1983 XJS v12 to Cummins build
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This made me howl Doesn't sound like what you're doing is much of an improvement! Kudos for having the testicular fortitude to attempt it though - keep the pics coming. This is going to be one legendary XJS.
@89 Jacobra - is there a website with engine and engine bay dimensions? I've been entertaining the idea of an XJS lump, but with another V12.
@89 Jacobra - is there a website with engine and engine bay dimensions? I've been entertaining the idea of an XJS lump, but with another V12.
89 Jacobra
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Flint Ironstag (08-19-2017)
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im going to do my best to keep it stock looking, hopefully valve covers won't be coming up through the hood. If not, im possibly going to make my own hood from some sheet metal and ***** because i can't bring myself to chopsaw the nice hood that came with it.
Maybe a small cowl like some muscle cars have?
Maybe a small cowl like some muscle cars have?
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Flint Ironstag (08-19-2017)
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This made me howl Doesn't sound like what you're doing is much of an improvement! Kudos for having the testicular fortitude to attempt it though - keep the pics coming. This is going to be one legendary XJS.
@89 Jacobra - is there a website with engine and engine bay dimensions? I've been entertaining the idea of an XJS lump, but with another V12.
@89 Jacobra - is there a website with engine and engine bay dimensions? I've been entertaining the idea of an XJS lump, but with another V12.
I never found a website detailing engine "Bay" dimensions. The engines dimensions I got off the web under images, for a specific given motor, IE. 350 chevy etc. If you need the engine bay dimension on the XJS just say so, and I'll measure mine, as I pulled the block out to work on the oil pan. Let me know what dimensions you want and I'll break out the measuring tape.
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Flint Ironstag (08-19-2017)
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I never found a website detailing engine "Bay" dimensions. The engines dimensions I got off the web under images, for a specific given motor, IE. 350 chevy etc. If you need the engine bay dimension on the XJS just say so, and I'll measure mine, as I pulled the block out to work on the oil pan. Let me know what dimensions you want and I'll break out the measuring tape.
I really wouldn't even know what to ask you to measure - maybe if other folks could use this basic knowledge we could start another thread?
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like someone here has said, YANK the old engine out , and dangle the replacement engine in the engine bay, then sit down with a light and start making notes of what is in the way!
making note of your engine mounts, what ever else is in the way of setting it down!
then comes to your personal logic and your ablity.
remember anything can be done , with enough imagination!
making note of your engine mounts, what ever else is in the way of setting it down!
then comes to your personal logic and your ablity.
remember anything can be done , with enough imagination!
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Flint Ironstag (09-02-2017)
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I saw a piece on TV involving the Cummins 6. Hauk "something or another.
But, that "install" was in 50's ****** 4x4 pickup. Engine bay restrictions only a minor thing.
The intake to the "turbo" stood quite tall, creating a plumbing problem.
The shop gal used the CNC to create a "low" ptofile intake.
Point. Jaguar application seems to need a similar intake "solution".
Carl
But, that "install" was in 50's ****** 4x4 pickup. Engine bay restrictions only a minor thing.
The intake to the "turbo" stood quite tall, creating a plumbing problem.
The shop gal used the CNC to create a "low" ptofile intake.
Point. Jaguar application seems to need a similar intake "solution".
Carl
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I don;t know weights or dimensions but, just at a glance, a Detroit Diesel V6 seems like it might fit better. There used to be a lot of pretty cheap ones out there, they were commonly used in buses and other industrial equipment. Not as modern as your Cummins though.
It's an interesting project, hope it works out for you!
It's an interesting project, hope it works out for you!
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You're right Daim - just looked up the sizes - length and width might work but height almost 4 feet and weight almost 2000 lbs I think rule that out as a simple drop in replacement. I never had a full side view of one before, doesn't look that big from the top. Of course being in a big machine probably makes the engine look smaller.
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Hey Pud If it weren't for the fact you are in Jersey. I'd swap you for mine. it's black and has one or 2 small singe spots from the engine fire. It's really quite minor. I'm figuring to add some type of hood scoop to it anyway. So not to worried about cutting it up. Maybe a 71 Mustang Mach1 Style double scoop hood I'm thinking??? 89 Jacobra
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I am doing an XJS god dammit!
Update! got the engine minorly disassembled, got all unnecessary parts removed.
Got the trans! got the starter/adapter/slip yoke/flywheel! once i get it running i'll just need a drive shaft and tires!!
Aww yiss!
And the KDP is still in the block. Gotta fix that. Then get 'er in the car.
imma make my own motor mounts. Im using the OEM v12 motor bushings due to beefiness but fabricating my own mounts as well.
Going to be the dopest jaguar in new jersey.
Update! got the engine minorly disassembled, got all unnecessary parts removed.
Got the trans! got the starter/adapter/slip yoke/flywheel! once i get it running i'll just need a drive shaft and tires!!
Aww yiss!
And the KDP is still in the block. Gotta fix that. Then get 'er in the car.
imma make my own motor mounts. Im using the OEM v12 motor bushings due to beefiness but fabricating my own mounts as well.
Going to be the dopest jaguar in new jersey.
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ronbros (09-02-2017)