Hey guys, new to the forums. Just acquired a 1986 XJS and still trying to learn more about them.. Previous owner swapped a generation 1,350 small block carb, with a t5 manual tranny. Not sure if it was the 6 or 12 cylinder but front badge says v12. I know very little about Jaguars, coming from a background of Chevy, but the car intrigued me. Some things I noticed righted off the bat were strong fumes coming from the fuel tank, along with pressure when opening the fuel cap, also the windshield wipers don’t work. I know electrical issues are common and the fuse block under the driver dash is problematic, but Any info on that would be appreciated. For the fumes, Thinking there’s something up with the evap system because of the carb.
All in all I think the car is beautiful, and sounds great.

Thanks for reading, sorry for no pictures of the engine. Will upload on command

 

Welcome to the forums.

 

Welcome aboard.

 

Welcome to the forums Isitajagtho,

The VIN will tell which engine was originally fitted. Whether 6 or 12 or transplant, it's still a Jaguar.

Follow this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/xjs-x27-32/ to the XJS forum for help, advice and information. The 'HOW TO' thread at the top is a good place to start for information on regular issues. You can also use the US Northeast Region forum by following this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/us-northeast-35/ to find other members in your region.

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Enjoy the forums.

Graham

 

Welcome to the Forums.

Yep, tank venting is up the creek from the conversion. Easily sorted and the members in the link Graham gave you will know.

Good luck.,

 

Welcome to Jaguar Forums Isitajagtho,

Good to have you with us.
Enjoy the forum.

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Hello,
Congratulations on your new Jaguar XJS!
Welcome to the forums from ElinorB.
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welcome to the forum - enjoy!!!!

 

I checked the vin, was the base model 6 cylinder. Thanks for the info and links l, appreciate it much.

1986 Jaguar xjs, 5.7l 350, 5 speed