OOPS, New Memr Introduction
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OOPS, New Memr Introduction
I posted this introduction in the regional area, obviously in the wrong place.
Hi everyone. My name is Ken and I recently bought a 1988 XJS with an engine swap/GM conversion in mind.
I found the car at a storage lot, the previous owner had passed away and the lot owner had no idea until 6 years later when they were finally able to locate a family member. The family GAVE the car to the storage lot. The car had sat for 8 years without running when I acquired it.
IT NEEDS EVERYTHING.
Wiring is all dry rotted with insulation falling off, interior turned to dust when touched. Leather hard as a rock and splitting. Headliner sagging and turned to dust when touched. NO KEYS.
I have pulled the engine and installed a Chevy Small Block with a TH400 transmission. I chose the TH400 because that was the factory stock transmission. Right now I have a 305CID engine but, I plan to change that after all the bugs are worked out.
Any tips or ideas are always appreciated.
Hi everyone. My name is Ken and I recently bought a 1988 XJS with an engine swap/GM conversion in mind.
I found the car at a storage lot, the previous owner had passed away and the lot owner had no idea until 6 years later when they were finally able to locate a family member. The family GAVE the car to the storage lot. The car had sat for 8 years without running when I acquired it.
IT NEEDS EVERYTHING.
Wiring is all dry rotted with insulation falling off, interior turned to dust when touched. Leather hard as a rock and splitting. Headliner sagging and turned to dust when touched. NO KEYS.
I have pulled the engine and installed a Chevy Small Block with a TH400 transmission. I chose the TH400 because that was the factory stock transmission. Right now I have a 305CID engine but, I plan to change that after all the bugs are worked out.
Any tips or ideas are always appreciated.
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Welcome to the forum Ken,
Good to have you with us at Jaguar forums.
Follow this link XJS ( X27 ) - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the XJS forum for help, advice and information. The 'HOW TO' thread at the top is a good place to start for info on regular issues.
Please remember to add vehicle details to your Signature to help others to give relevant advice. Go to the User CP button on the left of the top menu bar, then Settings & Options under Your Control Panel. Select Edit Signature and enter the details.
Enjoy the forums.
Graham
Good to have you with us at Jaguar forums.
Follow this link XJS ( X27 ) - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the XJS forum for help, advice and information. The 'HOW TO' thread at the top is a good place to start for info on regular issues.
Please remember to add vehicle details to your Signature to help others to give relevant advice. Go to the User CP button on the left of the top menu bar, then Settings & Options under Your Control Panel. Select Edit Signature and enter the details.
Enjoy the forums.
Graham
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Welcome to Jaguar Forums Ken,
Good to have you with us.
Enjoy the forum.
If you haven't done so already you should add your car details to your signature to help others to help you.
If you need help with getting around and using the forum follow this link for some help Forum Help
Good to have you with us.
Enjoy the forum.
If you haven't done so already you should add your car details to your signature to help others to help you.
If you need help with getting around and using the forum follow this link for some help Forum Help
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