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by mwillerton
Thu Jul 11, 2013 2:10 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Fuel Sender
Replies: 9
Views: 2502

Fuel Sender

Me again I have no readings on the fuel gauge or the temperature gauge. I have replaced the voltage regulator on the back of the dash. When i got the car the 2 wires to the fuel sender were not connected at all, so i have tried to wire them up to see if i can get it to work but seem to be getting no...
by mwillerton
Thu Jul 11, 2013 1:40 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: 2.8i front inserts
Replies: 10
Views: 3889

Re: 2.8i front inserts

I cannot see Bilstein anywhere on my struts, they are not blue and the bit at the bottom is just blank flat metal, no thread, so i guess they are 2.0 legs? This will make them 1" higher than Bilsteins...therefore i need -2" springs to drop 1" if i am understanding correctly????
by mwillerton
Thu Jul 11, 2013 1:36 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Fuel Pump Relay
Replies: 12
Views: 3796

Re: Fuel Pump Relay

ok. still unsure what they mean. Anyway i found these http://www.maxparts.biz/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=179&category_id=23&vmcchk=1&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=64 I don't need one i am just looking at finding a way of solving the heat...
by mwillerton
Wed Jul 10, 2013 9:08 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: 15" wheels
Replies: 9
Views: 2531

Re: 15" wheels

I have laser wheels on my one. I will be selling them when ive got something else to fit. I want wellers really Are you interested in a set like this... http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/4-Four-Spoke-RS-Alloy-Wheel-Ford-Capri-7J-x-13-Escort-/360683171635?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item53...
by mwillerton
Wed Jul 10, 2013 7:49 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Fuel Pump Relay
Replies: 12
Views: 3796

Re: Fuel Pump Relay

Any idea what the numbers mean on the relays?
by mwillerton
Tue Jul 09, 2013 8:44 am
Forum: Q & A
Topic: 15" wheels
Replies: 9
Views: 2531

15" wheels

http://www.imagewheels.co.uk/wheels/small%20cast/rs1_15inch.jpg I want a set of 15" wheels, RS/Laser style 4 spoke. Image do some but at £253 each they are a little pricey! Anyone know of any others? Also will 7.5" fit standard 2.8i arches, lowered by 1"? What is the ofset for a 2.8i...
by mwillerton
Mon Jul 08, 2013 4:24 pm
Forum: Parts For Sale/Wanted
Topic: needed for a mate 2.8 struts
Replies: 7
Views: 2627

Re: needed for a mate 2.8 struts

wayne smith wrote:wanted front 28 struts asap
Cclub has 2.8 bullies. Under £100 each
by mwillerton
Sun Jul 07, 2013 9:14 am
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Fuel Pump Relay
Replies: 12
Views: 3796

Re: Fuel Pump Relay

There must be a solution. Some sort it heat sink?
by mwillerton
Tue Jul 02, 2013 8:17 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Fuel Pump Relay
Replies: 12
Views: 3796

Fuel Pump Relay

The fuel pump relay (pink one under dash) in my 2.8i gets very very hot. almost too hot to touch. Has anyone come across this? Possible causes?
by mwillerton
Thu Jun 20, 2013 7:24 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: 2.8i front inserts
Replies: 10
Views: 3889

Re: 2.8i front inserts

Were Bilsteins put on the rear as well?

These are blue

front i think are not
by mwillerton
Tue Jun 18, 2013 6:10 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: HID conversions
Replies: 23
Views: 6096

Re: HID conversions

mellow-yellow wrote:You'll need the BMW E30/E34(Smiley) Lights for the job.

Ian.
Is that all 4 headlights?

thanks
by mwillerton
Mon Jun 17, 2013 8:34 pm
Forum: Parts For Sale/Wanted
Topic: MK2 Capri grill for sale
Replies: 7
Views: 2165

Re: MK2 Capri grill for sale

i am interested. will pay full asking price

thanks
by mwillerton
Mon Jun 17, 2013 8:27 am
Forum: Q & A
Topic: HID conversions
Replies: 23
Views: 6096

Re: HID conversions

which BMW lights do you use?

I still have terrible standard Ford units

THanks
by mwillerton
Mon Jun 10, 2013 1:32 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: RS Colours and Decals
Replies: 4
Views: 1390

Re: RS Colours and Decals

by mwillerton
Mon Jun 10, 2013 1:25 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: REAR SHOCKS OR LEAF SPRINGS?
Replies: 13
Views: 4826

Re: REAR SHOCKS OR LEAF SPRINGS?

Swishy wrote:
reckon that does look a bit low at the back. New springs might fix it - probs worth it if it's still on the originals/old ones.
:agree:

Might just be me, but the front possibly looks a little lower than standard as well.
i agree, front looks an inch or 2 lower. Back looks ok
by mwillerton
Wed Jun 05, 2013 8:46 am
Forum: Q & A
Topic: MY WHEELS. Better or worse?
Replies: 4
Views: 1130

Re: MY WHEELS. Better or worse?

what are your wheels? I likey likey
by mwillerton
Tue Jun 04, 2013 11:54 am
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Anyone made their own grille?
Replies: 14
Views: 2818

Re: Anyone made their own grille?

Mk2 Grilles are so expensive now
by mwillerton
Sat Jun 01, 2013 7:16 am
Forum: Q & A
Topic: New member from the US with a dumb question
Replies: 3
Views: 1123

Re: New member from the US with a dumb question

stevemarl wrote:Even though there hasn`t actually been a `Ministry of Transport` for decades.
Department now.
by mwillerton
Fri May 31, 2013 4:20 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: 2.8i front inserts
Replies: 10
Views: 3889

Re: 2.8i front inserts

[Why would you Fit the 4 cyl strut? quote="Swishy"]Yes - all 2.8i's had them. However, just in case somone may've swapped them in the 20-odd years since the car was made - you can check: Are they blue? (one sign they are bilsteins but not full-proof) - Is there a small nut with a tiny bit ...