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Hi, I’m glad to be back on the Jaguar family after 35 years. My first Jag was a primrose yellow E type convertible that I purchased in 1982 and used as a daily driver. It proved to be a reasonably reliable car with only major expense being a complete stainless exhaust system. Between 1970 and 2000 I had several other British cars including 2 MG’s and my fathers XJ.
I’ve had my eyes on XK8’s for some time and finally bought one at BaT auction a few weeks ago. 2006 Pacific Blue/ Ivory convertible with 18,000 miles and one owner. The car is like new! I recently took it to the mechanic that serviced my XKE way back when and had a thorough inspection which turned up 2 things. Front tires, although barely worn, were original and leak in hydraulic fluid above console at top latch. I am aware of gamed green shower and will eventually get it repaired but what can I do in the meantime to mitigate any damage to beautiful interior? Funny thing is they had a video of top operating on website. Everything else checked out. Mechanic put it up on the rack and said it was the cleanest example he’s ever seen. Should I keep pump in trunk open or closed? Can I operate top manually occasionally? I’m not advanced enough to replace hoses myself. Help!!
I’ve had my eyes on XK8’s for some time and finally bought one at BaT auction a few weeks ago. 2006 Pacific Blue/ Ivory convertible with 18,000 miles and one owner. The car is like new! I recently took it to the mechanic that serviced my XKE way back when and had a thorough inspection which turned up 2 things. Front tires, although barely worn, were original and leak in hydraulic fluid above console at top latch. I am aware of gamed green shower and will eventually get it repaired but what can I do in the meantime to mitigate any damage to beautiful interior? Funny thing is they had a video of top operating on website. Everything else checked out. Mechanic put it up on the rack and said it was the cleanest example he’s ever seen. Should I keep pump in trunk open or closed? Can I operate top manually occasionally? I’m not advanced enough to replace hoses myself. Help!!
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Welcome to the forums KiawahJoe,
A rare find with that provenance.
Follow this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/xk8-xkr-x100-17/ to the XK8/XKR forum for help, advice and information. The 'HOW TO' thread at the top is a good place to start for information on regular issues. You can also use the US Northeast Region forum by following this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/us-northeast-35/ to find other members in your region.
Please read the guidance for new members ( https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/n...ned-up-241802/ ) which answers many of the most frequent questions about getting started.
Enjoy the forums.
Graham
A rare find with that provenance.
Follow this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/xk8-xkr-x100-17/ to the XK8/XKR forum for help, advice and information. The 'HOW TO' thread at the top is a good place to start for information on regular issues. You can also use the US Northeast Region forum by following this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/us-northeast-35/ to find other members in your region.
Please read the guidance for new members ( https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/n...ned-up-241802/ ) which answers many of the most frequent questions about getting started.
Enjoy the forums.
Graham
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Welcome to Jaguar Forums Joe,
Good to have you with us.
Check out this thread for a manual latch conversion until you can replace the hoses. https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...ration-269473/
Enjoy the forum.
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Good to have you with us.
Check out this thread for a manual latch conversion until you can replace the hoses. https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...ration-269473/
Enjoy the forum.
If you haven't done so already you should add your car details to your signature to help others to help you.
If you need help with getting around and using the forum follow this link for some help Forum Help
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