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Old 10-15-2003, 12:33 PM
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hi i have a j reg 500sel that has started to smoke when in traffic and when you firtst start it.does any one have any ideas .</P>


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Old 10-26-2003, 02:06 AM
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Probably in need of a valve job. The eng is known for guides wearing out after about 100k to 150k miles. The bottom end will last forever as long as it's not abused.
 
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