When did the Jaguar XJR steel tensioner come out?
My 2000 XJR has no rattle at all during starting. Jaguar released a steel tensioner in 2002/2003. Some Jaguar technicians have reported fitting this steel tensioner during preventative maintenance. It is possible to upgrade all your tensioners and preferably to the steel version.
What should I know about a Jaguar XJ8?
Many (1997-2000) Jaguar XJ8s have engines that can fail when exposed to high sulphur fuel. Nikasil is a metal coating that some manufacturers used to line the inside of their engine cylinders….notably BMW and Jaguar. In theory nikasil is great. It’s lightweight, offers lower friction, and is generally hard wearing.
Why is the tensioner on my xjr8 not working?
XJR8s are also susceptible but possibly to a lesser degree because they use a simpler timing mechanism. The tensioner’s job is to keep the timing chain tight. If a tensioner fails, the timing chain becomes loose and the chain can jump one or more teeth on the cogs in the engine.
When did Jaguar replace the Nikasil lining on the XJ8?
The replacement for a nikasil lining was a steel lining and Jaguar switched their production in August/September 2000 although the exact date is unknown. There is some confusion around the web about precisely which cars are affected. Jaguar has issued a statement saying that cars from 2000 onwards would not be affected.
My 2000 XJR has no rattle at all during starting. Jaguar released a steel tensioner in 2002/2003. Some Jaguar technicians have reported fitting this steel tensioner during preventative maintenance. It is possible to upgrade all your tensioners and preferably to the steel version.
What kind of engine does a Jaguar xjr8 have?
The XJR8 has the refined attributes of an XJ8 plus performance that blurs the world. Many (1997-2000) Jaguar XJ8s have engines that can fail when exposed to high sulphur fuel. Nikasil is a metal coating that some manufacturers used to line the inside of their engine cylinders….notably BMW and Jaguar.
The replacement for a nikasil lining was a steel lining and Jaguar switched their production in August/September 2000 although the exact date is unknown. There is some confusion around the web about precisely which cars are affected. Jaguar has issued a statement saying that cars from 2000 onwards would not be affected.
When to buy an XJ8 / xjr8 1997-2003?
Buy an XJ8/XJR8 that was registered after 1st January 2000. By purchasing a car registered after that date you bypass the 3 biggest issues. Your car has avoided high sulphur fuel, you have the upgraded (2nd generation timing tensioners), and your car won t stall on motorways (upgraded throttle body).
What to do if your Jaguar supercharger is damaged?
We will restore your Jaguar Supercharger to the quiet, smooth and efficient supercharger you are used to, putting you back in the driver’s seat as quickly as possible. We have Supercharger Rescue & Repair Services if parts have been damaged.
What kind of engine does a Jaguar supercharger use?
This Jaguar supercharger is for the 4.0L V8 supercharged engine applications, including engines AJ26S and AJ27S. See the bottom of this webpage for additional statistical vehicle data. Reuse pulley as is, using the one that the customer provides with their supercharger.
Buy an XJ8/XJR8 that was registered after 1st January 2000. By purchasing a car registered after that date you bypass the 3 biggest issues. Your car has avoided high sulphur fuel, you have the upgraded (2nd generation timing tensioners), and your car won t stall on motorways (upgraded throttle body).