I've allowed proper judgement to lapse. *Updated for good news*

"RickyD" (RickyD) 08/05/2014 at 14:30 • Filed to: None

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I have always been a cat person though.
99 XK8 w/ 111k miles for $3350
Needs throttle body, crank sensor, coil pack, and hydraulic lines for top.
Oh god what have I done to my wallet.

Reset the codes and let it go through its learning program. 20 miles later there was no problem. Convertible top is still broken, but the engine sings.
It should also be stated that I have an 89 944S2 in my backyard already.

Nerd-Vol > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 14:32

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Congrats on the purchase and diminished quality of life!

banjo cat ghost of oppo past > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 14:35

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s..so, you bought it? The work sounds doable. A gf's friend in highschool had a green one she would molest up n down the fingerlakes/ Skaneateles with the top down we had a blast...the top works, right?

505Turbeaux > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 14:37

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sweet, hopefully that is all it needs, damn

RickyD > banjo cat ghost of oppo past 08/05/2014 at 14:37

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The top does not currently function...

norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback > banjo cat ghost of oppo past 08/05/2014 at 14:38

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The Finger Lakes are fucking BEAUTIFUL. Just one if the reasons the drive to the Glen is enjoyable. Going down 414 to Sampson tomorrow.

Mr. Ontop, No Strokes, No Smokes...Goes Fast. > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 14:39

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Congrats. You have taken a step into madness that I have thus far managed to avoid. I know that someday, I will no longer be able to put caution in front of action. Have fun!

Milky > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 14:40

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Looks soooo got damn pretty though …..

PS9 > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 14:42

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This. This is what you've done to your wallet, and all your future disposable income.

RickyD > Mr. Ontop, No Strokes, No Smokes...Goes Fast. 08/05/2014 at 14:42

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I have a history of poor life decisions.

RickyD > Milky 08/05/2014 at 14:43

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I consider it a rescue animal.

RickyD > 505Turbeaux 08/05/2014 at 14:44

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It needs a couple trim pieces here and there that are worn. Some upholstery to be done. Exhaust/Intake, suspension, brakes, and all the good stuff later I'm sure.

RickyD > PS9 08/05/2014 at 14:46

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I have a Jaguar wrecking yard in my city, I'm not too worried. I plan to do all labor myself.

Milky > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 14:47

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Haha!

Makoyouidiot > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 14:47

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You are a certified awesome person.

505Turbeaux > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 14:47

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is it bought? Also check those wheel bearings out good. Dealer cost to replace is $700. I can do one in an hour and have the $140 tool to screw them out of there if you need to borrow it in the future

banjo cat ghost of oppo past > norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback 08/05/2014 at 14:58

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Yeap s'why its so hard to leave the area. All the b roads surrounding the lakes are almost as good as the track. Sampson is a great camping spot too. Checkout two goats brewery and that cool volvo yard along the way while you're at it.

banjo cat ghost of oppo past > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 14:59

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thatsokay! that's oookay you just have more to be proud of when you fix it all

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 15:01

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I always wanted an first-gen XK8/XKR. It's one of the most beautiful cars of the last 20 years, and your wallet may not be that bad off, as it is a future classic.

RickyD > 505Turbeaux 08/05/2014 at 15:05

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I think it might be cheaper to replace the entire hub. I manage a dealership so my parts rates are extremely low. I'm located in CA, you anywhere close?

norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback > banjo cat ghost of oppo past 08/05/2014 at 15:05

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The place in Geneva? I want to but probably don't have time. I live in Oswego on lake Ontario. I'm going down for NASCAR this weekend. Want to watch the race but don't want to deal with people. That's why the Sports car races are more fun to go to.

RickyD > Makoyouidiot 08/05/2014 at 15:06

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Stupid, and awesome :D

RickyD > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 08/05/2014 at 15:07

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Unfortunately this example is not the XKR post update, so I'm not sure how well it will fare in future depreciation.

505Turbeaux > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 15:10

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way far away, Maine. I have a couple of entire hubs as well lying around. Because I NEVER have had to do one before :)

Lime - Light > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 15:12

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I'm insane. I've always wanted to buy a base XK with blown motor/trans and swap in an LS1/T56, strip it and auto-x with. It would be classy as fuck.

GeorgeyBoy > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 15:23

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These don't suffer from plastic tensioners as in the Stype do they? No cop?

banjo cat ghost of oppo past > norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback 08/05/2014 at 15:33

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yeap the whole area certainly gets busy around that weekend, the Vintage GP is almost as crowded but that's my jam. Two Goats brewery and the volvo yard are technically in Burdett on the same stretch of 414 along East Seneca lake wine trail, much closer to Watkins Glen itself I'd say its worth it to take that way into town if'n you're at Sampson anyhow

NotUnlessRoundIsFunny > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 15:34

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It should also be stated that I have an 89 944S2 in my backyard already.

