The mantra for Jaguar V12 owners is to avoid the engine running lean or overheating. Here is the journey I have been on to continue improving the cars cooling capability. Continue reading “Cooling System Upgrades”
Cooling System Upgrades
Bottom Engine Gasket Replacement
The bottom engine gaskets have been replaced and…..success…..no more leaking!! Continue reading “Bottom Engine Gasket Replacement”
Brakes
The XJ sedans and coupes were released with a disc brake setup that was pretty common for high performance sedans at the time with one large exception. Continue reading “Brakes”
XJ12C For Sale – 2G50721BW
I have been tracking the North American sales of XJ12C’s for a number of years, so I thought I would start to log the sales and some observations about the cars.
Reynolds Museum XJ12C
Yesterday I spent time with a very special pre-production XJ12C that was used for development. Continue reading “Reynolds Museum XJ12C”
General Maintenance: Best Engine Oil
What is the best oil for the Jaguar V12?
Lowering the Front Suspension
To get access to the bottom end gaskets requires either removing the front suspension or pivoting it on the front bolts.
LED Headlights and Fog lights
Look what Santa brought me this year…..LED headlights…..how did he know that’s what I wanted?
Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas from my family to yours…..I hope 2018 brings much happiness with your families….and your cars 🙂
Oil Leaks and Engine Support
A common trope about the Jaguar V12 engine is that it leaks….frequently…and a lot. Well, my experience supports that generally held view.