XK8 / XKR ( X100 ) 1996 - 2006

LS3 Conversion 1999 XK8

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Old May 25, 2024 | 05:54 AM
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Just completed my LS3 new crate motor with new 6L80 automatic. Re did all suspension bushings , shocks HR springs new Michelin 255/40/19 285/35/19 . 2.5 over axle exhaust . Car drives and preforms like a brand new car. The help from Andrew ant Jaguar Specialty’s was fantastic. He worked with us thru any issues we had many times on weekends . Fantastic car way better than the car was new with old motor and set up.
 
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Old May 25, 2024 | 09:16 AM
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Not an easy task, glad you are happy with the conversion.
 
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Old May 25, 2024 | 09:38 AM
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It was a lot of work , main issues was a GM problem the wiring harness from factory . We never thought that was the issue but once we figured it out along with Sndrews assistance with GM got new harness and everything worked . I’m very pleased with the car
 
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Old May 25, 2024 | 12:48 PM
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Originally Posted by GTjag
It was a lot of work , main issues was a GM problem the wiring harness from factory . We never thought that was the issue but once we figured it out along with Sndrews assistance with GM got new harness and everything worked . I’m very pleased with the car
Ditto. Wiring took the most time. Pictures or it didn’t happen
 
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Old May 25, 2024 | 03:21 PM
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That is great, did you get the engine right from GM? How many hours and dollars do you think you had in this project?

Let me see if I am close 150 hours and $17k

Not bad for this kind of performance, if I am close
 

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Old May 26, 2024 | 06:07 PM
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I have 7 to & months just working on it when I could. The install went fast the new GM harness was wired backwards spent more time thinking I did something wrong before finally found that. Motor and Transmission were all new from GM. I think all in with suspension, tires rims I’m close to 30k. But it’s basically new car and fun to drive. I am going to change rear end to a 3:54 positive traction I’m looking for one now. Get a little more low end it’s a 3:06 now. Good luck with your project
 
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Old May 29, 2024 | 05:44 PM
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Pictures? It might help us that are considering this type of thing.
 
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