Secrets of the Jaguar XK8 Episode 82 Dazzling instrument facts

[@t.alanblain6313]

I couldn't agree more, Gareth. I, too, don't spend enough time behind the wheel, however John does tend to show things that I didn't know and that I need to confirm on my car. My neighbours (if I had any close enough) would wonder why at 8 pm on a cold damp night the nutter is sitting in his car, with a torch, staring at the instrument cluster! At least it gets me out of the house. Thank you John.

[@garethmiles9984]

Ive just come back in from looking lol

[@ToTheGarage]

I too potter down to the garage in my dressing gown when I have 'Need to Know' moments Alan. 😁

[@ToTheGarage]

Glad to be helping You guys with your daily exercise Gareth😁👍

[@terryc8164]

Oh dear, I often find myself in my 8 checking after watching your videos John, at least its not just me :) Cheers yet another good one.

[@garethmiles9984]

I sometimes wonder if i spend enough time in my jag, clearly not as i never know these facts untill you point them out! Every day is a learning day at tothegarage.cheers john

[@ToTheGarage]

Thanks Gareth

[@curtiswangrud8748]

About 15ish years ago I order some aftermarket instrument rings and found the speedo ring was a bit loose. Simply added a layer of tape and twisted right in. Now I know why there was extra room. Always great stuff. Thanks again.

[@ToTheGarage]

Thanks for sharing Curtis👍

[@hopethisisgood]

Another interesting “secrets of” John. Your comment at 10.05 concerning aircraft instruments got me thinking; having spent some 20000 + hours over 30 years looking at aircraft instruments ( sometimes quite intensely) I never noticed the glass surface finish. I was normally more interested in what the pointers were telling me. Just going to check my glass/Perspex now. Happy NewYear to you, Growler and the rest of the family.

[@ToTheGarage]

Happy new Year Mike. 🤣 Only me could look at beautiful instruments and focus on the glass in front of them.

[@hewyn1]

Ahhh... excellent, back to the Secrets series. Happy New Year! Cheers John!

[@ToTheGarage]

Thanks Nick. Happy New year

[@stevenslight2607]

Great video John. Informative as usual. Thanks for your time.

[@ToTheGarage]

Thanks mate

[@JLBRADY1]

Where do stumble across these little pearls of XK8/R wisdom? Loved Growler, but really believe Molly is due an appearance. Nice job as always!

[@ChristianACW]

Fun to watch as always - thanks for the interesting insights! I love those details and I love the dashboard of the XK8! Can there be a lovelier place than behind the steering wheel of an X100? I don't think so ;-) And although he can't enjoy this view, I'm sure Growler is the luckiest teddy on earth :-)

[@ToTheGarage]

He sure has got it Cushy.

[@aligucci1599]

great info John, thanks

[@SparkyGage]

Every sport coupe with those imaginary back seats (Duffel Seats as I like to call them) needs a Growler. Comment to help with algos. Enjoyed the trivia! Cheers from Arkansas USA.

[@ToTheGarage]

Cheers SparkyGage👍 Every boost to the stats is welcome😁

[@gsminors]

Nice content as always. So now we all go out scratching our instruments :) My Coupe is hibernating for the winter here in Alberta. Just as a matter of interest mine was manufactured in 1996 but they call a 1997 on the registration!!! North American thing!!

[@ToTheGarage]

😁DIAL scratching may become a cult thing?

[@johnnagy1195]

John! You truly are the King of obscure XK8 tidbits! Thought my center gauges looked a bit sandblasted. What will he find next? Cheers

[@ToTheGarage]

Why didn't I think of 'Sandblasted' thats a brilliant way to describe the finish👍

[@julianp4787]

I really enjoy these interesting vids Very pleasant and informative. I'm glad i discovered this channel Thank you Subscribed

[@ToTheGarage]

Thanks and welcome Julian👍 have you got an x100. yourself?

[@julianp4787]

@@ToTheGarage Thanks so much for your response :) I've not got an XK8 at the moment, but i am very tempted to buy one (under the 3000 pound bracket albeit) I'm fully expecting to do some problem solving with a car in that price range haha !! You terrific vids are giving me a great insight into what to expect! I thank you very much for that Great presentation and enjoyable watching All the best

[@domdelicato2426]

Very interesting secret. I discovered that the dials aren’t equal in size when I recently fitted chrome surrounds and the center one was ever so slightly bigger than the others.....

[@ToTheGarage]

I can imagine your face on discovering it Dom.👍 Its the fact that the difference is so small that makes it so interesting I think.

[@stephenswift3954]

Only had my XK8 convertible 18 years and John always surprises me with things you didn’t even notice. Great work!! Have you any experience or thoughts on these replacement headlights. I know you renewed yours on Purdey with genuine replacements, but you can’t get them anywhere. Thoughts John?

