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I was thinking it would be nice to have a separate tool kit just for my XJ8, and possibly one I could bring along with me in case of need- Here is what I can come up with off the top of my head:
ratchet and extention(s) recommend 2 short one medium
Wobble extension (short)
Small spark plug socket
19mm socket/wrench
18mm socket/wrench
17mm socket/wrench
14mm socket/wrench
13mm Socket/wrench
10mm socket/wrench
8mm socket/wrench
Flat and phillips screwdriver Medium size
Torx 25/45
Please add to the list as you see fit!
ratchet and extention(s) recommend 2 short one medium
Wobble extension (short)
Small spark plug socket
19mm socket/wrench
18mm socket/wrench
17mm socket/wrench
14mm socket/wrench
13mm Socket/wrench
10mm socket/wrench
8mm socket/wrench
Flat and phillips screwdriver Medium size
Torx 25/45
Please add to the list as you see fit!
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I used to carry a toolkit in my cars way, way back. It ended up that I never used it and was carrying extra weight around so now I only carry rubber gloves, jumper cables, spare gas and my AAA card.
I once read how much fuel it cost the airlines to carry a can of soda around for a year and it was some crazy high amount. It does add up, and I'm removing as much stuff from my car as I can.
It might not seem like much to remove the rear headrests, the CD player in the trunk and light items like that, but even a land yacht car drives differently with a passenger as opposed to without, so if I can ditch 150 lbs of stuff I don't need it would be like not having a passenger.
I haven't changed a spare tire in 20 years and really question if it's worth it to carry a spare tire and jack. If I have a flat I'm phoning AAA. Those items weigh a lot. The spare tire is insane heavy. I'm guessing I could knock 200 lbs off of my car.
If it's significant I could get the car reweighed and pay less for my vehicle registration.
dsnyder586 (Dee Snider?) the pic of your car looks like you have a hood scoop... my first thought was that it was Texas style - an actual mailbox with the flag still on it. That would be nice on a Jag.
I once read how much fuel it cost the airlines to carry a can of soda around for a year and it was some crazy high amount. It does add up, and I'm removing as much stuff from my car as I can.
It might not seem like much to remove the rear headrests, the CD player in the trunk and light items like that, but even a land yacht car drives differently with a passenger as opposed to without, so if I can ditch 150 lbs of stuff I don't need it would be like not having a passenger.
I haven't changed a spare tire in 20 years and really question if it's worth it to carry a spare tire and jack. If I have a flat I'm phoning AAA. Those items weigh a lot. The spare tire is insane heavy. I'm guessing I could knock 200 lbs off of my car.
If it's significant I could get the car reweighed and pay less for my vehicle registration.
dsnyder586 (Dee Snider?) the pic of your car looks like you have a hood scoop... my first thought was that it was Texas style - an actual mailbox with the flag still on it. That would be nice on a Jag.
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Ian, I agree it's pointless hauling a kit around, but when helping another brother with an XJ it's a go-to item. My XJ8 kit weighs in around 40lbs, that's packlunch to some people, and barring engine swaps it'll tackle most jobs. It stays at home on a Snap-On tool waiter.
What I would suggest is a proper wheel nut extending wrench, every XJ8 I've seen their's is bend at the neck, like it's been fabricated from liquorice. I bought one that fits perfectly where the original went, Teng Tools, about £25. I know I'll be able to change a tire if caught, not swear and curse at Jaguar for supplying the car with a crap tool...
What I would suggest is a proper wheel nut extending wrench, every XJ8 I've seen their's is bend at the neck, like it's been fabricated from liquorice. I bought one that fits perfectly where the original went, Teng Tools, about £25. I know I'll be able to change a tire if caught, not swear and curse at Jaguar for supplying the car with a crap tool...
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What I would suggest is a proper wheel nut extending wrench, every XJ8 I've seen their's is bend at the neck, like it's been fabricated from liquorice. I bought one that fits perfectly where the original went, Teng Tools, about £25. I know I'll be able to change a tire if caught, not swear and curse at Jaguar for supplying the car with a crap tool...
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What I would suggest is a proper wheel nut extending wrench, every XJ8 I've seen their's is bend at the neck, like it's been fabricated from liquorice. I bought one that fits perfectly where the original went, Teng Tools, about £25. I know I'll be able to change a tire if caught, not swear and curse at Jaguar for supplying the car with a crap tool...![Wink](https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/images/smilies/wink.gif)
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