While there are some references to the jaguar v8 conversion application, the vast majority of the information in this manual is valid for use in any 12volt negative ground automotive application. Autotrader has 1 jaguar xk8s for sale, including a used 1999 jaguar xk8, a used 1999 jaguar xk8 convertible, and a used 2000 jaguar xk8 convertible. Jaguar 5 speeds conversions for etype, xk cars and mark ii. If you dont know the jaguar xk part number, use the vehicle selector below the search bar to filter your results to only parts that fit your jaguar xk. X308 with manual transmission conversion page 1 jaguar.
Our xk8 lsx conversion kit for 9702 xk8 includes the following. Mar 03, 2015 this is a beautiful 1997 xk8 with a ls1 out of a 2000 corvette. This online proclamation jaguar xk8 manual conversion can. Complete systems will come with pedals, hydraulic linkage, bell, clutch, flywheel, transmission. Converting the english engine and transmission to made in america power provides you with reliable, low maintenance motoring at an affordable price. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. We replace other parts such as valve guides and tappets as needed. Xk8 ls1 6speed t56 manual transmission conversion by jaguar specialties, part 3 this video gives you an idea of what its like to drive the ls1 6 speed manual transmission xk8. This is a beautiful 1997 xk8 with a ls1 out of a 2000 corvette. See also see vehicle information for detailed information of the jaguar xk8. Kit is developed to replace the borgwarner and general motors three or fourspeed automatics supplied in the 19751996 xjs v12. The getrag was used by jaguar from the late xj6 series 3 and future models. Search from 178 jaguar xk cars for sale, including a used 2009 jaguar xk coupe, a used 2010 jaguar xk r, and a used 2010 jaguar xk r convertible. Introduced in geneva motor show, the first car from this series, the xk8, replaced the xjs.
Jaguar 5 speeds conversions for etype, xk cars and mark. Ls1 engine, 4l65 rebuilt transmission and jaguar xk8 conversion kit. This is nice feature in case you ever want to return your jag to factory specs. If so, what modelsyears would you recommend and what is the approximate price for. I chose to use dynamat from xk s unlimited to alleviate this problem. With our conversion kit, you can use the chevy motor and automatic transmission of your choice to create your dream jaguar. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Is there any way to convert 1990s jag convertibles from an automatic transmission to manual. We replace all bearings, timing chains, pistons, rings, valves, valve springs, cam bearings, chain guides and tesioners. For more information on how we collect and use this information. Jaguar quarterbreed conversion put gm t350 or t700 4l60 transmission in your jaguar xj6 motor with a johns cars quaterbreed conversion kit. Today, more than two years on from the last old xkr leaving the production line, elite and performance jags, based in derby, believes that there is still a demand for a manual gearbox conversion for the xk8 and xkr so its gone ahead and developed one. Xk xj manual 5 speed gearbox conversion for sale a full set of components to convert existing manual xk xj oe manual car to a modern 5 speed set up with an overdrive 5th, all parts including rebuilt gearbox with gstick position to suit the installation, propshaft not included.
When you need a part for your jaguar e type we are the people you will want helping you. This video gives you an idea of what its like to drive the ls1 6 speed manual transmission xk8. Terrys jaguar parts since 1976, terrys jaguar has been in the business of supplying a wide range of parts for jaguars everything from xk120, xk140, xk150 and all xke etype parts models right through to the latest jaguars on the road. In 1998, the xkr was introduced with a supercharged version of the engine. The jaguar xk8 project code x100 is a grand tourer car that was launched by jaguar cars in 1996, and was the first generation of a new xk series. The purchase price of this manual will be credited to any suncoast conversions v8 conversion kit purchased at a future date.
Jaguar xk8 ls1 6speed t56 manual transmission conversion by jaguar specialties, part 1 this video is part 1 and gives you the engine. The driven man has been building xjs 5 and 6speed conversions for a long time, and more recently has had great luck with our etype conversion. We have available t5 conversion kits available for mk2s and etypes with no body modifications required. Unfortunately, jaguar is just as notorious for the gremlins exported with their cars. A manual swap turned this v12 jaguar into a real performance car. However, one key element of that sporty heritage was missing a manual transmission. Complete systems will come with pedals, hydraulic linkage, bell, clutch, flywheel, transmission and everything else necessary to put it in the car. Keep jaguar bellhousing, flywheel and starter together. Jaguar xk8 fail safe p0121 code intermittent how i. It didnt take much work to transform this jaga manual transmission unlocks more performance from its 5. Three generations of this car have been introduced so far and there. Conversion is warranted for 90 days, which is the warranty carried by tremec. Everything operates pretty much like any manual shift car.
