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Hi All, Remember I fitted a couple of Oil Catch Cans a few months back ? Well, I've covered some 400 - 500 miles since fitting. No blue smoke anymore - but are the cans any good and did I need to worry about fitting two of them ? All is revealed in this video. Here is the link to the previous fitting video: ruclips.net/video/M5XuEZ22bPg/видео.html

Hi All, Second part of a multi-episode part sixteen featuring my Jaguar S-Type R and it's climate control system. This video covers both the replacement of the Dual Climate Control Valve (DCCV) and the Remote Climate Control Module (RCCM). I'll be honest and say that the DCCV replacement was not particularly easy due to the lack of space. Other S-Type models should be easier as there is no auxi...

Hi All, First instalment of a multi-episode part sixteen featuring my Jaguar S-Type R and it's climate control system that now blows hot and cold air regardless. This video covers the diagnostic steps followed to troubleshoot where the issues lie. Below I've included some handy links that I read-up on before commencing any troubleshooting steps. I've also included the tools and part(s) used / r...

Hi All, It's set-up and build day at the NEC today in preparation for the three day event starting tomorrow (Fri 8th November 2024). In this video I feature the XJS Club Stand and the cars on display. I stop by the Mequiars Concours Competition area to admire a Jaguar XJS Celebration Convertible and then become mesmerised by a stunning Jaguar 6.0 V12 XJS Coupe that has been subject to a four ye...

Hi All, Over a couple of days or so I have been able to resolve a long standing C.A.T.S (computer aided technology suspension) issue by replacing the module, pairing it to the car and then verifying that the replacement module is performing as expected by taking the car for a test drive, then checking for any error codes. I then moved onto investigating another issue concerning the head light l...

Hi All, This week I received a £12.86 key fob (inc. shipping and taxes) that I ordered from AliExpress. This replaced the one that was broken by an automotive mobile key technician some months back with a proclamation that cheap Chinese key fobs don't work. As a consolation prize, I was left with a paired valet key and a big bill. Determined not to make the same mistake, I decided to use the Ja...

Hi All, Well, this was disappointing: a P0121 fault code following the car going into limp home mode. Symptoms beyond the diagnostic code read comprised display messages of Engine Systems Fault, ASC disabled, Parking Brake disabled and a loss of power with engine rpm being restricted to between 1K rpm and 1.5K rpm with rough engine running. I fired-up the Jaguar SDD / IDS software I have runnin...

Hi All, This time I'm fitting not one but two different oil catch cans to my 2003 Jaguar S-Type R. Why ? Well, on occasion I have noticed a bit of blue smoke on start-up when the car has been sat around for a number of weeks. It could be valve stem seals but I have absolutely no other symptoms to confirm this. The PCV valve was replaced earlier this year but I'm not entirely convinced of the PC...

Hi All, A significant modification for the Jaguar S-Type R: this time a 6% 1.5 PSI supercharger pulley upgrade. The supercharger belt is replaced and I consider then back away from changing the Auxiliary belt (lack of time and access!). Finally, a full test drive shake-down to ensure no issues and to evaluate the performance. Oh, the performance... Parts: - Powerhouse Jaguar S-Type R 4.2 Superc...

Hi All, This video concerns the fitting of the Caldoofy air intake pipe to my 2003 Jaguar S-Type R. This replacement pipe can offer up to 15hp in performance gain and increase the audible experience from the supercharger. I have documented the removal of the standard air intake pipe and the fitment of the new replacement pipe step by step. Finally, I take the car on a short test drive and refle...

Hi All, A short video capturing some of the cars as we battled the weather in the morning. We started out at the Broadway Tower cafe before moving onto Bourton-on-the-water visiting the Cotswold motor and toy museum. Thereafter we headed across to Burford to enjoy lunch at the Cotswold Arms. The weather started to brighten up as we journeyed to Batsford Arboretum before a heavy deluge turned th...

Hi All, Here is an edit of our holiday with Jaguar XJ40 on Shetland. Shetland is an unusual place in that it has a relatively small population comprising 23,000 (as of 2024) meaning that the well-maintained roads are very quiet compared to mainland UK. There are very few trees on Shetland meaning that most of the scenery comprises hills with grassland and heather making for quite spectacular ye...

Hi All, quick overview of the route for our upcoming summer holiday this year with Jaguar XJ40. We are holidaying in Shetland based out of Lerwick for a week or so. Full video (assuming we make it back!) soon.

Hi All, This week I was busy configuring and using the JLR SDD / IDS OBDII diagnostic and configuration software (version v131 that does NOT need a JLR Topix account to use) on a legacy Windows XP virtual machine. The software covers jaguar (and Landrover) cars from 1996 through to 2012. Not just for fun - I had an intermittent issue with the restricted performance light coming on in my 2003 Ja...

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