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86 xj6 - 2/12/2008 3:17:01 PM
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tylerw2239
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Hey everyone,
First off id like ot say this is a really helpful and fun site to surf around on.
I just bought a 1986 Jaguar XJ6 for 900$, drove it home. Seemed to run ok didnt wanna take it too fast though only about 40 mph for 5 miles after it hadnt been running for 7 years. The body is pretty immaculate along with the interior. A few rust spots are around the panels under the windshield and the rear windshield.
So far this is what i've done to it:
Air pump was siezed, so i threw a whole new one of those there.
New spark plugs and cleaned out the sludge in the crankcase, new oil and oil filter.
new belts
new battery
should I change tranny fluid and rear drive fluid?
I got new tires, but im having trouble with the lug nuts as they dont fit. I have the Jaguar wired/spoked wheels, where can I get new lug nuts?
Replaced the fuel changeover switch and trip computer.
The fuel gauge is pretty in responsive/sporadic. I am going to change the trunk changeover valve with one i got for 5 dollars used on ebay (haha).
I ordered a new wiper switch and managed to dismantle the old one. How do I disconnect the wires to the wiper switch?
At first the AUX fan was turning on the second the battery was connected, but now that has stopped. I've read about AUX fan switches, but i was wondering where that was located?
I did the front brake pads and rotors, and had a guy look at the ball joints, said they were OK.
The rear brakes...inboard, so that will be a 2 day job with much help.
Any other suggestions? I've been finding some good parts sites, but if anyone knows of any they like to use please let me know.
Thanks again.
-tyler
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RE: 86 xj6 - 2/12/2008 5:34:00 PM
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davidboger
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HI Tyler
Sounds like you have done a vary through job, congratulations on that. With a little love and care it will last you a long time.
As far as parts suppliers, there are some excellent new parts suppliers.
Ken, on this list all the time, is from MotorcarsLTD. I have personally used them, and found the service to be very good.
www.motorcarsltd.com
Another supplier who's name I saw advertized on the right is Auto Haus Arizona. I use them too occasionally, and found their prices to be very good. http://www.autohausaz.com
Two more personal favorites are Coventry West in Atlanta www.coventrywest.com and Jagbits. www.jagbits.com
There are scores of new parts businesses around. Ken adds alot of personal service to this forum, and is very helpful. The guys at Coventry West (Greg, Ray) are also leaders in the business, and know the cars inside and out.
I'm not affiliated with any of those, but I have used every one of them with great results.
Personally, I do use used parts when it is both economically and safe to do so. And I own, and part out, several Jaguars from Series 1-3.
Good luck with your new car
David
EverydayXJ
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RE: 86 xj6 - 2/13/2008 2:00:00 PM
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tylerw2239
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Hey David,
Thanks a lot. To tell you the truth i may have to use this as a daily driver, so I would like to keep it running as well as it can for as long as possible.
I got a new wiper switch, and I am having trouble finding the electrical connector to take it off. It is way back behind the steering wheel. Do you or does anyone else know how I can do this?
Thanks,
Tyler
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RE: 86 xj6 - 2/13/2008 2:19:22 PM
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ken@britishparts.com
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Tyler,
I would do the trans filter:
http://www.motorcarsltd.com/item.wws?sku=IN102393
I don't think I would worry about the diff fluid. If you want to change it you just need a gasket. It should be a standard diff, but check if it's posi before draining the fluid. If it's the posi (power lock) you will need an additive for the clutches.
The floating fuel gauge is probably the sending unit. Does it do it on one side or both? Each tank has it's own sending unit and the fail frequently.
I don't know about the wiper switch. I will try to find out. Hopefully, Jose will come along and be able to tell you right off the top of his head.
I wouldn't sweat the aux fan. The Series 3 cars run fairly cool. I don't believe I've ever heard mine come on and we are down in Texas. It's not hell, but you can see it from here.
Also, check the control arm bushings (particularly the uppers) and the steering rack bushings. Other tid bits: trans mount spool and spring, the diff cage mounts, and rear radius arm bushings. That should keep you out of trouble for a little while.
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RE: 86 xj6 - 2/13/2008 2:24:47 PM
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davidboger
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HI Tyler
It's actually pretty straight forward. The connection only about nine inches behind the wheel. Assuming you have the underscuttle casing off, it shouldn't be too difficult to find.
It does go over the ignition lock, but is then only about 5" back.
David
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RE: 86 xj6 - 2/13/2008 2:36:01 PM
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davidboger
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Hi Tyler
I was typing my last reply at the same time as Ken, so I just got to read his.
I'm going to respectfully, and cautiously disagree with him on the auxillary fan. It's a pretty simple circut, so it shouldn't be that difficult to track down. It's main purpose isn't to cool the motor while running, but to protect from heat after the car has been parked.
You can test the motors themselves by simply disconnecting the lines, and running 12 V from the battery to one terminal, and grounding the other.
If the motor tests OK, there are two culprits. One is the thermo switch, on the right side of the radiator. To test it, simply undo the connection, and jump the two wires together. The other is the red relay on the left upper side of the radiator. You can bypass that as well, or just test by subsitution.
I had an 81 that nearly kicked my butt trying to figure out the problem. Turned out the wires coming throught the fender well had worn through.
You can also wire a switch, inside the car to get the fan to turn on manually when the temp guage reaches 90.
Considering it was running constantly, and then not at all, the relay is suspect. Either it corrected itself, and it hasn't been warm enough to turn the fan on, or it is non functioning now.
Good luck
David
EverydayXJ
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RE: 86 xj6 - 2/13/2008 2:36:24 PM
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tylerw2239
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My finger is a half inch short of beign able to reach the connector. How should I get it out/get to it?
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RE: 86 xj6 - 2/13/2008 2:43:14 PM
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davidboger
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Do you have the underscuttle casing, the black trim under the wheel wheel, off? It's only about 4 screws.
With that off, you should be able to see the connector.
If you still can't reach it, grab it with some pliers, and gently pull it to a location where you can get it. There is some play in the wires. Don't jank it, just a gentle pull
David
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RE: 86 xj6 - 2/13/2008 2:47:25 PM
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ken@britishparts.com
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I asked the guys in the shop. Sounds like David is dead on. They said remove the underscuttle and the pigtail runs back about 4". Plug and play.
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RE: 86 xj6 - 2/13/2008 3:43:05 PM
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tylerw2239
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yeah I've dismantled the old one, its just hanging there, I've had the underscuttle off the entire time its just hard to reach back in there. I'll try the plier idea. thanks for the help!
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