I have an '89 XJ-S V12, and the radiator hose sprung a leak this morning. Would it be reasonable to cover the leak temporarily with duct tape or a similar high temperature tape? What's the best place online to get a new hose? A lot of what I'm finding is cheap "cut to fit" universal hoses, but I'd prefer to get the right one if it's not ungodly expensive.

 

Although mine is a '94, 4.0L six, a couple of months ago I had a small leak on the top radiator hose. I immediately went shopping on the Web and found this Engel Import place (or Terry's Jaguar?) in Kalamazoo, MI and they had the original replacement for about $30.00, shipped. I didn't know about the place, but they are very professional and caring, I really enjoyed dealing with them. Worth taking a look for your V12 hose.

Cheers,

 

I have purchased from Terry's Jag and they have been wonderful...

 

Shopping on terrys jaguar, anybody know how I can figure out which hose is the right one? It's the one that comes from the radiator on the top driver's side.