My CHEAP Jaguar F-Type Is FIXED... And It Just Became My FAVORITE Car

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  • @johnrodebaugh7120
    @johnrodebaugh7120 2 роки тому +33

    I’m a retired mechanic JR, and I do very much like watching your Videos! Your patience and control in diagnosis of problems on ALL the different models of cars You repair is amazing. Thanks for making clean and intelligent videos to watch.

  • @GEAUXFRUGAL
    @GEAUXFRUGAL 2 роки тому +60

    Love how you methodically just prioritize and over come any fear repairing these machines.

    • @walterwhite2270
      @walterwhite2270 2 роки тому +1

      his methodical skill are lacking if he did not cleat the codes after the engine swap.....

    • @rcrookie4320
      @rcrookie4320 2 роки тому +3

      @@walterwhite2270 if you'd have watched the other video he did clear the codes

  • @ShoelessJP
    @ShoelessJP 2 роки тому +33

    Nice job with this car, this has been a fun project to watch. One of the better projects you've ever done.

  • @kerrylewis2581
    @kerrylewis2581 2 роки тому +9

    WatchJR Jag has been one of my favorites. The before and after will be insane. Once the Detail Dudes work, their magic is going to be incredible.

  • @dontuno
    @dontuno 2 роки тому +19

    Great result and will be even better when detailed. I've had 2 Jags and from my experience they are super fussy about battery voltage but hopefully the outstanding codes are not too serious.
    Re: oil level, get the engine up to temperature, wait 10 minutes then check.

  • @jamesmedina2062
    @jamesmedina2062 2 роки тому +8

    Your honesty makes things so much better and easier. It's why I watch you!

  • @aj2261
    @aj2261 2 роки тому +45

    Jr Went, then Jr Broke, now Jr Go once again 🔥🔥🔥

  • @jjj567gem
    @jjj567gem 2 роки тому +13

    Hope you bring out a video when you detail the Jag. Would be great to see the before and after shots of the car. Cheers

  • @lear60man
    @lear60man 2 роки тому +14

    You have to wait at least 10 (more like 15) minutes with the car off to check the oil. We have XK's but the F Type is a fun car. enjoy!

  • @foxyloon
    @foxyloon 2 роки тому +12

    Oh, that supercharger whine~ Was wondering if clearing the codes would help, seems like it did for the most part. Looking forward to seeing this car properly cleaned up and sorted!

  • @mattpanecki3366
    @mattpanecki3366 2 роки тому +1

    So excited to see the detail!

  • @matthewlange8616
    @matthewlange8616 2 роки тому +1

    Very happy it is nearly all sorted. I've not had this as a big issue myself but the forums seem to think the F Type is pretty sensitive to bad fuel and a lot of people suggest using injector cleaner every third or forth fill up. Certainly mine runs slightly sweeter after running a bottle of injector cleaner through it.

  • @Rick99gsx
    @Rick99gsx 2 роки тому +13

    To check the oil... After warming up the engine turn it off, wait 10min or so then without turning the engine back on check the oil

    • @WatchJRGo
      @WatchJRGo  2 роки тому +18

      I just drove it home, read your comment, turned it back on and boom oil level is right on the money 🔥🔥🔥
      I must have tried 10 times and it never gave me a reading before.

    • @theeubster
      @theeubster 2 роки тому +5

      I was literally just about to comment the same when I saw your post. I have an F-Type R with the 5.0 V8 and it works the same way. Car has to be off for at least 10 minutes before it'll let you check.

    • @Rick99gsx
      @Rick99gsx 2 роки тому +1

      @@WatchJRGo awesome man, thanks for the series, there's a bunch of F-Type owners closely watching your progress on Jaguar Forums 😎👍

  • @WillEvo22
    @WillEvo22 2 роки тому +2

    Congrats! I love my 2017 S AWD. love this whole series and hoping to see more videos of you customizing it to your likings!

  • @Kimsey47
    @Kimsey47 2 роки тому +4

    Awesome to see the progress JR! Looking forward to seeing this beautiful car back in its prime.

  • @69Dartman
    @69Dartman 2 роки тому +9

    Watching now but glad whatever it was you got it figured out. The KISS principle tends to apply here but having that uber scan tool very helpful for you. I have a midrange Autel but it reads everything on my 06 Charger RT so works for me.