Everything is cleaned, detailed, plated, polished or painted as. Our xk8lsx conversion kit for 9702 xk8 includes the following. Feb 19, 2016 this video gives you an idea of what its like to drive the ls1 6 speed manual transmission xk8. Transmission mount adaptor ls transmission to jaguar chassis. Complete jt5 kits to convert etype, xk120, xk140, xk150 and mark ii. Xk8 lsx 6 speed manual transmission conversion jaguar. The xk was introduced at the geneva motor show in march 1996 and was discontinued in july 2014. The result is that the t5 is noisier than the jaguar transmission. We adjust the valves and balance all rotating parts. When i did my original jt5 swap, my everyday car was an 88 supra, with the perfect w58 transmission. Engine mount adaptors ls engine to jaguar chassis transmission mount adaptor ls transmission to jaguar chassis shifter package jaguar shifter to gm transmission. This kit converts an automatic pedal box to manual. Terrys jag jaguar parts, jaguar accessories all jaguars. Where it all began, the chevy v8 conversion for the classic xj sedan and all xjs.
Jaguar xk140 and xk150 5 speed jt5 transmission kit. Jaguar is world renowned for the beauty, comfort and luxury of their cars. One of the cookies we use is essential for parts of the site to work and has already been sent. Jaguar 5 speed conversions for etype, xk cars and mark ii sedan. Our boltin jaguar v8 conversion kits are basically an engine and transmission mounting package with additional components that allow for the reuse of the stock jaguar shifter mechanism in conjunction with the replacement gm transmission. This video is part 1 and gives you the engine compartment view of this fantastic conversion. We supply a complete nut and bolt package to convert to manual. Regular customer and its great to be able to find a good range of parts for our stag and tr5.
Weve been building the jaguar etype 5 speed longer than anyone else. If you are in need of a new or rebuilt transmission for your jaguar, consider a remanufactured transmission instead. Since these cars have no crossmember mount the conversion becomes very simple. I apologize to xk divination for offending his delicate sensibilities or possibly trangressing an unwritten jaguar law with my apparently blasphemous post. Xk8 ls1 6 speed manual transmission project update, january, 2014.
Jaguar xk8 ls1 6speed t56 manual transmission conversion by. This is an very easy means to specifically get lead by online. Jaguar s newest highperformance model has 550 horsepower, 8 cylinders, and zero regard for feelgood buzzwords like sustainability and ecofriendly. When the new xk8 was introduced in 1997, the car caused quite a stir, and included many design elements reminiscent of the xke of the 60s and 70s.
Our xk8lsx conversion kit for 9702 xk8 includes the following transmission mount adaptor. Jaguar xk parts genuine and oem jaguar xk parts catalog. Forum members 2016 jaguar ftype is switching lanes and seeking a. Read pdf jaguar xkr manual conversion jaguar xkr manual conversion jaguar xkr manual conversion jaguar specialties designs, manufactures, and sells chevy v8 conversion kits and conversion parts for jaguar xj6, xjs, xj8, xjr, xk8, and xkr models. Jaguar conversions, swaps, parts, spares, service and advice for your xj6, xj12, xjs, etype and mark from johns cars in dallas. I am serious about converting, this is not a troll post. Complete systems will come with pedals, hydraulic linkage, bell, clutch, flywheel, transmission and everything else necessary to put it.
Every manual available online found by our community and shared for free. Purchase used jaguar custom chevy conversion v8 lt4 5. Jaguar xk8 manual conversion getting the books jaguar xk8 manual conversion now is not type of inspiring means. One of the guys at predator performance has a 69 etype with a 0. This means when installed in your x type, xj40, xj6, xj8, xk8, or any other jaguar you might drive, you can expect like factory new performance. Jaguar specialties designs, manufactures, and sells chevy v8 conversion kits and conversion parts for jaguar xj6, xjs, xj8, xjr, xk8, and xkr models. All kits are bolt in and require no drilling or welding. This was a local one owner, 97k original miles car with a skipped timing chain that trashed the engine. The pieces we include in our kits are basically the items that someone. The jaguar s cast iron gearbox case absorbs gear noise much better than the t5s aluminum one. February 2008 55 shifting times jaguar never built a production xk8 with a manual gearbox, but elite and performance jags believes there is a market out there for a conversion and its very close to finishing the. We are looking at putting a manual 6speed conversion together for the xk8 and xkr, but we need to gauge interest. We offer adapter plates, parts and conversion kits to install a standard shift transmission in your jaguar. With over,000 on the 972003 jaguar motor, it seemed very prudent to swap this tired motor and transmission for a late model general motors ls1 powertrain from a 2002 pontiac firebird.
