HI. I owned a 1971 Xj6 series I in 1975. A nightmare, but I loved that thing. SO I am considering buying another to drive daily on a 5 minute commute and around the Pasadena area of CA. Should I take this step, I would like to eliminate as many annoyances as possible and try to make it a more serviceable, reliable transport. Does anyone know if the XK engine can be converted from the dual Strombergs to fuel injection?

 

It could be converted to the Bosch/Lucas D-Jetronic if you want to replace the inlet manifold, fuel pump, wiring loom and other parts. The camshafts may also need to be changed to match the fuel injection system. The cylinder head on the later 4.2 litre engine also has larger inlet valves.

Perhaps it may be far simpler to find a competent Jaguar specialist to work on the car to correct the 'annoyances' as they occur, or just find a Series 3 XJ6 that already has fuel injection.

 

Yes, I think you're right about the series 3. I looked into the 3 and it looks far more likely to suit me. Nostalgia got the better of me. This forum has already been a great help. Thanks NBCat

 

Welcome to the forum nearcolus,

Good to have you with us at Jaguar forums.

It sounds like you are already coming to a more practical solution! Follow this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/xj6-xj12-series-i-ii-iii-16/ to the XJ6 Series I, II & III forum for help, advice and information. The 'HOW TO' thread at the top is a good place to start for info on regular issues.

You can also visit the USA Western Region forum by following this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/western-us-ak-ca-nv-ut-hi-wa-id-38/ to find other members in your region.

Enjoy the forums.

Graham

 

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