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Feb 2, 2024 | 08:17 PM

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velobard

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Originally Posted by davidladewig

I have a pretty standard set of tools in soft bag with a long 24" 1/4 drive extension and good universal joint. I use one piece lugs with a 13/16 size and a multi size folding lug wrench. I also have an ICarspot reader that only reads Jaguar/Landrover. It is the best reader and reads EVERYTHING, even the cats system.
NOTE: If you still have those two piece lugs, get rid of them. Those are pure junk. You can get one piece chrome plated perfect fit lugs from Amazon for about $30. They work fine and there are lots of other one piece choices. Always use anti seize on the lugs/studs. Oh yes, get a good rechargeable headlamp. It is dark under the Jag hood.

That's a pretty specific tool, may I ask what that 24" extension is for?

BTW, which iCarspot reader model do you have? I recently acquired an Autel AP200 and I'm deciding if it's what I need while I'm still within the return period for Amazon.

Feb 3, 2024 | 11:08 AM

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clubairth1

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I have the small Autel unit. I only use it to reset the service indicator on my 2014 XJ. It's not as good as the Icar unit but it's only $55.
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Feb 5, 2024 | 11:10 AM

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davidladewig

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Originally Posted by velobard

The 4.0 engine and some of the outboard parts have bolts that are difficult to see up close. If you are back a bit, you can SEE them and remove them. Try it. I also have a 36" extension but only for garage work.

My Carspot is a I-930. I got from an Ebay retailer (new and programmed on order) Phone number is 1-570-262-4806 , Portland, OR Ask for Matt. I have had it for 4 years and it works perfectly.