Switch WTF

[Rob_Reilly]

Mine are not clip-on, there is a 3/4" hole in the canopy.
We had a discussion about this law on pre-xk.

Hole in the Roof

Had the '38 SS out for a little drive last night. This morning noticed a hole in the roof, right hand side above the B post. I guess there was plastic body filler in there which popped off. [IMG_20200809_113755730] Investigating, there was something inside there. Reaching in under the headlining, I could move it around. Managed to get it out. [IMG_20200822_103312326] Thin hex nut filled with Bondo. [IMG_20200822_104703018] Cleaned it out, trying to identify the thread. Too large for 3/8…

Sad day for an SS Jaguar saloon

I would take a guess as to the holes in the roof being for all-night parking lights. I have seen a few pictures of this type fitted in the same position on other cars. I assume they are an after- market accessory and possibly even a Lucas product. In those early days it was a rule in the UK that you had to have your car illuminated if you parked in an unlit street. The visibility problem was exacerbated by reflectors not being compulsory. Tail light lenses were fluted or dimpled but this de…