Which timing kit is the best to purchase for my 99 Vanden Plas?

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Nov 23, 2025 | 09:39 AM

Ace VDP

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Which timing kit is the best to purchase for my 99 Vanden Plas?

I’m tryna look for any source that will give me some advice regarding a timing kit for my vehicle.

Nov 23, 2025 | 09:41 AM

Ace VDP

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https://jaguartimingkits.com/major-t...r-vanden-plas/

so far the best kit I found is from here

Nov 23, 2025 | 10:47 AM

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The chain guides/blades are the wrong ones for the early AJ27.
People have stated that they work but need to be installed upside down or something like that. I have never used them but they supposedly work.
I use the correct 'old style' guides/blades but they seem to be getting hard to find.