I am wondering if anyone can tell me if there is any difference in the timing chain cover on a 1999 XK8 versu XKR. My has some damage. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

XKRBurra

 

Welcome to the forum Burra,

(I've moved you tech question from General Tech Help section to the XK8/XKR section.)

You'll get the full answer here but I think on your MY the main consideration is VVT or non VVT rather than NA or SC.

When you get a minute, please follow this link New Member Area - Intro a MUST - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the New Member Area - Intro a MUST section and post some info about yourself and your vehicle for all members to see. In return you'll get a proper welcome and some useful advice on posting to the forum.

Graham

 

The 1997-1998 XK8s have a Front Cover mounted VVT Connection.

The 1999-2002 XK8s do NOT have the Front Cover mounted VVT Connection.

All XKRs do NOT have any VVT Connections.

However, your 1999 XKR has a AJ26 Engine. The 1999-2002 XK8s have a AJ27 Engine. The Front Covers may not be the same. This may mean that there is no compatible XK8 Cover. (you may need a AJ26 only Cover without the VVT Connections).

 

Gents,
Thank you for the reply to my post it is much appreciated.