Jaguar XKR Front Brake Removal & Inner Wheel Arch Rust Inspection
In this episode of Projects in the Barn, my son Tom and I are back at it with the Jaguar XKR. We're tackling the front brake removal, but after sitting for a decade, these discs are not giving up without a fight!
In this video:
Brake Removal: We strip the calipers and carriers, dealing with seized T45 Torx pins and heavy corrosion [10:00].
The Moment of Truth: We remove the inner wheel arch liners to inspect for terminal rot [37:00].
Rust Assessment: Surprisingly, the inner arches are better than expected, but there's work to be done [39:30].
Project Plan: My strategy for cleaning, welding, and painting the suspension before the new brakes go on.
If you love real-world DIY car restorations, follow along as we try to get this Jag back on the road!
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3. Video Chapters
[00:00] Intro: A Breezy Day in the Barn
[01:40] Measuring the Jaguar XKR Front & Rear Discs
[03:20] Teaching Tom: Soaking the Hubs with Penetrating Fluid
[05:30] Removing the Caliper Dust Covers
[09:45] Finding the Right Tool: T45 Torx for the Slide Pins
[11:50] Extracting the Caliper Slide Pins
[16:45] Fighting the Seized Caliper & Pads
[19:35] Removing the Caliper Carrier Bolts (17mm)
[23:45] Success: The Carrier is Off!
[27:00] The Stuck Disc: More Penetrating Fluid Needed
[30:25] Suspension & Wishbone Bushing Inspection
[31:50] Removing the Inner Wheel Arch Liner
[37:00] The Reveal: Inspecting for Rust Under the Liner
[39:30] Verdict: Is the Jaguar XKR Rotted Out?
[41:15] Wrap-up and Next Steps for the XKR