We have 156 jaguar xk vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 22 1owner cars, and 4 personal use cars. A bellhousing from an xk, a starter from a mark 2 and a flywheel from a 4. An xk8 with lsx power and a manual transmission is real kits are now available this has been a fun side project for us, working on and off for the last 2 years. Simply performance has been supplying v12 5 speed manual conversions for over 10 years. There are three ways to find the exact jaguar xk parts youre looking for on. Tremco tko 500 5speed conversion kit for jaguar xjs 375250. This kit can also be used to convert from 4 speed manual to 5 speed manual. You can see the jaguar specialties kit on their site. At least with a manual transmission it will be easier to push start when the electronics do their routine vanishing. It is possible to take the overdrive unit from a mark x and bolt it up to the jaguar 4, but i believed that this requires modification of the floor pan, which i was unwilling to do. This transmission in stock form can handle 385 ft lbs of torque. Jaguar xk8 transmission torque converter best transmission. Ls1 engine, 4l65 rebuilt transmission and jaguar xk8. Xk8 lsx 6 speed manual transmission conversion our prototype has been up and running for several years now and is fabulous.
The xk8 was available in twodoor coupe or twodoor convertible body styles with the new 4. This high performance combination makes the car extremely rare in the world of jaguar chevy conversions. With four gear sets to choose from, no differential gear change required for any model year. Im considering a convertible in the jaguar has always caught my eye, what a stunning line. Jaguar xk8 ls1 6speed t56 manual transmission conversion by jaguar specialties, part 3. An adapter plate is used, which allows the jt5 to bolt up to your stock bellhousing. He makes conversion bell housings, which allow toyota 5 speeds to bolt up to xk and v12 jaguar engines. Certified transmission products are remanufactured with only the best oem quality parts. The car is also desirable because it is a 1986 xj6 body with a 1973 xj12 chassis and vin number. The contemporaneous xk8 xkr has seen a few attempts to fit a manual gearbox elite and performance jag in drby did one and normand, on here has also managed it.
The swap was completed using a kit from jaguar specialties. First, you can use the search bar above to search by part number or keyword. The contemporaneous xk8 xkr has seen a few attempts to fit a manual gearbox elite and performance jag in drby did. Their kits allow you to run any 1969 or newer chevy v8 into multiple jaguar models.
The jaguar xk is a series of grand tourer cars produced by british car maker jaguar cars since 1996. Etype 5 speed conversion jaguar clubs of north america. We also carry a full line of repair, maintenance, and restoration parts for all jaguar cars. In the latest jaguar journal, on page 28, there is an article about a t5 manual conversion kit developed by predator performance.
I tried some other gears, 2,3, 4, and it finally slooooowly went forward. Jaguar xk8 ls1 6speed t56 manual transmission conversion by jaguar specialties, part 3 duration. Check out free battery charging and engine diagnostic testing while you are in store. Jaguar xjs conversions, parts and advice from johns cars. You could not by yourself going next ebook deposit or library or borrowing from your friends to approach them. Ls1 lsx v8 conversion for jaguar xk8 xkr 9702 convertible. Jaguar forums the largest jaguar enthusiasts forum. Jaguar xkr manual gearbox conversion readdownload xkxj manual 5 speed gearbox conversion for sale. Order jaguar xk8 transmission torque converter online today. Jaguar xk service and repair manuals free car repair. Whether you believe it or not i was the first person to design an etype 5 speed based on the borg warner, now tremec t5 5 speed. We carry complete kits to convert etype, xk120, xk140, xk150 and mark ii jaguars to a 5 speed overdrive transmission. We also carry a full line of repair, maintenance, and.
We were trying to keep everything as standard looking as. We use cookies and browser activity to improve your experience, personalize content and ads, and analyze how our sites are used. Xkxj manual 5 speed gearbox conversion for sale car and. Jaguar never built a production xk8 with a manual gearbox, but elite and performance jags believes there is a market out there for a conversion and its. Using this publication the information provided in this publication is for use only by competent, qualified autoelectricians. The jaguar xk8 project code x100 is a grand tourer launched by jaguar cars in 1996, and was the first generation of a new xk series. The toyota swap is facilitated by jeff dellow, in new south wales.
Jaguar would like to use cookies to store information on your computer to improve our website and to enable us to advertise to you those products and services which we believe may be of interest to you. Jaguar xk b44940 using this publication using this publication health and safety always follow health and safety guidelines, specifically those detailed in the workshop manual. Our xk8 ls conversion kits have been very popular and most customers are satisfied converting the car with an automatic transmission. This car is one of the first series 2 cars which and is one of 168.
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