Thanks.

 

I read this thread and called Darrel Turner this afternoon - he returned my call within minutes, and reassured me he is indeed still doing this repair and is happy to help. He was very pleasant and professional.
Darrell Turner 1-858-649-9090
darrell@darrellturner.net
Here in 2019 his rack rate is $200 for a repair, so don’t expect the $50 he used to charge years ago when he was first getting started.

Ive pulled this module once before when I had some water get in the car and I think condensation affected the board - my passenger seat had magically moved itself all the way forward, and the seat back had flipped fully forward so it was resting on the dash - it did this by itself in the middle of the night. I cleaned up the edges of the board where it seemed there was some corrosion, and it all worked fine for a couple of years. New problem is seat back will recline but not move forward, so it’s now in full recline which makes it uncomfortable to sit in. I think the board needs more help than I can give it, and Darrell has the skill set.

Cheers, y’all.

 

My driver side seat would not come back from the recline position, and upon examining the PCB I had the exact trace in the 1st picture, broken in several places as well. I also opted to solder in a jumper wire instead of trying to patch the individual breaks, and seat works perfectly now! I cleaned and looked long and hard over the entire PCB and only found one other trace I thought looked questionable; however, my multi-meter confirmed it was good so I left it alone.

If you're thinking of doing this repair...ISO alcohol to clean the PCB, an exacto knife ( to scrape the coating off the traces ), and a magnifying glass or glasses are mandatory. Also suggest an alligator clip to hold the wire down when soldering the wire in place and flat on the PCB. And of course, a small gauge jacketed wire of maybe 3-4 inches.

If you're not somewhat experienced with electronics & PCB soldering, don't have a GOOD soldering iron with a fine tip, and a steady hand...I would suggest having someone else repair it. This would NOT be a good "introduction to electronics soldering " project.

 

I'm in Thousand Oaks, also own a new Triumph Bonneville 1200, my 2003 XK8 convertible is in for a new top, seat covers being replaced, console and visors recovered.
Thanks for letting me know there is someone who doesn't automatically order factory parts from Jaguar for each repair.

 

Stealing a ride on a thread, I spoke with Mr Turner Thursday (11/7/19) about my two 'in need of repair seat modules' and we had an entertaining chat. I told him I would email him some Navy photos and photos of my seat modules. I think during our pleasantly long conversation I wrote down his email address incorrectly because I've heard nothing back from him yet. I believe Darrel had told me his email address was dario2rnr@xxxxxxxxxx. I've left off the @ portion in his address which I know was correct. Anyone know if I got the first part right? I'd rather not pester him on the phone for what was likely an error on my side. Any help?

 

The email I used is darrell@darrellturner.net

 

[QUOTE=CatLovr;2089131]I read this thread and called Darrel Turner this afternoon - he returned my call within minutes, and reassured me he is indeed still doing this repair and is happy to help. He was very pleasant and professional.
Darrell Turner 1-858-649-9090
darrell@darrellturner.net
Here in 2019 his rack rate is $200 for a repair, so don’t expect the $50 he used to charge years ago when he was first getting started.

Here's an update for 2020. I spoke with him today and will be sending in my module tomorrow. His current rate is $125, plus $25 for return shipping and handling.

 

My seat module case was broken, and internally maybe other problems. I texted DT for info and was told he did not have cases available, but would exchange out a 'Fixed' module for the above prices. DId not talk with him, but he(and his wife??) sounded very professional. Waiting for the return module to replace questionable one from eBay. Maybe a problem in by switches.
There is a bracket that the module attaches to that can be removed(a la Graham's pix). Module screws bolt up into the bracket. I found it easiest to tilt seat, unbolt the bracket, bolt on the module and re bolt bracket.
I have my unit turned with wires facing to the front. Sometimes get Drv.. air bag inop caution light on dash. Maybe this position is the cause????

 

I contacted Darrell and unfortunately he is no longer performing the service.

 

Thanks for the update. Did he happen to mention if he was aware of anyone else?