Hi everyone i'm new to the forum i have a jaguar xj sport which is refusing to start . after doing some research it would seem it's flooded since this is the first JAG I've owned it is something new to me. i've removed one of the plugs and it does smell of fuel.
the next conundrum I have is i'm changing the plugs as part of the service, the ones in it are ngk r, plugs yet jaguar recommended platinum ones yet I keep hearing and reading that platinum plugs are prone to overheating and could possibly to damage to the coil packs is this the case or am I better just sticking with the ngk r ones thanks for your expected replies Lee.

 

Welcome to th forums.

 

Welcome aboard.

 

Thankyou

 

Welcome to the forum Lee,

Good to have you with us at Jaguar forums.

Sort out the non-start and then worry about plug specification. Plenty of threads on 'bore wash'. Here's an example:

https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...e-wash-160704/

Follow this link XJ XJ8 / XJR ( X308 ) - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the X308 forum for help, advice and information. The 'HOW TO' thread at the top is a good place to start for information on regular issues.

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Graham

 

Hello,
Welcome to the forums from ElinorB.
(';')

 

thanks everyone for your replies got some good advice here first time i've heard of bore wash. Will give them a try, are the platinum plugs as bad as they are led to be just didn't fancy taking the plugs out putting them back in to replace them with new ones After, was going to buy some tomorrow with the rest of the service bits. What do you recommend ngk r, or the platinum ones as there is a big difference in price as well thanks again everyone

 

Welcome to the forums.
I've done tune ups on a lot of cars, the only time I ran into trouble was when I tried to outdo the manufacturer. I'd say use what Jaguar recommends.
I converted one of my Firebirds to all Accell products for the ignition. Three days later I'm getting towed home. It's got AC Delco parts in it now.
Enjoy the drive.

 

Hi rhomanski
thank you will do

 

Welcome.

I have used NGK for as long as my memory stretches, and never had an issue using what is recommended, either Platinum, Iridium, R, or just plain standards.

Good luck.

 

Thanks Grant
great to have people with good advice��

 

welcome to the forum - enjoy!!!

 

Welcome to Jaguar Forums Lee,

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