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- Tue Jan 12, 2010 7:11 pm
- Forum: Parts For Sale/Wanted
- Topic: wanted: parts / tools for head swap
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1215
Re: wanted: parts / tools for head swap
If you're changing the head, why not whip the manifold and carb off together, then take the carb off on the bench.
- Sun Jan 10, 2010 8:58 pm
- Forum: Cars For Sale/Wanted
- Topic: Not a Capri but....................
- Replies: 2
- Views: 811
Re: Not a Capri but....................
In the words of Inspector Clouseau........'Bermp'
Definitely need rid of this now.
Anyone??
Definitely need rid of this now.
Anyone??
- Sun Jan 10, 2010 4:55 pm
- Forum: Projects and Restorations
- Topic: my 2lt laser
- Replies: 88
- Views: 26801
Re: my 2lt laser
Looks like you got some good shut lines there mate. What's it like down the front edge of the door? How much did you have to pull it in to get the fit so good? Just wondering, cos sometimes fitting it under a bit of tension can be the cause of some distortion along the longer flat surfaces. Is that ...
- Sun Jan 10, 2010 4:47 pm
- Forum: Parts For Sale/Wanted
- Topic: Gear Knob Wanted!
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1101
Re: Gear Knob Wanted!
Nope!
Just been through the boxes in the garage. Found 3 that have reverse left and up, but none left and down.
Just been through the boxes in the garage. Found 3 that have reverse left and up, but none left and down.
Re: Heater
Maybe one side of the matrix is blocked?
Could be sludge inside it, or maybe a leaf or something stuck on the outside.
Could be sludge inside it, or maybe a leaf or something stuck on the outside.
- Sat Jan 09, 2010 12:27 pm
- Forum: Q & A
- Topic: Bonnet support gas struts
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3270
Re: Bonnet support gas struts
Thanks all, A little concerned over the stress put into the hinges, but will probably check a few at the shows this year then go from there. At least I know I can use Capri tailgate struts. Just thinking actually? Perhaps the ones that are too weak for the tailgate would do for the bonnet? It's not ...
- Sat Jan 09, 2010 12:07 pm
- Forum: Q & A
- Topic: about diff ratio
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3764
Re: about diff ratio
Sounds like a decent ratio for better acceleration at the expense of a little top end. As a rough guide, on a 4-cylinder Capri, put it into 4th (direct 1:1 drive) and the tacho needle should mirror the speedo needle ie. 2000 rpm in 4th = 40mph, 2500 = 50, 3000 = 60, 3500 = 70, 4000 = 80 and so on. A...
- Fri Jan 08, 2010 3:10 pm
- Forum: Q & A
- Topic: Bonnet support gas struts
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3270
Bonnet support gas struts
I've seen quite a few Capris with the bonnet supported by a pair of rams, similar to the tailgate ones. As my Capris tend to spend a lot of time with the bonnets open I'm considering fitting some, however;............. I've seen many variations on the theme. I don't know which struts to use. I don't...
- Fri Jan 08, 2010 2:53 pm
- Forum: Q & A
- Topic: 1984 LS: standard or modified? Show of hands please!
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5065
Re: 1984 LS: standard or modified? Show of hands please!
Personally I'd debadge it completely, keep it looking fairly tame/standard on the outside and tickle the engine/brakes/suspension a little. Some banded steels would suit it too.
- Fri Jan 08, 2010 2:51 pm
- Forum: Q & A
- Topic: 3.0S V 2.8i
- Replies: 16
- Views: 4726
Re: 3.0S V 2.8i
Made this point before (even though I've owned my 2.8i for 21 years now!)......forget BHP, it's low down torque you want for British roads and the 3 litre wins that one hands down.
Ideal Capri??? How about a 3.0S with 2.8i suspension and brakes?
Ideal Capri??? How about a 3.0S with 2.8i suspension and brakes?
