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by standard_Man
Mon Feb 12, 2024 7:04 pm
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Reasonable eBay seller?
Replies: 22
Views: 6653

Re: Reasonable eBay seller?

Thanks for the endorsement, as Peter S and Tom mention I’ve been around for a fair few too many years but trying to build up a bit of a spares business . Trying to remanufacture some parts also , the black anodised stainless screws i am especially pleased with . Happy to discount larger orders to La...
by standard_Man
Thu Sep 06, 2018 7:27 pm
Forum: Parts For Sale/Wanted
Topic: Never seen this
Replies: 11
Views: 3045

Re: Never seen this

Yes I have only once on a car, fitted to some Mark 1 Capris for a while, made of a rubbish fibre board so got wet and fell to pieces. Not an outrageous price. Seen a few for sale over the years.
by standard_Man
Thu Jul 05, 2018 6:46 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: CRaP 2018
Replies: 26
Views: 10154

Re: CRaP 2018

Sorry guys might struggle again this year , just remind me what’s it like to drive a Capri again ???
by standard_Man
Sun May 31, 2015 4:32 pm
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Rear ended
Replies: 19
Views: 6873

Re: Rear ended

"After a bit of a chat I was informed by them that the third parties insurance company is BY LAW required to set aside a minimum of £1500 to cover ANY inconvenience and distress assuming you were 100% NOT at fault or 50/50. Just figured I'd share this one with ya." Ambulance Chasing bullsh...
by standard_Man
Fri Apr 03, 2015 8:58 pm
Forum: Parts For Sale/Wanted
Topic: FREE - LASER DOOR CARDS
Replies: 0
Views: 848

FREE - LASER DOOR CARDS

Free set of Laser door cards, taking up space.

Collection Only from Chippenham Wiltshire

07968 184612
by standard_Man
Thu Nov 13, 2014 10:55 pm
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Where is everyone
Replies: 10
Views: 4060

Re: Where is everyone

Standard Man is still around and visits quite regularly maybe not posts so often. Sadly Standard and Stalker are due to separate in the following week. Daily Car is an nice blue 1.6 Laser restored about 18 months ago Busy working on an A30 currently. The 2.8 and the 3000 GT have decided they want to...
by standard_Man
Fri Oct 24, 2014 9:49 pm
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: NEW original parcel shelf on ebay....
Replies: 12
Views: 5249

Re: NEW original parcel shelf on ebay....

bought a new one for £30 about 4 years ago.
by standard_Man
Tue Sep 30, 2014 10:38 pm
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Car collection business idea?
Replies: 38
Views: 9645

Re: Car collection business idea?

I think you will struggle to make money.

Most can be driven, those that can't the bidder know how to do it.
by standard_Man
Mon Aug 25, 2014 10:44 pm
Forum: Cars For Sale/Wanted
Topic: 1982 4 Speed 2.8 Injection For Sale
Replies: 12
Views: 5730

Re: 1982 4 Speed 2.8 Injection For Sale

"bought a mk1 3000e on wed. "

The only way is Essex.

I know which I prefer.

Keep both !
by standard_Man
Fri Jul 18, 2014 7:48 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Engine Choice
Replies: 23
Views: 5713

Re: Engine Choice

The only way is Essex
by standard_Man
Fri Jul 18, 2014 7:25 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Best exhaust
Replies: 11
Views: 3970

Re: Best exhaust

Just gave away a stainless Janspeed.
by standard_Man
Fri Jul 18, 2014 8:41 am
Forum: Cars For Sale/Wanted
Topic: 1.6 Ford Capri Laser For Sale
Replies: 9
Views: 4152

Re: 1.6 Ford Capri Laser For Sale

Now Sold
by standard_Man
Tue Jul 15, 2014 9:55 pm
Forum: Cars For Sale/Wanted
Topic: 1.6 Ford Capri Laser For Sale
Replies: 9
Views: 4152

Re: 1.6 Ford Capri Laser For Sale

Laquer Red

What is your e-mail address ?
by standard_Man
Thu Jul 03, 2014 9:18 pm
Forum: Cars For Sale/Wanted
Topic: 1.6 Ford Capri Laser For Sale
Replies: 9
Views: 4152

Re: 1.6 Ford Capri Laser For Sale

Will be at the Laser Page Event this weekend.

Come and test drive
by standard_Man
Sat Jun 28, 2014 10:05 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Do you get wheel wobble on your Capri?
Replies: 28
Views: 8982

Re: Do you get wheel wobble on your Capri?

I spent best part of 10 yrs trying to sort speed wobble on JAK.

Everything was replaced bar dampers.

Solution, Bloody wheel disc covers (Keeps wheels clean of break dust).

Binned those job done.

10 bloody years !!!!
by standard_Man
Fri Jun 27, 2014 2:23 pm
Forum: Cars For Sale/Wanted
Topic: 1.6 Ford Capri Laser For Sale
Replies: 9
Views: 4152

Re: 1.6 Ford Capri Laser For Sale

Car Located in Wiltshire SN14
by standard_Man
Fri Jun 27, 2014 2:23 pm
Forum: Cars For Sale/Wanted
Topic: 1.6 Ford Capri Laser For Sale
Replies: 9
Views: 4152

1.6 Ford Capri Laser For Sale

FOR SALE GT Jak – this 1.6 Laser has been the family run around for approximately 13 years. In the time he has been built into a very reliable daily classic. New Unleaded Head and Cam fitted – Brand New Sierra Unleaded head and New Cam at a parts cost of £250 ,Aldon Electronic Ignition (£80) Full St...
by standard_Man
Sun Jun 15, 2014 9:16 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Do you get wheel wobble on your Capri?
Replies: 28
Views: 8982

Re: Do you get wheel wobble on your Capri?

I chased wobble on JAK for 10 years , finally binned the wheel dust covers and job done.
by standard_Man
Tue May 13, 2014 8:53 pm
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Capri Meet in 4 Weeks!
Replies: 53
Views: 12702

Re: Capri Meet in 4 Weeks!

Not a million miles away but commited on that day.

Good luck great idea.
by standard_Man
Sun Apr 20, 2014 12:12 pm
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Should I sell
Replies: 17
Views: 5779

Re: Should I sell

"I offer a loving home for all tired capris ;) "

Don't be greedy, I have already given you one.