There’s an inexpensive camshaft alignment tool that fits in that notch to ensure the cams are perfectly lined up for reinstallation. Also did you recheck the valve sealing with the cams out? Always a good idea once all the hardware is back in place.
Its nice to see that the exhaust bucket guides have already been pinned. these short heads were known for the guides ridding up and the cam lobes smashing them down.
I just purchased some satin yesterday and will be painting today. Most things will be satin except the heat pipe over the cam covers and the air filter box. Those parts will be glossy
Hi Adam, are you sure you should be putting valve stem seals on the exhaust valves, my understanding is that they will seize in the guides, valve stem seals go only on the inlet valves in these early engines
I've heard from several XK engine builders that like to put them on the exhaust guides also. This engine had them on the exhaust guides when I took it apart and they looked equally worn to the ones on the intake side
If none of the head studs had come lose when I removed the dome nuts I probably wouldn't of removed the frost plugs. If a stud comes out you need to remove the plug to clean out the threads.
Maybe an older dealership could get it? I know that there is someone on Ebay that can get radio codes for you. I haven't ordered on there but read about it on forums
@@genemccormick7567 thanks for the codes, but didn't work, question just punch in the numbers, no other procedures, like push the scanner first than the numbers?
@@MrXlskywolf Turn on radio and you will hear a sound. Then press the numbers and if correct radio will come on. No other procedure needed but if you goof several times. You will have to turn off radio and wait a while as it goes into default mode. Its too bad for its a good radio with a excellent stereo. I suggest try a online Jaguar club and a member may know a trick.
Valve seals should always be on.inlet valve stems. Manifold vacuum will suck oil down the inlet guides otherwise.
There’s an inexpensive camshaft alignment tool that fits in that notch to ensure the cams are perfectly lined up for reinstallation.
Also did you recheck the valve sealing with the cams out? Always a good idea once all the hardware is back in place.
Its nice to see that the exhaust bucket guides have already been pinned. these short heads were known for the guides ridding up and the cam lobes smashing them down.
Yes I was happy to see that. Would of preferred a stake down kit that sits under the cam cover so I don't see it.
I agree. its nicer when they are hidden under the cam covers. Btw. just a preference to satin black over gloss or mat black. :) more classy
I just purchased some satin yesterday and will be painting today. Most things will be satin except the heat pipe over the cam covers and the air filter box. Those parts will be glossy
Going well, look forward to the next episode.
Thank you! I hope to get the head on today, just need some lifting assistance
Hi Adam, are you sure you should be putting valve stem seals on the exhaust valves, my understanding is that they will seize in the guides, valve stem seals go only on the inlet valves in these early engines
I've heard from several XK engine builders that like to put them on the exhaust guides also. This engine had them on the exhaust guides when I took it apart and they looked equally worn to the ones on the intake side
Was it necessary to remove all the frost plugs or is that needed during your cylinder head rebuild ?
If none of the head studs had come lose when I removed the dome nuts I probably wouldn't of removed the frost plugs. If a stud comes out you need to remove the plug to clean out the threads.
Right on that makes sense. Love your Rooster its adds humour to your video's. Glad your safe.
Hi man you did'nt show us everything now im woundering if the spring seat cups went in.
Sorry about that Martin, the spring seat cups are in, I didn't forget them 🙂
Adam good afternoon, you won't happen to know the radio code, for my 1992 XJS V12. I stop by the dealer and they couldn't give it to me
On my 1987 XJ V12 the radio code is 41313 it may work otherwise you have to contact the person who sold it to you or find a hacker.
Maybe an older dealership could get it? I know that there is someone on Ebay that can get radio codes for you. I haven't ordered on there but read about it on forums
@@genemccormick7567 thanks for the codes, but didn't work, question just punch in the numbers, no other procedures, like push the scanner first than the numbers?
@@MrXlskywolf Turn on radio and you will hear a sound. Then press the numbers and if correct radio will come on. No other procedure needed but if you goof
several times. You will have to turn off radio and wait a while as it goes into default mode. Its too bad for its a good radio with a excellent stereo. I suggest try a online Jaguar club and a member may know a trick.
Did you find a way to get the code for your radio? Now I need the code for my 87 JaguarXJ12.
found it sir wear eye protection