Timing chain tensioners
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1999 XK8, looking for a U.S supplier for a rev 3 tensioner replacement kit that includes bolts and gaskets. I saw a thread awhile back that listed one that sold other combinations that included the guides, but now can't find it ? I don't have the types of tools needed so I'm also looking for a mechanic in the Houston area to install.
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You can use Ford tensioners the info is in this thread https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...-number-63055/ the gaskets vary so pay attention to the info also in that thread.
If you are in Houston you are close to one of the techs members-Brutal.
You could do worse than contact him and see if he is interested.
As a newbie you can't PM him, if I were you I'd get over to the New Members section and post an intro, with luck our admin will happen by soon and upgrade you to full access.
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If you are in Houston you are close to one of the techs members-Brutal.
You could do worse than contact him and see if he is interested.
As a newbie you can't PM him, if I were you I'd get over to the New Members section and post an intro, with luck our admin will happen by soon and upgrade you to full access.
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jaysjag (06-01-2012)
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Welcome to the forum Jay!
The on-line Ford/Lincoln dealers have proved to be the low cost suppliers of tensioners and bolts. Your car, a '99, can use the FelPro gasket set for the '00 Lincoln LS/Ford Thunderbird at half the price of Jaguar labeled parts. Available at any auto parts store for less than $40.
Ford part numbers and lots of other info can be found here:
https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...34/#post330655
Post #4 has the Ford part numbers.
The on-line Ford/Lincoln dealers have proved to be the low cost suppliers of tensioners and bolts. Your car, a '99, can use the FelPro gasket set for the '00 Lincoln LS/Ford Thunderbird at half the price of Jaguar labeled parts. Available at any auto parts store for less than $40.
Ford part numbers and lots of other info can be found here:
https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...34/#post330655
Post #4 has the Ford part numbers.
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jaysjag (06-01-2012)
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The parts marketed by Ford are Jaguar Parts.
In fact, the Parts from Ford will say Jaguar on the Package.
Of course, the FelPro Gasket Set is Aftermarket.
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jaysjag (06-02-2012)
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1999 XK8, looking for a U.S supplier for a rev 3 tensioner replacement kit that includes bolts and gaskets. I saw a thread awhile back that listed one that sold other combinations that included the guides, but now can't find it ? I don't have the types of tools needed so I'm also looking for a mechanic in the Houston area to install.
Although they don't broadcast it, they are very good with Jags.
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I have sent a PM so stand by and see what happens.
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