The definitive source for Jaguar XK8 and XKR parts and accessories
April 6th, 2010 | by daveroche | published in Engines, JaguarPartsDB News
A lot has been written about the early Jaguar XK8 Engines and the problems with Nikasil bores which affected some cars causing degradation of the bores and then loss of compression. This would eventually result in engine failure.
Consequently, many XK8 / XKR early engines have been replaced. The steel lined bores of the post 2000 [...]
February 9th, 2010 | by daveroche | published in Front Suspension / Wheels, JaguarPartsDB News, Troubleshooting
The front suspension of an XK8 / XKR is prone to a number of problems. We have already discussed in a previous post that wheel bearings are subject to early wear at around 30K miles. If there is play in the suspension, then this can be attributable to worn bushes. One problem that may arise [...]
January 31st, 2010 | by daveroche | published in Exhaust System - Standard, JaguarPartsDB News
As mentioned in previous posts, the standard XK8 / XKR Exhaust system in mild steel has proven to be very robust in service with many systems lasting for over 10 years or more. Once a corrosion problem appears with the system, usually starting with the rear silencer boxes, many owners opt to replace the exhausts [...]
January 15th, 2010 | by daveroche | published in JaguarPartsDB News
Introducing our associate website – JaguarPartsDB.com developed by leading Ecommerce design and development provider, Imajica Ltd. JaguarPartsDB.com has been designed for XK8 / XKR enthusiasts to allow them to quickly locate the part(s) they need from high quality parts diagrams. Says Dave Roche – Director of www.xk8-parts.com and www.jaguarpartsdb.com, “it’s much better to confirm [...]
