Subject james brown Date Thu Nov 13 2008 10:36 Author annaleise smith (gminnymoo@btinternet.com)
Enter your message here. am searching for jim. known to be involved with jaguar owners club in bellevue and believed to be living in bend. any information, please, please email me thankyou annaleise northants uk

	Subject Radio Code Date Tue Jan 20 2009 13:31 Author Ted Wyglendowski (thaddeus1604@sbcglobal.net)
I just purchased a 1990 XJS Convertable in excellent condition. I'm trying to find out what the radio Code is. The car came with no papers I'm also wanting to konw how to tell appart the XJS Convertable, from the XJS Convertalbe Collectors car? Any help would be greatly appriciated. Thanks - Ted

	Subject Fuel and oil recomendation Date Tue Feb 24 2009 17:02 Author Dave Shively (mos33c20@centurytel.net)
I'm going to become a Jaguar owner this weekend with the purchase of a pristine 1987 Series II XJ6. I'll be driving back to Oregon from California and would like to know the recommended octane rating for fuel, and also what kind of oil should I buy if needed. Synthetic or refined? What viscosity? I'll be joining JOCO soon. Thanks, Dave

	Subject Fuel and oil recomendation Date Tue Jul 7 2009 01:51 Author Mark Pawlowski (markski@molalla.net)
My 2000 XK8 calls for 5W30 oil and 92 octane or better fuel. I use Dyno oil and change oil & filter every 3000 miles.

	Subject Fuel & Oil Date Thu Jun 18 2009 21:44 Author Carl Foleen (cafoleen@europa.com)
Too late for this post, but premium fuel and a 10w-30 would work. Also, consult with Consolidated Motors and/or The Jag Shop for technical information and a full mechanical work-up on your car to assure you have a handle on what's major and minor and in what order any needs should be addressed. All the best, Carl £

	Subject Alternator Tests? Date Tue May 26 2009 11:36 Author Tim Peters (tim.peters@intel.com)
Hi, I'm needing to have my Alternator bench tested. Any recommendations on where to take it with in Oregon's Washington County area? Thanks, Tim 69 E-type, SII OTS

	Subject Alternator testing Date Thu Jun 18 2009 21:48 Author Carl Foleen (cafoleen@europa.com)
You may want to contact The Jag Shop or Consolidated Motors for their recommendations. Good place to start. All the best, Carl £

	Subject Alternator testing Date Thu Jul 2 2009 08:32 Author Tim Peters (tim.peters@intel.com)
Thanks Carl. On the recommendation of the Jag Shop I took it to Faulkner, NW Portland. After two attempts they seem to have fixed it. They’re very nice, helpful, and understanding folks. My new challenge is fixing the broken A pin wire from the 3 pin harness that plugs into the voltage regulator. Ugh!!!

	Subject Broken Pin Date Fri Oct 16 2009 10:58 Author Carl Foleen (cafoleen@europa.com)
Radio Shack may have a "Pin Straightener" or replacement tool. My best bet would be to suggest you call the Avionics dept. at Aero Air at the Hillsboro Airport and see if they could look your problem over. If they have the tool and a replacement pin you may be money ahead to have a "pro" do it. Best of luck, Carl

	Subject Concours 2009 Date Mon Jun 22 2009 08:38 Author Marcia Croy-Vanwely (marcicroy@hotmail.com)
Enter your message here. I was surprise to read on the JCNA website lising that JOCO's concours has been cancelled. Does this mean the whole event? What was the reason?

	Subject Re Date Thu Jul 9 2009 16:12 Author FA
The event has been changed from full on concours to a casual picnic. The attendance is down quite a bit this year.

