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Today, 12:43

Jim_S-V6_2004 replied to a thread Breaking News in General Chat

. Our kids were lucky and bought their own houses. The daft thing is that their mortgages are less than the rent, as it would be for most...

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Today, 11:44

Jim_S-V6_2004 replied to a thread Reverse mirror in General Chat

. Does it need lubricating Stagnite? .

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Today, 11:39

Jim_S-V6_2004 replied to a thread Lesser News in General Chat

. You hit it Vic. I'm truly happy for you bud. Money is soon spent or lost. But it can buy happiness too if used wisely and to benefit the...

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Today, 11:25

Jim_S-V6_2004 replied to a thread Breaking News in General Chat

. Do you mean because they don't want a man present? First thing that Asian foreigners want to do is change our culture to suit themselves, look...

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Today, 11:04

Jim_S-V6_2004 replied to a thread Breaking News in General Chat

. Yes, both crossed my mind too, chaps! :D . Thanks Poundy, did that too. There's a factory reset button in mine, I'll try that next. .

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Today, 10:59

Jim_S-V6_2004 replied to a thread Pollution and other Scaremongering Money Spinner Scams in General Chat

See how hot li-ion batteries get when they have lots of current drawn, not everything about them is wonderful. I didn't know the packs are 18650,...

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Today, 10:54

Jim_S-V6_2004 replied to a thread Bit the bullet and taxed the S type 4.0 in S-Type (X200, X202, X204, X206) 1999 - 2008

The slightly dished seat backs in my 2004 left me slightly cramped but not too bad. I don't know if it will help your kickdown or if it will do...

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Today, 10:45

Jim_S-V6_2004 replied to a thread Henry_B’s S-Type project! in S-Type (X200, X202, X204, X206) 1999 - 2008

. In fact I hope you do go to one where they will teach you diagnosis Henry, not just big bit changing at the owner's expense like Jaguar, Mercedes,...

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Today, 01:28

Jim_S-V6_2004 replied to a thread Breaking News in General Chat

. I'm.certain Cameron paid Clegg to stay at home or go off anywhere, just stay away. Because that's exactly what Clegg did! He just peeked out...

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Today, 01:20

Jim_S-V6_2004 replied to a thread Breaking News in General Chat

Wow, too much going on to catch up easily. I'll.need time to respond - if anyone wants my response? :) I need some help chaps, please... I...

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Today, 00:53

Jim_S-V6_2004 replied to a thread Breaking News in General Chat

. Oh, come on Thomas, at least let us slap a few around a bit who aren't doing what we need? ;) Gove for a start! What a slimy joyrider on...

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Today, 00:43

Jim_S-V6_2004 replied to a thread Breaking News in General Chat

Hello chaps. I've not been able to access these forums until yesterday and had little time to catch up. Glad you missed me. :) . Jeremy...

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Yesterday, 23:41

Jim_S-V6_2004 replied to a thread Pollution and other Scaremongering Money Spinner Scams in General Chat

. A matter of local warming contributing to global warming!? :) :D Now how can we compensate for that, huh? Good thing they were present at...

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Yesterday, 23:19

Jim_S-V6_2004 replied to a thread ultra high emission zone in S-Type (X200, X202, X204, X206) 1999 - 2008

What sticks in my throat is that other countries like China, Russia, the USA etcetera gaily chuck out the pollutants as if there's no tomorrow... ...

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Yesterday, 23:05

Jim_S-V6_2004 replied to a thread S type sport 3L V6 Auto limp mode problems in S-Type (X200, X202, X204, X206) 1999 - 2008

. That's great news Julian. And you're very kind but we didn't do so well with this one, it's so rare for ECUs to fail that we rarely think of...

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Yesterday, 23:03

Jim_S-V6_2004 replied to a thread Henry_B’s S-Type project! in S-Type (X200, X202, X204, X206) 1999 - 2008

We all learn as we go Henry. How's skool, still fun?

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Yesterday, 23:00

Jim_S-V6_2004 replied to a thread Orange warning light / restricted performance - No Codes in S-Type (X200, X202, X204, X206) 1999 - 2008

. It could be as simple as an air intake leak David. Ducmon can assist you to make a DIY smoke machine and how to use it. Hope you smoke the odd...

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Yesterday, 22:55

Jim_S-V6_2004 replied to a thread Bit the bullet and taxed the S type 4.0 in S-Type (X200, X202, X204, X206) 1999 - 2008

Faulty rear ABS sensor would stop the cruise from working bud. Any codes? My dumb ELM327 with Torque gave me a C1165, right rear ABS sensor....

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Yesterday, 22:38

Jim_S-V6_2004 replied to a thread Headlight Bulbs in S-Type (X200, X202, X204, X206) 1999 - 2008

Yes D2S Chris. Check the life of Philips bulbs, I've used 2 sets of +130% Xtreme Vision, first set blew one by one within only 3 and 5 months, the...

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Yesterday, 22:30

Jim_S-V6_2004 replied to a thread Should I Buy Pre-2002 or not? in S-Type (X200, X202, X204, X206) 1999 - 2008

. Jon... The 6HP26 learns and adapts continuously, the jerks are due to this when there are big differences. Like when you first buy the car and...

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Yesterday, 17:52

Jimbov8 replied to a thread Reverse mirror in General Chat

Start the car and select reverse, set the desired angle of the mirror and then select Park, the mirror should move back to the driving position. ...

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09-12-18, 16:54

Jimbov8 replied to a thread Programming for heated rear seats and retrofit components in XJ (X350, X358) Aluminium Body 2003 - 2009

Sounds like you’ve answered your own question, in that, you will need a rear controller with the seat heater option. eBay may well be your friend.

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09-12-18, 16:17

Jimbov8 replied to a thread electric seats problem in XK / XKR (X150) 2006 - 2014

At least you’re up and running again and a cheap fix too, bonus.:mrgreen:

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09-12-18, 13:03

Jimbov8 replied to a thread electric seats problem in XK / XKR (X150) 2006 - 2014

Welcome to the forum Steve. It would help greatly if you could tell us the year of the car but the first thing to check would be the fuses...

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08-12-18, 20:08

Jimbov8 replied to a thread Newbie to the forum in New Members - Introduce Yourself Here

Welcome to the forum Peter. Pictures please, as and when you can, enjoy.:mrgreen:

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08-12-18, 20:07

Jimbov8 replied to a thread Locking issue in X-Type (X400) 2001 - 2009

Short journeys and left standing for a week will deplete the battery’s capacity hence, in your case, the reason I recommend a full overnight charge....

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08-12-18, 19:25

Jimbov8 replied to a thread Locking issue in X-Type (X400) 2001 - 2009

The main battery may have been changed but I suspect an overnight charge may cure your problems. Always the first thing to try.:-D

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08-12-18, 11:54

Jimbov8 replied to a thread Show us your Hobbies in General Chat

As usual Alec, your attention to detail is phenomenal. Looks great fun too.:mrgreen:

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07-12-18, 21:28

Jimbov8 replied to a thread Heated Front Screen Connectors in S-Type (X200, X202, X204, X206) 1999 - 2008

Check the connector in the RH upper “A” post Yorkie. There has been cases of verdigris or corroded wires in these connectors causing your problem.:-D

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07-12-18, 18:27

Jimbov8 replied to a thread SILENTUM SICARIUS - My Super V8 in XJ (X350, X358) Aluminium Body 2003 - 2009

Excellent job shipmate.:mrgreen:

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