As a recovering 928 owner myself, I'd say you are emotionally prepared for whatever comes.

Sn210 > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 15:40

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awesome! Keep us posted so we can see how scary these cars really are

norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback > banjo cat ghost of oppo past 08/05/2014 at 15:47

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We're going into town Thursday but we don't really have plans yet. I'll see if we'll have time to stop there. You going to the Vintage cup? I've gone to that race pretty much my entire life. I love the Glen. The Vintage Cup is amazing and seeing all those cars.. Just wow

kanadanmajava1 > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 16:03

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Wow, that's cheap! Cheapest convertible XK8 in my country is $24,000 ('00).

Coil packs and crank sensors can go bad but how is the throttle body damaged? I know that they can can dirty and have jamming problems but is it really mechanically bad?

Saracen > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 16:05

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944S2 pics plz

2222222222212 > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 16:16

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At least its currently up.

NP, even with the problems. Non of them seem to require tearing too far into mechanicals, so you're probably good to go. We'll see!

treesmakewater > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 16:53

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ao you are telling me that the 944s2 will be for sale shortly?

RickyD > 2222222222212 08/05/2014 at 17:18

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The top is hopefully not the pump itself, but just the lines. Not looking forward to paying for the pump. I intend to drive it for a bit and flip it later.

RickyD > Saracen 08/05/2014 at 17:19

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Lol, I will have to cut the grass when I get home that is around it. It is pretending to be a velociraptor.

RickyD > kanadanmajava1 08/05/2014 at 17:20

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Throttle position sensor is bad, and it is not made to be replaced individually. I am going to try a hard reset of the computer and sensor to see if that helps it.

RickyD > GeorgeyBoy 08/05/2014 at 18:39

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This one has original chain tensioner :(

RickyD > treesmakewater 08/05/2014 at 18:40

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944S2 needs a bit of seam-foam and a new transaxle.

GeorgeyBoy > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 18:47

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120k miles seems to be the problem point. They seem to skip a tooth before destroying your valves. Hopefully you will have some warning.

treesmakewater > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 19:10

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So you are selling it? :D

Seafoam is so useful

RedPir8Roberts > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 20:25

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There are "how to" replace threads including pictures of how to redo the hydraulic lines on the Jagforums site. It involves taking apart the entire interior, seats, kick panels, the works. The failure is due to a design defect that was never fixed, though some enthusiasts on that site have also come up with a pressure relief system you could install that might cure it. Or, you could do what I did when it failed, and do the "manual latch conversion" (again, on the site) and plug up the lines that go to the latch, the top (after you refill the reservoir and assuming the motor isn't fried) will go up and down using the hydraulics, and you just have to use the supplied Allen wrench in the header to latch /unlatch. Costs about $26.00 (or less) for the block-off compression nut and fluid. If you are keeping the car, do or have the upper chain tensioner done. There often is no warning, and it will destroy the motor most of the time. I had mine done at a Jag specialist for about a grand. Good luck!

Oglesauto > RickyD 08/05/2014 at 21:34

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Being a Used Car Dealer, I see these cars extremely cheap at auctions, and I am always tempted. Congrats on the purchase. Good luck with the top.

kanadanmajava1 > RickyD 08/06/2014 at 02:52

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Quite annoying. I checked and found some loose sensors from eBay. I haven't seen so expensive TPS so far.

RickyD > Oglesauto 08/06/2014 at 06:55

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I manage a car lot and picked this up in a wholesale auction. Where are you from?

RickyD > treesmakewater 08/06/2014 at 06:56

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I would rather not sell it, I haven't been able to enjoy it yet lol.

RickyD > GeorgeyBoy 08/06/2014 at 06:57

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Don't anticipate having it more thank 5k miles.

treesmakewater > RickyD 08/06/2014 at 09:24

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It was worth a shot. All of the 944s in a tristate area are early 944's, 1985.5's and 944s'. At least I h options if I settle.

RickyD > 505Turbeaux 08/06/2014 at 15:57

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How does your Jag like the snow?

RickyD > treesmakewater 08/06/2014 at 15:58

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Well if I fixed it up well enough to drive across country, I will give you first dibs.

505Turbeaux > RickyD 08/06/2014 at 16:01

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I haven't had one for a few years, but my last XJ8 I ran with snow tires on and it was just fine!

treesmakewater > RickyD 08/06/2014 at 16:02

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as long as I don't go insane and put a 6 speed in my current car by then XD