	Subject 2009 Concours Date Thu Oct 1 2009 13:04 Author al jasso
I was supprised and disappointed to have my registration application returned. I hope the event will take place in 2010 as this is the one event I plan for every year. I am also sure that the loss of the event will make it more difficult for those competing for natioal points. Sincerly: Al & Naomi

Subject Jaguars on the Island Date Mon Jul 6 2009 19:54 Author Jerry Liudahl (jaguar@oldirish.com)

Anyone interested in touring up to the Victoria show? We are leaving Thursday morning (July 30th) from Eugene and will be headed to Port Townsend either up Hood Canal or through Bremerton depending on traffic and construction. We are catching the noon ferry from Port Angeles for the weekend in Victoria with our Victoria club friends. Monday (Aug. 3rd) we are sailing to Anacortes on the way home and plan to explore and do some touring on Chuckanut Drive, heading home on Tuesday. Anyone is welcome to join us for either leg. If you have never been, this is by far the best Jaguar anywhere. Email me for details jaguar@oldirish.com. Jerry

	Subject that should be... Date Mon Jul 6 2009 20:02 Author Jerry Liudahl (jaguar@oldirish.com)
We are sailing from Port Angeles to Victoria on Friday (31st) after spending the night in Port Townsend on Thursday.

Subject Should I keep my Dad's Jag? Date Tue Sep 22 2009 08:04 Author Chris Humphrey (geohumphrey@yahoo.com) File: 1Jaguar XJ6 119861 11.jpg

Hi, My father died a few months back. He owned and loved his 1986 Jaguar XJ6 series III (184,000 miles). His Jag was an everyday driving car for him, but it was also a bit of a hobby, he spent thousands of dollars a year keeping it maintained and running and looking good (I have an inch wide folder of all the maintenance and repairs he put into the car in the past 10 years). Based on what I can tell, the car is currently in really good condition, with only a few minor issues (including; breaks pulse, speedometer and odometer are not accurate and stick, and one of the rear windows don't open). I was planning on selling the car, but after driving it for a bit I have literally fallen in love with it and would like to keep it. But I'm worried about maintenance costs; I don't have the same money or time as my dad did to put into it. I already know it gets poor gas mileage. But I've also heard that these cars are constantly breaking down, and their repair costs are high (I do not know how to work on cars so I would have to bring it to a shop). I was hoping that you could give me an idea about typical costs to maintain these Jags; and what I typically have to do on a yearly basis to maintain them in good order. Again, the car is currently in good to great conditions, so I don't think I need to put too much money up-front at first. If I keep the car, I would like to eventually use it as an everyday driver. Also, I don't have a garage, so it would be parked outside in the Portland OR weather (another worry of mine). Thanks!

Subject Keep the Jag Date Fri Oct 16 2009 10:18 Author Carl Foleen (cafoleen@europa.com)

First, get an objective look at the current "issues" with the car. Contact The Jag Shop or Consolidated Motors. Both are honest shops and competent to assess & repair since they're marque specialists. I would ask the shop to prioritize what they have found into "must do," "do soon" and "whenever" items. You don't have to restore the car, you should make it reliable and safe. If you are a member of AAA contact them about Haggerty insurance on your car for an agreed-value coverage. Your repairs should not be that expensive, and if you want to do a little work as a do-it-yourself project, I would recommend joining the Jaguar Owners Club of Oregon and finding some members that can offer advice, or possibly assist you with the jobs you feel you want to do yourself. Oil changes and other items are always simple to do if you have a ramp or jacks to support the car. Don't forget to block the wheels! You can use a good car cover if the weather is particularly nasty. Use a good quality surface treatment - Meguirs, Zymol, Griot's all come to mind. I prefer the excellent products you get from Griot's. Buy their kit, it's worth the $ for every car you own. A well-maintained car is much less expensive than one that has things put off until you have to tow it to the shop. Look forward to seeing you on the membership rolls. Carl £

	Subject Mechanic Date Fri Sep 25 2009 09:08 Author Michael Capper (mcapper@q.com)
My mechanic here at the coast doesn't want to do a valve job on my 1994 XJS convertible, and I have been referred here for a recommendation of a shop in Portland. Any advice will be appreciated. Thanks, Mike Capper ( mcapper@q.com ).

