What kind of engine does an XJ-S have?
The 6 cylinder engines in the XJ-S were either the AJ6 in 3.6 or 4.0 forms or the four valve AJ16 version of the 4.0. All are powerful with over 300 bhp quite feasible. Available with either the 5 speed manual or the 4 speed ZF auto, again the auto can be modified for racing but the manual is a simpler option.
What kind of Gearbox did an early JAG have?
Early cars had a 4 speed manual gearbox as an option but these are hideously expensive, most have the immensely tough GM TH400 auto box which can also make a good race box when fitted with American drag racing parts. I raced an auto with manual override and it was superb.
What kind of engine does a JAG have?
All are powerful with over 300 bhp quite feasible. Available with either the 5 speed manual or the 4 speed ZF auto, again the auto can be modified for racing but the manual is a simpler option. The final version, it had a 6.0 litre V12 and an extra gear to play with.
What’s the rev limit on a JAG XJ-S?
The same basic principals apply to both XJ-S and XJ6/12 cars. First up which car to go for. The V12 in 5.3 form is fantastic on the race track with a 6500rpm rev limit and over 300bhp readily available, although the standard cooling system is dire.
What kind of engine does a Jaguar XJ6 have?
Models covered Jaguar XJ6 models with 3.2 litre (3239 cc), 3.6 litre (3590 cc) & 4.0 litre (3980 cc) six-cylinder in-line dohc petrol engines and automatic transmission
Where is the transmission on a Jaguar XJ6?
Transmissions are a four-speed automatic equipped with a lock-up torque converter. The transmission is mounted to the back of the engine, and power is transmitted to the fully independent rear axle through a two-piece propshaft.
How to request new parts for a Jaguar?
Complete the Jaguar Parts Request Form: Can’t find the new or used Jaguar parts you need? Complete the Jaguar Parts Request Form:
The 6 cylinder engines in the XJ-S were either the AJ6 in 3.6 or 4.0 forms or the four valve AJ16 version of the 4.0. All are powerful with over 300 bhp quite feasible. Available with either the 5 speed manual or the 4 speed ZF auto, again the auto can be modified for racing but the manual is a simpler option.
The same basic principals apply to both XJ-S and XJ6/12 cars. First up which car to go for. The V12 in 5.3 form is fantastic on the race track with a 6500rpm rev limit and over 300bhp readily available, although the standard cooling system is dire.
What kind of car was the last XJS?
I raced an auto with manual override and it was superb. The last XJS cars had the 6 litre V12 with a 4 speed 4L80E auto which can be modified to work in manual mode either mechanically or electrically (paddle shift style), but these cars are rather expensive.
Where can I get a Jaguar XJ tuning?
Jaguar XJ Tuning and Jaguar XJR Remapping can be carried out by Paramount Performance at many locations across the UK and around the world.