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by Rosso Russ
Sun Mar 09, 2014 4:53 am
Forum: Projects and Restorations
Topic: 1985 2.0 laser project
Replies: 25
Views: 9525

Re: 1985 2.0 laser project

Looks absolutely outstanding :-) What a find indeed - so glad its been saved and saved so well - great job :-)
by Rosso Russ
Sun Mar 09, 2014 4:48 am
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Tasteful, understated Capri on ebay...
Replies: 18
Views: 4125

Re: Tasteful, understated Capri on ebay...

A relic of its time - it would look different at a car show...however not sure id have the bottle to drive around in it!!
by Rosso Russ
Sun Mar 09, 2014 4:16 am
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: .Members Pictures - Faces
Replies: 152
Views: 211338

Re: .Members Pictures - Faces

Nice to see the familiar face Kelly - first time ive seen you since you bought my 2.0 Laser from me in 2002!!

Heres me with my Laser now:

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by Rosso Russ
Sun Mar 09, 2014 3:57 am
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Capri On Ant & Dec Next Week
Replies: 37
Views: 11547

Re: Capri On Ant & Dec Next Week

Was such a shame to see one getting wrecked - as has been said it looked in good condition. My girlfriend was in stitches at my reaction when we were watching it.
by Rosso Russ
Sun Mar 09, 2014 3:51 am
Forum: Cars For Sale/Wanted
Topic: Capri 2.0s for sale
Replies: 2
Views: 1553

Re: Capri 2.0s for sale

Looks a lovely car Jim, all the best with it :-)
by Rosso Russ
Sun Mar 09, 2014 3:45 am
Forum: Members Cars
Topic: Andrew 2.8i's 2.8 injection (Updated 4/12/2015)
Replies: 260
Views: 67162

Re: Peers.dupp's 2.8 injection

Incredibly fabulous looking 2.8 Andrew - a beauty and a credit to you sir :-)
by Rosso Russ
Fri Mar 07, 2014 7:14 pm
Forum: Members Cars
Topic: --
Replies: 12
Views: 3784

Re: 1986 Rosso Red 1.6 Laser, 39,000 Miles

Cheers very much indeed Dan :-) Agreed: there are still a few things to change (the CD player is going in favour of the original with new dash surround. In terms of the battery it will be getting replaced with a genuine Ford one. The leads and Coil im happy with as they improve things. Still undecid...
by Rosso Russ
Sun Mar 02, 2014 8:42 am
Forum: Members Cars
Topic: --
Replies: 12
Views: 3784

Re: 1986 Rosso Red 1.6 Laser, 39,000 Miles

Hi Mike, Much appreciated for the very kind words indeed!!! Thank the lord the correct gearknob has been now fitted thanks to your good self - it was really annoying me!! I used to be the same as you Mike - ive had a 3.0 Ghia and a 2.8i previously.....but the grin factor driving this one is off the ...
by Rosso Russ
Sat Mar 01, 2014 5:00 pm
Forum: Members Cars
Topic: --
Replies: 12
Views: 3784

Re: 1986 Rosso Red 1.6 Laser, 39,000 Miles

Thanks Dave, very much appreciated indeed :-)
by Rosso Russ
Sat Mar 01, 2014 6:21 am
Forum: Members Cars
Topic: --
Replies: 12
Views: 3784

Re: 1986 Rosso Red 1.6 Laser, 39,000 Miles

Hi Andrew :-) Completely agree on the tyres....they are still grubby after its journey home but will be rectified soon! In regards to the Black 2.8, although it was a supreme car I never really felt I bonded with it - I didn't really like the colour - felt that the Capris shape was somehow lost with...
by Rosso Russ
Wed Feb 26, 2014 10:09 pm
Forum: Members Cars
Topic: --
Replies: 12
Views: 3784

Re: 1986 Rosso Red 1.6 Laser, 39,000 Miles

Hi, That is a cracking looking car. :agree: I looked up the word immaculate in the dictionary and there was a photo of your Capri as the definition. Simply a fantastic car, enjoy! All the best, Andrew. Hi Andrew, that has made me smile!! Very much appreciated mate, means a lot :-) You've made the c...
by Rosso Russ
Wed Feb 26, 2014 7:52 pm
Forum: Members Cars
Topic: --
Replies: 12
Views: 3784

Re: 1986 Rosso Red 1.6 Laser, 39,000 Miles

Very much appreciated mate :-)
by Rosso Russ
Wed Feb 26, 2014 6:29 am
Forum: Members Cars
Topic: --
Replies: 12
Views: 3784

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by Rosso Russ
Mon Feb 03, 2014 7:17 am
Forum: Parts For Sale/Wanted
Topic: Just arrived - BREAKING 1986 2.8 Special.
Replies: 14
Views: 3496

Re: Just arrived - BREAKING 1986 2.8 Special.

Hi mate, looking for a Laser gearknob...is the Special one the same? Thanks in advance. Russell.
by Rosso Russ
Mon Feb 03, 2014 5:45 am
Forum: Parts For Sale/Wanted
Topic: Laser Gearknob Wanted Please
Replies: 0
Views: 597

Laser Gearknob Wanted Please

Hi there,

Hope we are well.

Looking for a Laser 5 speed gearknob in very good condition.

Thanks in advance.

Kind Regards

Russell.
by Rosso Russ
Sat Jun 15, 2013 2:05 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: 2.8i - What Oil??
Replies: 7
Views: 3393

Re: 2.8i - What Oil??

Can I express my sincere thanks for all the kind and helpful replies :)
by Rosso Russ
Wed Jun 12, 2013 4:27 am
Forum: Q & A
Topic: 2.8i - What Oil??
Replies: 7
Views: 3393

Re: 2.8i - What Oil??

Haha cheers mate, nah just not the way I drive, im a careful wee soul :D Ive heard from other sources too that a good 20w/50 is the way to go.
by Rosso Russ
Tue Jun 11, 2013 6:42 pm
Forum: Members Cars
Topic: -
Replies: 19
Views: 5321

Re: My 1984 Ford Capri 2.8 Injection

atomic4 wrote:A really nice unmolested 2.8i. You've definately got a goodun' there. :agree:
Thanks mate, much appreciated!! :) :P
by Rosso Russ
Tue Jun 11, 2013 6:39 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: 2.8i - What Oil??
Replies: 7
Views: 3393

2.8i - What Oil??

Hi there, I am going to do a full service on my 2.8 Injection (1984 53,000 mile non special). What is the best type of engine oil / gearbox oil / back axle oil that you guys would recommend? Want the best in it. Its a 300 - 400 mile a year fair weather car being lovingly driven, never above 70mph an...
by Rosso Russ
Fri Jun 07, 2013 5:06 am
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Fitting of Electric Aerial - How?
Replies: 4
Views: 1513

Re: Fitting of Electric Aerial - How?

Got this fitted yesterday - with many thanks :) The access panel is a doddle to come off - just 5 screws. :)