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by GearHead
Wed Oct 17, 2012 12:40 am
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Differences between 4 & 6 cyl models besides engine
Replies: 1
Views: 1209

Re: Differences between 4 & 6 cyl models besides engine

Depends on your Capri's demographic but in general when comparing 2.8 to 2.0 (Sorry, only engines I'm familiar with) - Body strengthening - the V6 models utilized strengthening plates around the front struts (Not sure if anywhere else). - The V6's input shaft on the gearbox is longer, therefore inco...
by GearHead
Tue Oct 09, 2012 11:35 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Capri cold start problem - help!
Replies: 10
Views: 4198

Re: Capri cold start problem - help!

+2 for electronic. I went the Pertronix route with a Flamethrower coil. Starts easily, even when Canadian winter is on the horizon. It's actually kinda neat, because a lot of people judge a car by how easily it starts up. Right or wrong, it feels good when it does. Defo sounds more electrical than f...
by GearHead
Tue Oct 09, 2012 11:26 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: my capris running like a dog
Replies: 3
Views: 1312

Re: my capris running like a dog

I know it sounds stupid, but I once found that the distributor itself was loose, I could easily turn it by hand. It gave me grief for a few days while I was endlessly pulling over and tuning the carb to no avail. This probably isn't the case for you, but it'd only take a second to go look and see. M...
by GearHead
Thu Aug 23, 2012 10:16 pm
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: wisdom teeth aaarrrggg
Replies: 8
Views: 2194

Re: wisdom teeth aaarrrggg

Oh yes, I remember having my wisdom teeth pulled. Like you, mine were going to be impacted, they showed me xrays and explained how if they kept growing at that angle I'd run into pain later on in life. But I agree with Beakster, there is too much of this vibe over here in Canada over nonsense surger...
by GearHead
Fri Aug 17, 2012 5:33 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Twin 40s /oil leaks and starting problems
Replies: 4
Views: 1349

Re: Twin 40s /oil leaks and starting problems

Basic advice on oil leak locations: 1. Jack up the car, place it on stands and have a thorough look around. Its extremely helpful to degrease and wash the entire underneath of the car, get it spotless in terms of mud/grease/oil/ etc. That also goes for the engine bay. It's a good idea to do that on ...
by GearHead
Mon May 28, 2012 6:36 pm
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Where is everyone from?
Replies: 296
Views: 277736

Re: Where is everyone from?

Canada, in the Western region. Bought my Mk1 four years ago (when I was 18). I've seen a total of five Capris where I live. 2 are rotting in fields, 1 is being restored by my cousin ('76 JPS) and 1 is his parts car. And there's mine, a rolling restoration that has gone on quite smoothly. Basically, ...
by GearHead
Mon May 28, 2012 6:04 pm
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: spun my car tonight
Replies: 9
Views: 3529

Re: spun my car tonight

About 2 years ago I spun my Mk1 pretty bad. It was a bright sunny day, I was driving flat out :lmao: (dry pavement, after all). Coming around a bend I noticed there was a large puddle of water coming soon in my lane. As I steered left to avoid it, I was too late, and my rear right wheel caught the p...
by GearHead
Mon May 28, 2012 5:43 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: 1.0L Mk1 Capri
Replies: 13
Views: 4444

Re: 1.0L Mk1 Capri

You'll have to keep in mind your proposed route is rather unconventional to some of us, so don't be offended by opinions, just keep your eyes peeled for the facts. Only YOU know what you want out of your Capri, so if that's what will make you happy then do it up! Your Capri philosophy in many ways i...
by GearHead
Sun May 20, 2012 8:24 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: new capri owner, various questions and queries
Replies: 6
Views: 2062

Re: new capri owner, various questions and queries

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by GearHead
Fri Apr 20, 2012 6:06 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Fuel Tank Pressure
Replies: 2
Views: 893

Fuel Tank Pressure

Hi all, this is my first post here. I've been running into an issue with the carb's fuelling. I've got an Mk1 with a 2.0 pinto, 32/36 Weber, 4-2-1 exhaust system, k&n filter and pertronix ignitor electronic ignition. After I fill up with petrol and drive, the car is fine, doesn't require tuning ...
by GearHead
Wed Feb 29, 2012 5:10 am
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Haynes manual
Replies: 6
Views: 2196

Re: Haynes manual

Hahaha I think we can all agree on that one! But at the same time.. I mean, these manuals weren't written last year. You've got to keep in mind, the fellow doing all the work was working with a decent car to begin with and all jobs are just so easy and simple given ideal circumstances (which none of...