  • @Ed-ui2qe
    @Ed-ui2qe 2 роки тому +3

    Looking forward to getting my 2012 XJL 5.0 running. Looks like you're having a good time!

  • @aaronredbaron
    @aaronredbaron 2 роки тому +1

    Congrats! I have enjoyed following this repair series, good times!

  • @barnoaucamp6096
    @barnoaucamp6096 2 роки тому +5

    Congratulations! Watched this from day 1 and I'm so glad for you that it worked out. Excellent work.

  • @EG-zo3ig
    @EG-zo3ig 2 роки тому +1

    FYI. Whenever you plug into the OBD2 port of the F type you can mess up some of the electronics. It creates an electrical drain in one of the computers that will kill the battery (wouldn't be a Jag without some electrical quirk, right?). The way you get around this is after plugging into the OBD2 port, disconnect the battery for ~30 sec and whatever problem the OBD2 connection created is reset. I disconnect the ground to the car under the truck liner, not the battery itself as the access is easier. I killed a couple of batteries until I learned the battery disconnect trick. Nice series.

    • @luclapierre7621
      @luclapierre7621 2 роки тому

      Came here to say this. Let's see if he finds out the hard way.

  • @ApexCadaver
    @ApexCadaver 2 роки тому

    Most of your viewers have never seen how HUGE of change clay alone can make. I clay commercial vehicles every day, and it’s one of those asmr visuals that you simply cannot beat, well maybe making perfect stripes on your lawn…

  • @CraftComputing
    @CraftComputing 2 роки тому

    I was already looking at buying an XJS V12 this week, and now you're posting Jag content 😀 Great stuff!

  • @NZmellowyellow
    @NZmellowyellow 2 роки тому +3

    Must be so satisfying to fix something at this level.

  • @ernieleithes6545
    @ernieleithes6545 2 роки тому +1

    Great news its running well ,please do a detailing video its going to come up amazing all the hard work has paid off.

  • @yodasbff3395
    @yodasbff3395 2 роки тому +5

    Beautiful car, glad you got it fixed. 👍

  • @vaughnwilkinson7037
    @vaughnwilkinson7037 2 роки тому +2

    JR it’s so good to see you so happy 😃 I’m loving this car ! Well done.

  • @sharkpuptrex
    @sharkpuptrex 2 роки тому +4

    I'm always amazed how you get to Mexico and back so quickly!! Ha. Nice job with the car!!

  • @GenoBady2738
    @GenoBady2738 2 роки тому +1

    One of your coolest cars ever on this channel.

  • @pops55650
    @pops55650 2 роки тому +2

    Awesome! I hope you post a detail video. These are really good looking cars when cleaned up

  • @thomaswilding8818
    @thomaswilding8818 2 роки тому +2

    Fantastic! Sounds great. Checking oil on my xf, the engine had to have not run for a while

  • @Fourrings80
    @Fourrings80 2 роки тому

    I can appreciate your perseverance. It feels great when it all works out in the end.

  • @dereks9012
    @dereks9012 2 роки тому

    I’ve seen when the converter damage code comes up it disables the injector on the affected cylinder to save the converter. Clear codes and fixed!

  • @mikemontgomery7337
    @mikemontgomery7337 2 роки тому +1

    I don't know how you have the patience to work on these cars. A special breed . Thank God for mechanics. My motto was always that when I could afford a mechanic I knew I was doing ok in life !! 🤣

  • @ZedTee190
    @ZedTee190 2 роки тому

    I've got a Jag XJ (X351) with the diesel engine. Checking the oil is a pain. Wish it had a normal dipstick.

  • @pauljohnson7733
    @pauljohnson7733 2 роки тому

    Well done getting the jag back on the road, lubricate the active exhaust valves make sure they're free and the drain holes where your roof folds down if they get blocked it could cause problems also check rear subframe for rust other than that enjoy smiling while you drive.

  • @MrLee-ue7iu
    @MrLee-ue7iu 2 роки тому +1

    Happy you got your smile back. Nice car JR.

  • @darrelhandgraaf7708
    @darrelhandgraaf7708 2 роки тому

    I'm delighted that the Jag is working out. I can't wait to see it detailed. Congrats!

  • @jagkubas
    @jagkubas 2 роки тому

    I have a jaguar f type s 2016. I had 12k miles this spring and i had a check engine light for o2 sensor. I read it was a warranty item and they fixed it no questions asked. I want to see you try this. Warranty on o2 sensors is 10 years 100k miles

  • @troywhite76
    @troywhite76 2 роки тому

    That car sounds amazing and the shifts are so smooth.