	Subject Portland Mechanic Date Sun Sep 27 2009 11:51 Author Ralph Gaskill (GaskillOR@aol.com)
One of our club members has a Portland shop. Certainly, if he can not do it, he knows who can. contact www.consolidatedautoworks.com Ed and Barbara Grayson are the owners.

	Subject British Autobody shop Date Sun Nov 29 2009 19:08 Author Vern Dahnke (Vern@Britishautobody.com)
Hi, I have a new web page I would like to share with your members.Britishautobody.com .I met several of your members at the Pdx Abfm. If I can be of service in any way please let me know! Thanx! Vern Dahnke

	Subject Jaguar Repair in Coos Bay Area Date Mon Nov 30 2009 16:03 Author Dennis Dater (dennisdater@gmail.com)
My wife and I are moving from San Diego, CA to the Coos Bay area on the coast. She has a 1999 XJ8. I have been unable to find a repair place in the area. Does anyone have a connection? If not, I'll sell the car before we move, as it's a 4 1/2 hour drive to Portland. Thanks, Dennis

	Subject Auto storage and meeting space Date Wed Dec 2 2009 11:11 Author Dennis Low (denlow1@aol.com)
I have 50,000 sq. ft secure and heated building in North Plains that I have been thinking of renting to indivuduals and clubs for auto storage and meetings. Am simply looking for input on whether there is demand for such a facility. Any input would be appreciated

	Subject 1966 s type Date Tue Jan 19 2010 16:54 Author mike banks (banks763btinternet.com)
i still have a maint and serice hand book plus lube chart all in the plastic cover ,, the sort of thing that came in the glove box ,,if any one might like it for free ,, please contact me

	Subject Check Engine Light Date Sun Apr 4 2010 17:01 Author Michael McKee (thevillagepiper@aol.com)
Check engine light came on...shut off engine, pushed VCM and got a read out of PRO (could be PAO, hard to disern an A or R) 94 XJ6 with 129K Any help would be greatly appreciated.

	Subject Re: Check Engine Light Date Tue Apr 6 2010 18:46 Author Fred Armstrong
Could it read PAD? That would indicate break pads getting low. Also if you want to clear the check engine light, disconnect the battery and re-connect after a few minutes to see if the light comes back on or not.

Subject Starting a cold engine Date Fri Apr 16 2010 12:09 Author al jasso (ajasso@q.com)

So my Mark II has been sitting for seven months and I do not want to start the engine without first pressurizing the oiling system. I have been given various advice about cold start-ups ranging from pulling the plugs to just start the darn thing. I am just not comfortable with these proceedures on an engine that has been sitting for so long. To that end I would like to build or acquire an engine pre-luber to pre-lub the engine before attempting a cold start. I have heard that one can build a pre-luber with an oil pump, some fittings, and a sturdy (2 gal) plastic bucket. XK engines have a convienent oil gallery acess so it should be a simple task pressureize the system. So, has anyone built one of these or any other ideas on the subject? I would like to know what the collecting thinking of our Jaguar community is on this subject. Thanks for you input Al

	Subject Revieving 1976 XJ12L Date Sun Jun 20 2010 13:55 Author John C. Shaw (jshaw@pcc.edu)
18k miles, injectors just rebuilt, rack rebuilt(new seals),installing replacement tanks due to internal rust. I need to put her on the road as a reliable driver, commuting to Seattle once a week. What can I do to maximize reliability? Thanks, John

	Subject Seeking past owner info Date Fri Jul 2 2010 09:33 Author Bonnie (bsherar@msn.com)
My brother-in-law is rebuilding a 1960-61 Jaguar XK150. The license plate when he bought it was out of Spokane County. He is pretty certain that this car once belonged to one of his friends who rolled it years ago. Looking for any way to track past ownership. (his friend has passed away)

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