Rowley_1812

That's an interesting article Trevor, thank you. It gives much more detailed information than that which decided me to fit the OAP in the first place. It would now seem that I've inadvertently improved the efficiency and lengthened the durability of many other component parts as well as initiating noise reduction. WIN-WIN!

Not sure if this has been posted before, but it's certainly worth a comment - for diesel owners at least! I've just had my indy mechanic fit an Over-running Alternator Pulley (INA 535 0223 10) that I purchased online from SparePartsStore24 (GBP43.53 incl shipping) ... it had to be delivered from Berlin taking 6 days from order to delivery. Replaced the auxiliary/serpentine belt as well. The reduction in tick-over noise is immediately noticeable, she is now purring like a kitten rather than rattling like a tractor! The 'OAP' fits both the Visteon and the Bosch alternator using the appropriate spacers that are part of the kit ... 3mm (Visteon) and 1.4mm (Bosch). Apparently there is also a tensioner/pulley modification that, some have said, further softens the noise. This I shall consider at a later date.

Have you tried these guys? ... http://www.carmats.co.uk/jaguar-car-mats/x-type-estate.html

Hi Dougal, yes, there have been a few topics on this, if you type 'poor headlights' into the 'search' box in the sub headers top right above then they should pop up. In the meantime, here's a link to the most recent ... good luck.

OXICAT has a very good reputation at around £20 a pop. Marketed in the UK by the BlueChem Group as a best cleaning additive for both petrol and diesel engines ...

Mine doesn't open fully, it just pops up. But then it would seem that the degree of 'pop-up' might be temperature dependent so best investigated in the Summer. With Compliments of the Season.

Any abrasive action on the headlight lens can further damage the UV resistant coating that has clearly already been damaged, hence the cloudy appearance. I gather that after gentle cleaning of the lens using a very lightly graded abrasive the resistant coating needs to be replaced. The only UK product I can find that seems to cover this method is WIPE NEW headlight restorer (±£14). However, there is an American product called Pittman's Lens Cleaner which is a liquid with apparently no abrasive interaction but it's expensive and I can't find a UK outlet so shipping costs must be added to the already high £26 product price.

Lovely looking car Brian and a potentially positive idea to place a thread on here, just a pity that you've had no responses. I'm very happy with my 2.0d but never mind, I don't think you'll have trouble selling ... in fact it wouldn't surprise me if it's gone by now. Good luck with it, Rowley.

I agree, it's very confusing. I'm no expert but for what it's worth I think you'll have more options plumping for 225/45 based purely on supply and demand ... and more options means better prices. I guess it's a toss up whether the wider tyre or the deeper tyre will give you better comfort or indeed if you would ever notice the difference. Interestingly, my research suggests that your car might originally have been fitted with 16" wheels so it may have been upgraded over time. Maybe best to find a reliable tyre outlet to guide you, not forgetting that rim width also comes into play if you plan to change tyre width.

Being a youngster (I've only been driving since 1967) I had not come across a situation before where one can return a tyre after 13 months and 12,700 miles usage and expect to receive a FULL REFUND because of a small but developing imperfection in the tyre sidewall. Well ... I have now! Thanks to the NangKang 'Road Hazard Lifetime Tyre Warranty' that I didn't even know I had! I must say that I'm impressed, not only by NangKang (Korean I think?) but also by my local independent specialist tyre supplier who filled out the Warranty Claim Form for me and returned the tyre to NangKang (West Bromwich I think?). I'm not sure if all tyre manufacturers would have been so generous, or indeed if any others offer similar warranty terms above and beyond the usual allowance under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 (successor to the Sale of Goods Act 1979). Any thoughts?

I like! ... even though I'm a one-pipe diesel and it wouldn't work! But then I think the jury's still out on the darkened lenses - not for you though!

Never mind Gary ... but I expect we've got something somewhere that's bigger than yours to make up for it!

Try 155mm x 70mm Gary.

So what would be his vehicle of preference I wonder ... maybe a Trabant?

Thanks Peter, an interesting article to bring to the party. No doubt many of the longer serving forum contributors may have had a chance to read it before, but I, as a relatively recent X type owner, have not and it was an interesting read. Best, Rowley

Ditto Tom's comments. My n/s air vent periodically displaces itself and pops up, creating a most annoying rattle that when it first occurred directed me to the centre fascia. Of course I now know better and simple re-fit and twist the button (just in case that makes a difference!), but a more permanent investigation and fix must follow and this feed will surely be of help. Thanks David.

Sorry guys, couldn't resist!

That's seriously bad luck Paul, I do hope liability is satisfactorily directed. Of course if you were stationary then there can be no argument. Cars are getting bigger and bigger, especially the 4x4's, and young/new drivers naturally have increasing difficulty judging length and width - which tends to come with driving experience. Perhaps the inexperienced should not be allowed to drive the bigger cars. Mind you, even the new 'Mini' is getting larger than the average car was 10 years ago!? Best of luck with the claim, Rowley

Hoorah for Walter! Bless Ireland for helping you change your mind and convincing you not to get rid of your lovely cat. Happy Days! Now simply enjoy! Best, Rowley

… and how to rectify. I’ve heard of the toothpaste route but it didn’t seem to work on my previous car. I’m also aware of expensive claims from Halfords, one option of which has been tried and didn’t work either. I’d really like to hear from someone who has been successful in achieving clarity – literally! My son uses a professional detailer for his car and so he might have an answer to the problem, unless someone out there can suggest a solution that has been tried and actually works!? Cheers in advance, Rowley

Hi Nathan, Tyres are a very subjective topic, each and every driver has his/her own experiences and prejudices. When I did a lot of driving (30k pa) I bought Goodyear and only Goodyear because I found them to be a hard rubber with loads of miles and I regularly managed 35k, mainly motorway, on each set. Others might prefer the softer Avon for arguably a better ride but not such longevity; and then there are the evergreen providers such as Pirelli, Bridgestone and Continental which others will prefer. Most of us are on a budget, but some budgets are larger than others. If you’re not a ‘prefer-a-known-name’ tyre buyer then I'd be inclined to research some mid-cost tyres where you can save pounds but still get very similar (and safe) results. I have a favourite independent tyre fitter who recommended NanKang (Taiwan), they're not budget tyres but honest to goodness middle price boots. Ultimately of course it's down to how you drive! Best of luck, Rowley

Well hooray hurrah Walter! Most especially so because it wasn't that long ago that I remember you lambasting the X type, together with us forum users, because all topics seemed to be bad news! Well, you've proved your initial negativity wrong regarding the car and have now started a distinctly positive feed on the forum. Now that you've driven through the light at the end of the tunnel you're in the jaguar sunshine ... just slap on the Ambre Solaire and enjoy the warmth around you! Happy Days. Best, Rowley

Dear Walter, Why stress yourself so. If you heed all the above encouraging and positive responses you might eventually realise that a Forum is principally to support members with problems. Your 2.2d doesn't appear to have any problems, indeed you say that it's behaving 'OK' and you seem to be enjoying it. Do it. Love it. Take it to Ireland in August. The words 'mountain' and 'molehill' spring to mind. Bless your Jag and all who travel in her. Rowley

That sounds bazaar Noel, I've never had any trouble ... had to wiggle it about occasionally but then don't we all! Sympathies. Rowley