When to replace chain tensioners on Jaguar XK8?
A 2000 model would be better while 2003-2006 are the best. 2003 XKs had over 900 changes. I just spent $4200 to replace the tensioners, chains, etc on my 1999 XK8. Neither dealership nor Jag will do anything to help.
What kind of tensioner do you use on a Jaguar V8?
(See the photos at left.) We now use the metal-based third-generation tensioners exclusively when replacing cracked first- and second-generation Jaguar V8 tensioners. When a plastic tensioner shatters or wears to the point the cam chain becomes loose, a rattling around can be heard in the cam area at the front of the engine.
Why are my cam chain tensioners breaking on my Jaguar?
(The new 4.2L version of the Jaguar AJ-V8 engine has double timing chains.) As a result of their weak design and other factors like engine overheating or poor maintenance, the plastic cam chain tensioners on 1997 to 2000 V8 Jaguars began to experience stress fractures, and so did some of the plastic guides.
Why does my jagutek Camb make a rattling sound?
When a plastic tensioner shatters or wears to the point the cam chain becomes loose, a rattling around can be heard in the cam area at the front of the engine. Usually this happens on start-up, when the engine is cold. (Note that a rattling sound does not necessarily mean broken tensioners.
A 2000 model would be better while 2003-2006 are the best. 2003 XKs had over 900 changes. I just spent $4200 to replace the tensioners, chains, etc on my 1999 XK8. Neither dealership nor Jag will do anything to help.
(The new 4.2L version of the Jaguar AJ-V8 engine has double timing chains.) As a result of their weak design and other factors like engine overheating or poor maintenance, the plastic cam chain tensioners on 1997 to 2000 V8 Jaguars began to experience stress fractures, and so did some of the plastic guides.
(See the photos at left.) We now use the metal-based third-generation tensioners exclusively when replacing cracked first- and second-generation Jaguar V8 tensioners. When a plastic tensioner shatters or wears to the point the cam chain becomes loose, a rattling around can be heard in the cam area at the front of the engine.
When a plastic tensioner shatters or wears to the point the cam chain becomes loose, a rattling around can be heard in the cam area at the front of the engine. Usually this happens on start-up, when the engine is cold. (Note that a rattling sound does not necessarily mean broken tensioners.
How does a chain tensioner work on a JAG?
That’s an expensive failure. Gwen – The Jag V8 you have uses a chain drive (like a bicycle chain) to drive the cams that open and close the engine’s valves. The tensioners keep the chain tight so it doesn’t flop around; they work like the spring loaded derailleur on a bike.
What kind of car is the Jaguar XK8?
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What to do if your Jaguar XK8 wont start?
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That’s an expensive failure. Gwen – The Jag V8 you have uses a chain drive (like a bicycle chain) to drive the cams that open and close the engine’s valves. The tensioners keep the chain tight so it doesn’t flop around; they work like the spring loaded derailleur on a bike.
How can I tell if my Jaguar XJ8 is in good condition?
Jaguar dealers can perform a blow by check to determine engine condition. A good condition engine will show less than 25 l/m, anything over 40 l/m will make a good Top Gear coffee table. Impellors on AJ26 water pumps can disintegrate giving a loss of efficiency leading to overheating and potential head gasket failure.
Why are chain tensioners on my AJ26 water pump not working?
Impellors on AJ26 water pumps can disintegrate giving a loss of efficiency leading to overheating and potential head gasket failure. An early pump can be changed to the later version with a metal, not plastic impeller. The temperature gauge is software driven and is not always an accurate refection of actual coolant temperature.