  • @gregio6295
    @gregio6295 2 роки тому

    Hey JR I have a 2015 R with a broken vent thats stuck, you mentioned you might fix yours would love to you do a video of that. Thanks for your videos!!

  • @IKhanNot
    @IKhanNot 2 роки тому

    I used one of those quick AC recharge kits on an old beat up Nissan Maxima I had years ago. Quick top off in May and it would blow ice cold all summer.

  • @TheFrowningLizard
    @TheFrowningLizard 2 роки тому

    Had a Mini Cooper S in last year for a permanent knock dectected.
    We went through everything, plugs, coils, fuel filter,etc.
    Eventually turned out that it had 95ron fuel in it when it should’ve had 97ron (UK). After 20 litres of 97 and an Italian tune up it ran perfect 👍☺️

  • @jdeltoro518
    @jdeltoro518 2 роки тому +1

    That was one of the hardest engine swaps you've ever done I personally like old schools simple cars. The more complexity the more troubles.

    • @simpleman3507
      @simpleman3507 2 роки тому +1

      I think the audi r8 was harder, I'm sure John Ross would agree.

  • @richardfarmer6570
    @richardfarmer6570 2 роки тому

    Great progress, car is nearly ready to go. You are right it does look horrible, can't wait to see it after a proper paint correction.

  • @tuffteddy1446
    @tuffteddy1446 2 роки тому +1

    Nice work, JR!
    Now sell that Jag quick!

  • @gabekekis7032
    @gabekekis7032 2 роки тому

    That’s awesome you got it fixed and driving! Sounds so much like a B8 Audi S4

  • @davidmorse5690
    @davidmorse5690 2 роки тому

    This is great news!!! As I said in earlier comments, my wife and I wanted to see this be a win. Great video!

  • @frankvanrijn964
    @frankvanrijn964 2 роки тому

    @WatchJRGo: if I remember correctly you can only read out the oil level when the engine has been switched off for more than 15 minutes, it's like that on most JLR products these days. Also Dynamic mode could have been written out with the tune, that deletes most drive modes and makes it go fast in every one. Not my choice, but that's what it came with for you!
    And thanks again for rescuing this one, I'm madly in love with F-Types, especially the supercharged Sixes! The growl when you start it up and then revving it when it's nice and warm... 😄👍

  • @greathornedowl3644
    @greathornedowl3644 2 роки тому

    Wow, congratulations - now to keep it running, but it is a sharp vehical

  • @ericbraun4233
    @ericbraun4233 2 роки тому +1

    Love this project! Bringing a sports car back from the brink. Please let us see what it looks like after a full detail...otherwise, great job!

  • @BentonHart
    @BentonHart 2 роки тому

    The F-Type really is one of the best looking modern cars on the road, and that supercharger whine sounded great. Color me jealous.

  • @admranger
    @admranger 2 роки тому

    Great job getting this beauty back on the road! Would like to see the steps the detail dudes do to bring the paint back to life.

  • @jonchapa5404
    @jonchapa5404 2 роки тому

    The ah at 12:50 . I know, JR. I know. Lol. Got a ftype svr and it makes me smile like that.

  • @leepaulison4928
    @leepaulison4928 2 роки тому

    I love the car and this series. I cannot wait to see this project finished.

  • @TeunS133N
    @TeunS133N 2 роки тому +1

    Stoked for the detail. Nice car

  • @ph03nixflame
    @ph03nixflame 2 роки тому +1

    So dang freakin' tight dude. It sounds killer!

  • @kurtbilinski1723
    @kurtbilinski1723 2 роки тому +3

    You noted that it may have been tuned. A tuned F-type typically consists of an aftermarket supercharger pulley and a reflashed ECU. If there's only one and not the other (due to changing the engine), that may be the issue. (I'm not the first to note this.) I wonder if some of the naysayers will now decide that Jags are nice...

    • @WatchJRGo
      @WatchJRGo  2 роки тому +3

      It's tuned for the smaller pulley, you can see it throws a temporary code that says "Non-OEM Calibration" 🍻

    • @timk.537
      @timk.537 2 роки тому +2

      @@WatchJRGo I'm sure that you're right, that it's tuned for the smaller SC pulley but the tune on these aj126 are typically for a the crank pulley which is 11.6% larger. This was the case on both my F-Type and F-paces.

