Starting a tensioner replacement job shortly for my '99 XJR.

Before I check the commercial tool providers, I thought I'd just ping the forum to see if anybody who has recently done this job has a leftover set of timing tools that they would lend or rent or sell.

I need the following:
303-530 camshaft setting tool,
303-531 crankshaft setting tool, and
303-532 timing chain tensioning tool.

Thanks,

 

I cut the zip ties when I removed them from my engine, otherwise I would let you borrow them. (lol)
Vector

 

Take a look here, https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/g...20/#post471930 you could be in luck.

 

nice one norri

 

I will be able to lend you the tools to use in March, but you will need to also have a method of removing the crankshaft bolt from the damper as the crankshaft setting tool is not designed for holding the crankshaft in positon whilst the bolt is removed. I suggest you consider using a chain spanner (wrench) that has a handle length of at least 24 inches available from most plumbing supply firms. Otherwise, there are other vendors on the Internet from whom you can purchase/rent the Jaguar crankshaft holding tool.

Should you wish for me to lend you the tools, you will be responsible for all insurance/shipping costs and agree that you are using them at your own risk having the mechanical expertise to use them and return them undamaged.

NBCat

 

Thanks, NBCat. I'll send you a PM to discuss!

Cheers,

 

Go to your local Ford or Lincoln dealer with a couple dozen donuts in hand at around 9:00 AM and ask to see the service manager. The donuts are the key!

Make it clear that you know they don't usually loan out special tools but you are willing to leave a copy of your driver license, a credit card deposit and your firstborn as collateral for the use of the Timing Chain tools needed for a Lincoln LS or Thunderbird. FWIW, I remember the tools are part of a kit that is also used on one of the Explorer engine options.

It worked for me...

It helps if you are a past customer (Service, Parts, or vehicle purchase) because your name and address will be in their computer system. Or if you know anyone that works at the dealership use that too. In my case the father of a girl I dated in High School worked at the dealership. Even though he didn't like me, it gave me a little credibility by dropping his name.

Good luck,

Ken Wolkens