S-Type Timing chain

[AvaloncheG]

Hi all.

I have Jaguar S-type 3.0 V6 Auto 1999  (VIN *L13052) and am looking for a new Timing chain kit for it.

Genuine OEM XR83320.

Can you suggest equivalents or alternatives?

I found the original ones for 400 euros, but a little expensive for me.

 

[LairdScooby]

It would seem the OE part is discontinued now so you stand very little chance of getting it, even if you've found it listed. However here's a couple of alternatives :

https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/jaguar,2000,s-type,3.0l+v6,1363294,engine,timing+chain+&+component+kit,5756

I've been using Rock Auto for about a decade, mainly for Volvo parts as my model Volvo isn't well supported in the UK and the predecessor to my S Type was also better supported in the USA than here and never had a bad part from them yet.

Even with Shipping and Handling (S&H) it's unlikely to come to 400 Euros but be careful with your local customs and excise - there is usually a shipping option that is more expensive than the others and this prepays any import duty that will be charged and delivers the item to your door without going through customs and the delay and charges that will attract.

It also gets round the fluctuating exchange rate - i bought something about 6 years ago, below the threshold (on the day i bought it due to a stronger pound/£) but on the day it went through customs, the £ was weaker and it crept just over the threshold - got charged import duty and a fee for the Royal Mail to send a card telling me this and a further fee for them to collect the import duty! If memory serves it was the fuel pump for my Volvo so the car was off the road for another week while Royal Mail sent me the card, i pai and then they finally delivered. Still much cheaper than buying it in the UK to start with though!

[JOE-DOT-COM]

hi

also have a look on sng barratt, they offer genuine and good quality aftermarket parts as well

theres all the part number and picture on there site

they also ship worldwide

[Russ68]

Just out of interest, why do you think you need a new chain? Timing belts need scheduled replacement, but chains can go on indefinitely if they're in good condition. What checks have you done to indicate your chain is worn beyond it's useful life?

[AvaloncheG]

15 minutes ago, Russ68 said:

Just out of interest, why do you think you need a new chain? Timing belts need scheduled replacement, but chains can go on indefinitely if they're in good condition. What checks have you done to indicate your chain is worn beyond it's useful life?

Computer diagnostics showed that the chain is stretched.

When the chain cover was removed, I could even move it with my finger.

Mileage 380k+ km (235k+ mi).

[Russ68]

Fair enough! 380/235K is a pretty decent mileage! I hope you find the chain and get it sorted, good luck 😉