  • @kevinsilverfox9694
    @kevinsilverfox9694 2 роки тому

    Can't wait for the full detail on this car, going to take some work, but i bet it comes out like glass... when you have a start/stop car, there is way more plumbing involved and wiring. Electric water and trans fluid pumps and plumbing, it's worse on a turbo because it also has air, oil and cooling running back n forth front to back off engine. Good job getting everything hooked up correct first time.

  • @RealRickCox
    @RealRickCox 2 роки тому +5

    I knew you'd figure this out real fast. It didn't seem like it was a major issue when you ran it around the block....

  • @hscoachhs
    @hscoachhs 2 роки тому

    I did a xf last year got it as a non runner and replaced the engine ...it was always unhappy and endless headaches ....I did get everything sorted after a few weeks but it always came back with codes ,not sure if it was ground wires or what but I ended up parting ways and cutting my losses

  • @cheapcargarage
    @cheapcargarage 2 роки тому

    Great Job! I’m sure you’ll sort out the other lights

  • @CarswithNash
    @CarswithNash 2 роки тому +1

    Nice work John and an awesome car.👍👌😎

  • @GrandMoffJoseph
    @GrandMoffJoseph 2 роки тому +1

    Used to live in NY state. You'll likely need glass cleaner and/or GooGone to soften up those tags before they'll scrape off decently.

  • @EinsteinSurfer
    @EinsteinSurfer 2 роки тому +1

    JR, you said at 11:10-15 you'd put a link in the description for "car-link, car-leaf, couldn't make it out? that you were using for the live info as you were driving the Jag. Really would like to check that out, if you'd be so kind to post the link for it. Thanks, enjoyed the Jag series, as always.

  • @died4us590
    @died4us590 2 роки тому +3

    I knew you would get it fixed, because you are like a bulldog when it comes down to fixing every glitch, and you always win. Good job JR, that is a nice looking ride.

  • @Whatsinmygreygarage
    @Whatsinmygreygarage 2 роки тому

    JR, another bad as repair. You do a awesome job on all the projects. Since you have a jag and a helicopter I think a James Bond thing needs to happen! Seriously awesome channel, I look forward to seeing it every day. Thank you, What’s in my Grey Garage!

  • @MegaFunkyskunk
    @MegaFunkyskunk 2 роки тому +2

    91 is ‘Premium’ gas? We have 97 RON in the UK, 95 E10 is minimum grade.

  • @GUARDIAN085
    @GUARDIAN085 2 роки тому +1

    Hey like my 2012 xkr for which the fType is based off of the oil light can only be read when the car is cool and in the on position, not with the car running....im 99.99999% sure...loved this video

  • @randomhero111391
    @randomhero111391 2 роки тому +1

    Watched the misfire vid at my lunch break....and now this one just in time for bed ... Thank you for for late night uploads lmao

  • @muffhelmable
    @muffhelmable 2 роки тому

    The car that brought me here was the S-TypeR - I like that this channel has cars others don't appreciate

  • @T.S.T2014
    @T.S.T2014 2 роки тому +1

    I’m glad your doing this Jag, it’s different to many other UA-camrs and the so predictable cars they always do.

  • @ricky_ricardo
    @ricky_ricardo 2 роки тому +1

    That thing sounds amazing!

  • @ghall7763
    @ghall7763 2 роки тому +1

    WOW $4.099 for Premium fuel!! I'm moving to Kansas that's $.80 less per gallon than here at home in Wisconsin!

    • @scoops0406
      @scoops0406 8 місяців тому +1

      haha, you'd have a heart attack in the UK, 1 us gallon of premium petrol is nearly $10.00

  • @boyblunder8889
    @boyblunder8889 2 роки тому +1

    Well done JR 👍 a great job and really nice video series … we’re going to make you an Honorary British Person 🇬🇧

  • @GEAUXFRUGAL
    @GEAUXFRUGAL 2 роки тому +5

    Just looked to see what a Jag F type is . It's considered to be an underated super car .

  • @nickhannaford3253
    @nickhannaford3253 2 роки тому

    Oil check is the same on the RRS of the same era. Only works with engine off. It also needs to sit for about 15 minutes after it was last run for the oil measuring to work. I miss dip sticks 😉.