[@ToTheGarage]

Thanks for the kind words Stepen. Not tried any of the aftermarket headlights Myself. Have any other subscribers out there who can recommend or otherwise on non OE light units?

[@garyvanremortel5218]

You need the chrome accent rims. You never drive alone with Growler in the back and Molly has company too.

[@ToTheGarage]

Them too get on like a house on fire👍. Re the accent rings, I agree! Watch this space.... Cheers GV

[@davidruane9005]

Hi John, a bit of your expertise needed🙏 out during in my xk8 all going well, the she just died.... all the electrics ok. Turning over but not firing. When I used to turn the key I would hear a buzz which I assumed was the fuel pump, now there is no buzz..Got it recovered back home battery fully charged still no starting or pre starting buzz....any ideas would be appreciated TIA👍

[@ToTheGarage]

Hi If the buzz you used to be able to hear was in the front of you then it was the throttle body motor. If it was behind you it was the fuel pump. However the fuel pumps are pretty quiet in these. Fuel pumps are known to go weak. but typically fail over a period of weeks rather than in one go. Check that the impact sensor has not been triggered or gone faulty. On early cars like mine, the reset button is in the left hand end of the dashboard behind a little hatch. Disconnect the battery for half an hour and see if everything resets.

[@davidruane9005]

@@ToTheGarage Cheers John, will check the throttle body, would an odb2 pick up an issue with it??

[@goldeneye9381]

Any potential efforts on an XKR the new virsion between 2007 to 2014

[@ToTheGarage]

There may be an X150 in my future🤔. No immediate plans but im sure it will happen.

[@ToTheGarage]

It won't be a replacement for Purdey though!!!! 😮

[@swansong007]

Just a question about the lighter wood used on the steering wheel rather than the darker wood on the dash fascia. Is your wheel standard equipment ?

[@ToTheGarage]

Yes its standard but quite uncommon. Early cars like mine. In sport trim like mine, actually came with a Fully black leather wheel. My car has the upgraded 'Wood Sport Wheel'

[@FederalTracks]

was wondering if u can help...my xk8 has the ticking noise under the left wheel well and it has started throw misfire codes like crazy hard starts etc but once it gets going it runs very smoothly and strong ..im assuming since i can hear the purge valve that this must be the cause of my misfires and so on any thoughts or confirmations?

[@ToTheGarage]

Yes as soon as you mentioned the ticking its the purge valve that comes to mind. A new valve may be all you need. At least you have a distinct symptom to go after here rather than just occasional rough running which would have probably taken you to coils or injectors first.

[@FederalTracks]

@@ToTheGarage yeah but other then that she run soooo smooth its a dream she 2004

[@FederalTracks]

@@ToTheGarage i really love these cars english vibe to it very well made

[@FederalTracks]

@@ToTheGarage so all the symptoms vanished as if they where never there smh.....????? i have no clue

[@FederalTracks]

@@ToTheGarage anyway i love this car and i hope im not destroying the tranny because i live in "jgate" im careful but aggressive with it...since ive owed many manual cars i understand how to have fun with iot w/o beating it up but i still worry a bit bc this is my first car with a "jgate" type feature..i go up the rpm and realse the gas about 3000rpm and go to next gear wait for it to bite then hit gas repeat (as u would if u had a clutch peddle) then i dont down shift as a way to slow down the car i think that would be damaging

[@alexanderthegreat6480]

Only you John would make a video on how the dials look good! And only us would care for it! Aha. My hat down to all of you xk8/r nuts.

[@ToTheGarage]

I think I may need some sort of 'help' Alexander😁

[@alexanderthegreat6480]

@@ToTheGarage aha!!! I know all about it!!! If that makes you feel better.... You're not the only one. Freud would have a ball with us!!!

[@FederalTracks]

urs is beautiful

[@ToTheGarage]

Thank you

[@FederalTracks]

@@ToTheGarage I have a "carnival red tan top 2004 with apollo wheels" she's sexy

[@michaelmclean5088]

Would like 2 buy this car in a. Couple of years time

[@ToTheGarage]

You are just waiting for it to be 'finished' first😁👍

[@nrick6800]

Happy new yearling John ! Hoje you and your Family are ok. Related to instruments, I would like to know what do you think about this kit and installation : www.thejagwrangler.com/about-xk8--xkr--xj-realgauge.html Sow recently a KZbin video about it .. Thanks a lot, and take care !

[@ToTheGarage]

Thanks Henrique. Ive not fitted one myself. However I have looked at them a few times and I Know quite a few other subscribers to the channel have used this kit and been pleased with it. I would suggest it seems like a good kit👍

[@dominicsquires3808]

I’ve had a few growlers on the back seat....hey!!! Someone was going to say it! It may as well be me. I’ll get my coat

[@ToTheGarage]

I must admit. Calling our cars proud mascot a 'Growler', will always raise a smile from a lad brought up in the midlands🤣