February 28th, 2010 |
by daveroche |
published in
Accessories, Exhaust System - Performance, Exhaust System - Standard
The standard XK8 / XKR exhaust system has been criticised for being too quiet, but in practice the quality mild steel system has lasted well in service. However with early cars now over 14 years old, it will be time to consider renewing the exhausts system. Problem is, the cost to replace the standard system [...]
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 [...]
September 22nd, 2009 |
by daveroche |
published in
Exhaust System - Standard
When I purchased my XK8 Jaguar in 2007 then 6 years old, I was tempted to buy one of the latest XK8 / XKR stainless steel exhaust systems thinking serious exhaust corrosion especially in Scotland would be imminent. It’s now September 2009 and the mild steel exhaust looks as sound as ever – when will [...]
