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New Member - 76 XJ6L with a little something extra - NY
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New Member - 76 XJ6L with a little something extra - NY
Hi All,
Been a long time lurker in this forum, especially in the last year as I've become an owner of a stock XJ-6 and as this project began to take shape. I've found a ton of useful knowledge from the folks here so it's only fair that I introduce myself and show y'all what that knowledge was used for.
First off, I've always loved the style of the XJ saloons and one was on my wishlist for a while, despite me not being around for when these were sold new at the dealer. When the opportunity for the right one presented itself, I quickly jumped and found myself an owner of a beautiful blue on red, partially restored 1976 XJ from an estate sale of who I believe was a Jaguar collector. I've seen various engine swaps done to these cars, and with how pretty and original this car was, I committed to keeping her stock until something truly catastrophic happens. That moment came just a few months into my ownership when the transmission decided to burn itself up. I was still on the fence about what to next - do I swap in a GM 4 speed auto like many have done and preserve the straight 6, or do I go all the way?
That's about when I started talking to Andrew from@JaguarSpecialties and saw some of his projects. I guess the rest is history as they say. A gentleman from PA later came to buy the motor for his XJ coupe.
Andrew has wonderful to work with throughout the build and supported myself and Mike during the few months that it took to make this happen. His kit worked out well for us but his knowledge was worth way more than the parts that I got from him. This is not a small undertaking no matter how simple things look at first.
Mike is the man that put this beast together and is one of the best builders/mechanics you'll find in the NYC area. He didn't just drop the drivetrain in the car and call it a day - he fabricated brackets, coolant pipes, the exhaust, a custom cooled ECU enclosure, retrofitted a GM condenser and somehow got a 2018 floor mount Camaro pedal to work. Plus dozens of other things I'm forgetting. If you're on the NYC area and looking for someone that knows their stuff, I vouch for him anyway. His shop is called MCMC in Brooklyn, NY.
Anyway, to the good stuff. The Jag now has a lump. It's an LS3 motor and 6L80E tranny out of a 2014 Camaro SS. The thing has been on the road since August and has embarrassed a few modern 'performance' cars to date.
Good to have you with us. XJ looks great and a very tidy transplant.
As you have already been using the XJ6 & XJ12 Series I, II & III forum, there's no need for a link to it from me. You can also use the US Notheast Region forum by following this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/us-northeast-35/ to find other members in your region.
Welcome to Jaguar Forums BigBlueLump76,
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Hello,
Congratulations on your Newly Converted Series 2 Jaguar Xj6!!
What a Beauty that is too! Of course I am shamelessly partial to the Series 2 anyway, as I feel they're the Most Beautiful object ever to roll off an automotive assembly line.
Many of us drive Converted Series Jags and love every mile.
Andrew is a stand up guy; posts over in our Xj6 Series section sometimes. It's good to hear yet another report to that effect.
Hello,
Congratulations on your Newly Converted Series 2 Jaguar Xj6!!
What a Beauty that is too! Of course I am shamelessly partial to the Series 2 anyway, as I feel they're the Most Beautiful object ever to roll off an automotive assembly line.
Many of us drive Converted Series Jags and love every mile.
Andrew is a stand up guy; posts over in our Xj6 Series section sometimes. It's good to hear yet another report to that effect.
Welcome to the forums from ElinorB.
(';')
Yup, Andrew has been great to work with and I encourage anyone thinking about a similar conversion to at least connect with him.
I still have his euro bumper kit in my closet that I hope to tackle in the spring so even if you plan on keeping the drivetrain original, he's still got a few nice products to enhance the appearance of your XJ. I also got the 7" headlight kit from him.
Been a long time lurker in this forum, especially in the last year as I've become an owner of a Kodi stock XJ-6 and as this project began to take shape. I've found a ton of useful knowledge from the folks here so it's only fair that I introduce myself and show y'all what that knowledge was used for.
First off, I've always loved the style of the XJ saloons and one was on my wishlist for a while, despite me not being around for when these were sold new at the dealer. When the opportunity for the right one presented itself, I quickly jumped and found myself an owner of a beautiful blue on red, partially restored 1976 XJ from an estate sale of who I believe was a Jaguar collector. I've seen various engine swaps done to these cars, and with how pretty and original this car was, I committed to keeping her stock until something truly catastrophic happens. That moment came just a few months into my ownership when the transmission decided to burn itself up. I was still on the fence about what to next - do I swap in a GM 4 speed auto like many have done and preserve the straight 6, or do I go all the way?
That's about when I started talking to Andrew from@JaguarSpecialties and saw some of his projects. I guess the rest is history as they say. A gentleman from PA later came to buy the motor for his XJ coupe.
Andrew has wonderful to work with throughout the build and supported myself and Mike during the few months that it took to make this happen. His kit worked out well for us but his knowledge was worth way more than the parts that I got from him. This is not a small undertaking no matter how simple things look at first.
Mike is the man that put this beast together and is one of the best builders/mechanics you'll find in the NYC area. He didn't just drop the drivetrain in the car and call it a day - he fabricated brackets, coolant pipes, the exhaust, a custom cooled ECU enclosure, retrofitted a GM condenser and somehow got a 2018 floor mount Camaro pedal to work. Plus dozens of other things I'm forgetting. If you're on the NYC area and looking for someone that knows their stuff, I vouch for him anyway. His shop is called MCMC in Brooklyn, NY.
Anyway, to the good stuff. The Jag now has a lump. It's an LS3 motor and 6L80E tranny out of a 2014 Camaro SS. The thing has been on the road since August and has embarrassed a few modern 'performance' cars to date.
New Member - 76 XJ6L with a little something extra - NY
