1999 XK8 Convertible. After advice in the forum that the ride height was affecting the camber and therefore causing some wear on the inside of the passenger front tire I decided to replace the springs. The height from the middle of the wheel to the fender lip of the car was 14.5 driver side and 15.0 passenger side. I only had 63,000 miles on the car but it was 21 years old. After installing new springs, lower ball joints, new Bilsteins and new shock mounts the ride height was raised to 16" driver side and 16.5" passenger side. So, the height was raised but it is still 1/2" higher on the passenger side and somewhat higher than the 15.74" that previous forum threads gave as the spec. I expect the height over the 15.74" to settle with some use but can anyone shed any light on what would maintain the 1/2" difference? (the car has never been in a wreck).

 

Welcome to the forums shayden99,

I've copied your question to XK8/XKR forum for advice from members with the same model. Here's the direct link to it:
https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...ferent-238225/

You've clearly already found your way to the main XK8/XKR forum so there's no need for a link to it from me. The 'HOW TO' thread at the top is a good place to start for information on regular issues. You can also use the US Southern Midwest Region forum by following this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/u...rn-midwest-67/ to find other members in your region.

I've added vehicle details to your Signature to help others to give relevant advice. If you wan to change these, 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

 

Welcome aboard.

 

Welcome to the Forums.

 

Welcome to the forums.

 

welcome to the forum - enjoy!!!!

 

Welcome to Jaguar Forums shayden99,

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.
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