x300 camshaft question

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Dec 22, 2011 | 04:22 PM

RJ237

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x300 camshaft question

I will be looking at a 96 xj6 tomorrow, and I recall some discussion about a cam tie down or strap mod. Was this something to do with the x300, or have I been visiting too many forums?

Dec 22, 2011 | 04:57 PM

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I assume you are thinking of the timing chain tensioner replacement method for the X-308. The X-300 engine suffers no such weakness.

Dec 22, 2011 | 05:34 PM

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Could you be thinking of the "stake down" kit used on the tappet guides on the old 4.2 "XK" engines? If so, that modification doesn't apply to the newer engines.

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Dec 22, 2011 | 05:35 PM

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No, I'm very familiar with that. I tried searching, but I found nothing. I give up, thanks for the help. I'm in Douglasville, maybe we will meet up some day. I plan on buying a xj6 now, then eventually a xk8 also.

Dec 22, 2011 | 07:51 PM

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Yes Doug, that is exactly what I had in mind.

Dec 22, 2011 | 09:04 PM

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If you get either one and need tools or the dealer level software, just get in touch. I've got most of what you will need and a bunch of X-300 spares.