SERVICE & PARTS FOR EXOTIC MOTORS
Genuine craftsmanship with the latest computerized technology
Whether it’s the historic lines of a classic Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 or the headlights on a Classic Porsche 911, it’s the aesthetics and fine points of classic and exotic cars that excite some car collectors. MOTORUNIQUE specializes in maintain and services of unique motors like vintage, exotic replicas to one of the kind sport cars.
At MOTORUNIQUE we combine genuine craftsmanship with the latest computerized technology for diagnostics, service and performance-enhancing.
Repair Case Studies
FISKER KARMA – HV-battery module and HV-fuse performance upgrade
Exotic Fisker Karma
Exotic Fisker Karma is a hybrid, albeit a very fast, very expensive one, with dual electric motors in the rear of the car. The lithium-ion battery runs along the center line of the chassis for weight balance.
Fisker Karma High-Voltage battery balancing MSD fuse
High-voltage battery pack and High-Voltage MSD fuse performance upgrade
The high-voltage battery pack is the heart of any electric vehicle. An electric vehicle’s range and performance are both dictated by what can be delivered by the HV battery. This Fisker Karma is in the workshop for a new High-Voltage A123 Systems battery module and High-Voltage MSD fuse performance upgrade (350A to 630A) allowing the vehicle to perform better than it ever was even when new.
Jaguar XK timing tensioner change
History
Jaguar’s 4.0-liter V8, known as the AJ-V8, was the first-ever eight-cylinder engine from that manufacturer. Designed in the mid-1990s by an all-Jaguar engineering team, it proved to be a superb combination of lightness, torque, power, and fuel efficiency.
Problem Description and Possible Solution
On this V8 engine, timing chain problems are very common. Because the timing chain tensioners were made from plastic, they can fail prematurely and cause serious engine damage. A noticeable engine noise while idling or during a cold start can indicate a timing chain tensioner problem. The engine noise may also be accompanied by a rough or uneven engine idle.
Improved components are available from MOTORUNIQUE.com to remedy this problem.
No factory warranty
Jaguar Cars will NOT cover repair of the tensioners, or associated engine failures, on cars that are out of warranty, and of course all those model years are now past their factory warranty expiration.
Prudent investment
Tensioner replacement of the Jaguar V8 is a prudent investment because the cost of inspection and replacement (if required) is reasonable, and the car is in almost all other respects exceptionally reliable.
If you hear a loud rattle in the front of the engine, stop the car immediately and DO NOT TRY TO RESTART THE ENGINE.
Engine rebuild after tensioner failure is an option.
Bulletin No. X303-68 of February 2005, titled “Rattle From Engine on Start-up and Idle”, Jaguar states:
Issue: Some vehicles (1997-2002 MY- XK Range 1998-2002 MY V8 XJ) series may exhibit a rattle emanating from the engine on start-up and idle.
Cause: Failure of a primary or secondary timing chain tensioner.
New tensioner (version III) fitted on Jaguar V8-engine.
(Bulletin No. X303-68 of February 2005, titled: Rattle From Engine on Start-up and Idle).