- Thu Jan 07, 2010 8:05 pm
- Forum: Q & A
- Topic: a few general help questions
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2652
Re: a few general help questions
Yes, was lighter, but also stronger, thanks to the 2" box section roll bar.
Handled really well and I used it a lot to pull a towing dolly with other Capris on around Norfolk!
Handled really well and I used it a lot to pull a towing dolly with other Capris on around Norfolk!
- Thu Jan 07, 2010 7:51 pm
- Forum: Q & A
- Topic: a few general help questions
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2652
Re: a few general help questions
Oh great! Thanks for the support! That's marvellous!mickycapri wrote:omg the pickup one was yours? i swore that i would slap the person that did that when i saw if a couple of months ago haha.
I liked it though and it certainly got plenty of attention.
- Thu Jan 07, 2010 7:22 pm
- Forum: Q & A
- Topic: a few general help questions
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2652
Re: a few general help questions
Are you copying the 2.8i on Dan's site? Reg is 'VEG....... That's pearlescent white. Been around KLCC for years. Was previously white with yellow tiger stripes back in the early '90s Whilst you're on that site, have a look for my Capris. Should be my white 2.8i with the blacked out windows (still go...
- Thu Jan 07, 2010 7:18 pm
- Forum: Q & A
- Topic: Some unknown too me things in the capri..
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1799
Re: Some unknown too me things in the capri..
If the 'kill switch' works then don't get rid of it! It's an extra line of security that will, at the least, slow down a thief! Don't tell anyone else it's there though. Also, just make sure its not likely to get kicked by a passenger. Not ideal, having the engine stop if you're in the middle of a d...
- Thu Jan 07, 2010 7:14 pm
- Forum: Rant and Rave
- Topic: How a diff works
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2117
Re: How a diff works
Now, I've known for years how a diff works and it is simple when you look at it.....but no way could I have explained it like that!
My lad, Tom, has just watched that film clip and understood the principle perfectly.
What a gem! Thanks for letting us know about it.
My lad, Tom, has just watched that film clip and understood the principle perfectly.
What a gem! Thanks for letting us know about it.
- Tue Jan 05, 2010 7:01 pm
- Forum: Rant and Rave
- Topic: im new here, hows everybody ?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2507
Re: im new here, hows everybody ?
Hi Jason, I found another post that says you're in Norfolk. Whereabouts? I'm in Northwold, near Thetford, Nat is up near Walsham somewhere I think and there are a couple around the BSE area of Suffolk, so hopefully we can help you out a bit. In fact, I've just picked up a 2.0GL that I'm intending to...
- Mon Jan 04, 2010 7:43 pm
- Forum: Q & A
- Topic: Power Steering
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1938
Re: Power Steering
Seems a little bit 'having the cake and eating it' to me to be honest, cos loss of feel is the immediate result of fitting PS on a lighter 4-cyl Capri. Only thing I could suggest is fit wider wheels and tyres which will give more resistance and hence the illusion of 'feel'. Lowering the suspension, ...
- Mon Jan 04, 2010 7:36 pm
- Forum: Q & A
- Topic: over fueling?
- Replies: 23
- Views: 6141
Re: over fueling?
If you're going to swap cams again why not put a milder but still uprated one in. Mind you, it's more cost I s'pose.
Surely Stock or someone can advise on what to use?
Surely Stock or someone can advise on what to use?
- Sun Jan 03, 2010 7:07 pm
- Forum: Members Cars
- Topic: theif
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1646
Re: theif
Bit confused as you say yours is '83 and they had 'Capri' stickers? Is it the blue oval Ford badge you need, or did you have a chrome 'Capri' badge, as originally fitted to Mk2s. If the latter, I may be able to help, but will need to rummage in the garage a bit. Look at the 'Father & son Capris'...
Re: Brakes
I await correction..........but...................the M/C is self contained and shouldn't need any seal between it and the servo should it? I've never seen one there? The servo is merely a vacuum assistance that puts a bit of extra 'push' behind the actuating rod when you push on the pedal. The pipe...