I interpreted the photos as one side cleaned in the 3rd photo. The first photo is both sides done. @pascal is this correct?

 

yes, both sides had the ‘foam pack oxidation’…
I cleaned it with a wired brush. Pic 1 was cleaned, pic 3 had 1 side still affected.
Also the oil cooler bolts were more or less corroded and I decided to exchange the cooler brick and bolts with new parts.
All looks good now, but there was some work involved..

 

@jahummer Your inbox is full - need your help here:

https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/f...9/#post2836611

 

OK so I have a bit information regarding the noise after the supercharger foam removal. The noise difference is substantial and to me audible instantly. I am bit surprised, as everyone here says it is not noticeable.
Before, I could hear SC from around 3,5k RPM. Now the noise is from like 1,5k RPM, just everywhere. Also, it is higher pitched, or least at these low RPMs.
I also changed SC fluid and all belts etc has been reassembled so I am thinking if anything else might be it other than foam but really it is more loud. Please note I am driving without an engine cover too.

 

I am curious if you had to do it again would you have left in the insulation?

 

Are you running a solid SC coupler?
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Well the foam seems to trap moisture so yes. The sound, I give it a go to used to it a bit more. Also the mechanic changed the plug on my symposer, so I will check that too.

No, OEM, my coupler is fine.

 

Anyone put the new metal thermostat housing in?

Thoughts? I had put a new "plastic" one in about 8k miles ago...figure it is not due for replacement for another 42k....but am tempted ...

 

Can you add a little to the "Also the mechanic changed the plug on my symposer, so I will check that too."?
Was there something wrong with the plug?
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I originally disconnected the symposer pipe and plugged both ends. Then I zip-tied the cabin end hose to something in the engine. My mechanic did not like it, and instead CNC machined a plug to the hose and then it reconnect it to the symposer for OEM look.

 

Yep I have it in.

 

Any issues with the installation? Thank you - my guess is it is the way to go and I'll likely grab one and just do it on the next "under the hood" event ...

 

Was installed by my tech at the time including but not limited to;

Jaguar aluminum coolant pipes
EuroAMP aluminum thermostat
EuroAMP aluminum water heater pipe

He never mentioned any issues.

 

I also mounted the alu thermostat housing. It was the thermostat with extra sensor although original I had no sensor. Just let this one unplugged and al works fine :-) Only thing is that I had to use an extra hoseclamp because it leaked a little bit between the alloy and hose.

 

Ok so the time has come to do a bit of PM on my 2015 V8 R - so piecing my kit together now and did notice there's a full upgrade kit at euro-amp.com here: 10-14 Jaguar Land Rover Cooling System Upgrade Kit V2 5.0 V8 Superchar — Euro AMP

So I'm thinking of going with JLR front Y and over-pipes, but now that some time has passed on these parts what is the general experience with the metal thermostat and the metal rear cross pipe (sandwiched with sealant/gasket)? Those two items failure prone or relatively solid?

 

I'll be honest, I've never had an issue with the thermostat housing. My vehicles in my signature experienced nothing - and not listed are my land rovers all 5.0s, also no issue.
It's metal, and it's shiny.

People seem to like the aftermarket metal rear coolant crossover, but the failure mode for gaskets at installation points still exist. Time will tell, so you can help us figure this out if you install them

 

I have the two piece rear manifold on my XJ for about 4K miles. No problems so far. It is available in both single and two part versions. I went with the two piece one so I could take it apart and make sure the passages were full diameter. So I drilled them out based on another members pictures and suggestions.
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Thanks guys - so I'm a chicken so I'm backing away from the aftermarket kit and going to do a mix of a few aftermarket parts and JLR parts. Digging into this, I'm struggling a bit figuring out what I should replace and not replace proactively (i.e. if it's not currently leaking, should I replace it anyways or leave it alone). My list so far:

Front Y/Over pipes - definitely replacing, LR186859,LR186917, the newer JLR aluminum pipes

Rear heater Pipe - definitely replacing, I'm sticking with the plastic JLR one, and just planning to change this out every few years

Thermostat & housing - definitely replacing, would probably go with the plastic version too as I've read some mixed reviews on the aftermarket one

SC Oil - definitely replacing, because why not

Water pump - if not failing should I replace this proactively? I also know there are some aftermarket parts folks use with the water pump, aluminum water pump -> oil cooler pipe, and a brass water outlet hose connector. I've read good things about the former, but mixed reviews on the brass connector, any positive/negative experience with these?

All belts - definitely replacing, it's time

Coupler - definitely replacing, both size ZZP solid couplers ordered because mine is a 2015 R

SC/Intake gaskets - obviously replacing

Anything else I'm missing (hoses etc. that need PM on a 10 year old Jag?)

Thank you in advance!

Brad

 

@bfrank1972 Our indie Jaguar shop made the choices regards most of your questions. He did NOT replace the SC oil, but I would recommend it since it is difficult to actually tell how much is in there.

Our water pump was noticeably leaking a bit after it was removed, so best to have one on hand IMO, especially if you ever needed to top up the coolant in the past. We would get a telltale stain on the underside of the bonnet occasionally.

 

@bfrank1972 Hoses are cheap, but definitely any with plastic fittings and couplers, these crumble away over time. I'd still with as much genuine as possible. I'd replace as much as you can afford now, less to do later at greater cost.