  • @friguy4444
    @friguy4444 2 роки тому

    Hey what's with the Major Sound system in your garage?? Do you throw parties there or have jams?? That's a full on concert series set up you have on the mounts up there!

  • @nukedathlonman
    @nukedathlonman 2 роки тому

    Hurray, it's up and driving now!

  • @VanisleNSX
    @VanisleNSX 2 роки тому

    That Jag is going to clean up nicely.

  • @GenMaster124
    @GenMaster124 2 роки тому

    Glad the Jag is now giving you the smile factor 👏🏻👏🏻🇬🇧

  • @craigwinters9424
    @craigwinters9424 2 роки тому

    Wow JR, it should be a ticketable offence driving a convertible with the top up and A/C on. Top down and A/C on is where it's at.

  • @dlinemusic
    @dlinemusic 2 роки тому +1

    Congrats on 350k man

  • @eddiereichel9354
    @eddiereichel9354 2 роки тому +1

    8:43 just put a rock on top of the tank in the machine to trick it into thinking more refrigerant is in the tank than actually is

  • @julietaalves7084
    @julietaalves7084 2 роки тому

    Hi. I have an Opel Combo C (you don't have it in USA), that after changing the thermostat had so many DTC's that the engine didn't start. After cleaning all the DTC's, the engine started at first attempt... Sometimes there is things that reason don't understand... :)

  • @Mattmazz77
    @Mattmazz77 2 роки тому

    I've seen more codes than that. But always start from scratch like you did by clearing everything and see what comes back. Sometimes if it's started with the existing codes still on it like it did for you. It will cause issues with the way it runs. That's why you need to reset all the modules.

  • @kingofl337
    @kingofl337 2 роки тому +2

    Considering the tune probably killed the old motor are you going to put it back to stock?

  • @KellyJelly9976
    @KellyJelly9976 2 роки тому

    Saw a new truck on the road today - Rivia electric 'adventure' truck. Would be interested in your review of this.

  • @Guitarpiper
    @Guitarpiper 2 роки тому

    Things like "x mode unavailable" definitely sounds like a battery voltage issue. My XKR gets fussy when it's been sitting too long. Same for the TPMS light if it's a TPMS system fault message. And the power steering heaviness as I commented on the previous video. Hopefully that's the only issue and that it should be fine if you replace the battery and keep it on a trickle charger if you don't drive it often.

  • @TheHienax
    @TheHienax 2 роки тому

    did you try to turrn it off and turn in on???
    i guess that this time worked!!!
    I guess when you will change the second battery a lot of no sense will go away..

  • @the_ran_dumb_car_guy
    @the_ran_dumb_car_guy 2 роки тому +3

    Depending on the state you may need a license to buy Freon. It called a universal license. Allows you to purchase Freon anywhere in the world…. Never expires either…at least mine doesn’t

  • @MrMattDat
    @MrMattDat 2 роки тому

    Nicely done! One layer at a time and this onion gets peeled!

  • @BS-vw6qt
    @BS-vw6qt 2 роки тому

    Looks like a 😊 fun ride

  • @petejames023
    @petejames023 2 роки тому

    Don’t forget the battery drain issue if you’ve used the OBD and not disconnected properly. The car doesn’t fully shut down and drains the battery. Way to tell if the cars hazard light button is still illuminated 10-15min after locking the car it has the issue. Disconnect the battery to reset it. 👍🏼

  • @mikaeljonsson4686
    @mikaeljonsson4686 2 роки тому +1

    Yeah, watch JR go! 😉👍

  • @SgtRock4445
    @SgtRock4445 2 роки тому

    A lot of work but a very nice car! Congrats!

  • @scittw22
    @scittw22 2 роки тому +1

    I truly appreciate how work safe the content is on these videos. I typically watch these videos at work during down time. I can't do that with most other car youtubers as most of them are laced with profanity, off-color jokes, etc.

  • @kristofftaylovoski60
    @kristofftaylovoski60 2 роки тому +2

    Nice recovery on this turd, good work sir.

  • @BrentWolff
    @BrentWolff 2 роки тому +1

    You can just order a 30 pound bottle online. That's what I do, even thou I do have my liscense.

  • @raymondmumford6255
    @raymondmumford6255 2 роки тому +1

    Such an awesome series. Love this car 😃

  • @FudaFilms
    @FudaFilms 2 роки тому

    Nothing beats an Italian Tune Up!!!