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There is a additive you can use that is made to free off sticky valve lifters Ive never used one so can't comment .----But i have heard of --Wynns Hydraulic Valve Lifter Treatment --Get it from Halfords I would think it would be cheaper than letting it get too bad and then have to replace parts.???? Frank

I agree with Ron a oil change would perhaps cure the problem because it sounds to be a automatic tappet adjuster sticking they work on oil pressure so when you flip the throttle the pressure adjusts it .??? Frank

Hi Russ I'm not a betting man but from what the fitter who cured my problem said ??I would say your trouble is down to the drivers door lock.??? Frank

Hi haydn I had a problem with my locks mine is a X type but it could be the same .???? It started with the drivers door not locking with the fob I had to lock and unlock it with the key not always but it was anoying.??? I took it to the small garage I use-- its a one man garage but he's good and this is what he did==== Opened the drivers window then put the key in the ignition and turned it on then holding the inside drivers door handle he locked and unlocked the door with the small lever just above the inside door handle you could hear all the locks going in and out so he then squirted WD 40 useing the small red pipe right into the inside door handle and also the door lock itself then worked the small lever a few times again .??? He did say to me if it keeps doing it I will need a new drivers door lock ---Ive used the car about 10 times since and its done it once so fingers X. Frank

Hi Mark I would'nt hate that colour I think it's great very classy a beautiful looking car . Frank

Yes a great actor its a sad loss ---RIP Frank

Hi Pieter I had 2 new sills fitted on my X Type costing just under £500 but well worth it I love the car and if something really goes wrong I would have another ==But like Peter said you have a great car there and its well worth doing Frank

Hi Garry A big welcome to the club its one big happy family here and I wish you a great experience with your S Type . Frank

I was thinking that when the coil got hot if faulty it would break down .??? a few years back the coils used to give a problem like this .??? The same as you I'm trying to think what could fail on warm up. Frank

Hi Mark If I can just ask is it as the car reaches running temp or is it after a period of time I ask this because on a petrol engine in the days before all these sensors I would have said its the coil .???? Over heating and breaking down. Frank

Hi Tom try this one ---- http://www.carbreakers-uk.com/buy-online.asp Frank

Hi Phil I agree with Peter and just add ---Always buy a good heavy battery so it can cope with all the elec's easy as that pays in the long run . Frank.

Hi Ron I down loaded the one I think you mean But Ive tried but cant get it back on here.????? Frank

Hi Brian The book tells me its in the Engine Compartment Fuse box ??? number 6 if that helps.?? Frank

Great idea and like Ron said thats what its all about being helpful to others. Frank

Hi David --If I was you I would check the pipes really well -You say the pipes are leak free but is there any sign of a kink and what is there condition I've known them to break up inside ???? Just a thought !!! all the best in finding the answer. Frank

Hi Michael ---I still think its the exaust system by the way you explain it --Sorry to hear you cant find where it is because I know from experiance it can be very annoying ----.Keep trying :wacko: Frank

I also like this one.??? 4" Long x 1 1/4" Dia. Frank

lack Plastic Antislip Foot Rest Pedal 24.7cm Long for Car $11.24 Buy It Now Free Shipping Name Foot Rest Pedal. Pedal Size (Approx. ) 24.7 x 9cm/ 9.7" x 3.5" (L*W) 1 x Foot Rest Pedal. This is spare pedal for the rest of your left foot. Pehaps something like this on ebay.????? Frank

Hi Christopher Welcome to the club you will find us very friendly and helpful --I slowed down a while back as I am now 76 I find i'm not in a hurry anymore so I just enjoy the ride. all the best Frank

Hi Michael--Sounds as though its something to do with the exaust I think you need to get under the car and shake the exaust pipes .?? You didnt say what engine you have and what pipes .???? Frank

Hi Philip----It sound as though your only answer would be to have some one put some heat on the nut then 9 out of 10 it will shift .???? A local garage some where will do it for you .??? Frank

Hi Roy --Welcome--- That is one beautiful looking car and I hope you enjoy it too the full You will find the club very freindly and helpful . Frank

Hi Brian -Welcome--It sounds as though you have a live feed going to earth somewhere .??? I think if it was me I would be checking the mirrors first to see if you have a wire off or something like that .??? Frank

Hi Gordon -- Welcome to the Club and welcome to the Jaguar experience . You will find us all very friendly and we are here to help if needed-- Your X Type sounds really good so keep in touch . Frank