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by D366Y
Thu Apr 13, 2017 7:44 am
Forum: Parts For Sale/Wanted
Topic: Mk3 Items wanted. Money waiting
Replies: 23
Views: 5787

Re: Mk3 Items wanted. Money waiting

the big black rubber mouldings are hard to find with no brooken screws on it,and go crazy price's when there are new. I got some rubber mouldings from CCI a few years back, was at one of their show events they do (Mild to Wild etc.) as they have hordes of spares in the big ol' warehouse they have t...
by D366Y
Wed Apr 12, 2017 7:46 am
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Rear Wiper Motor Not working
Replies: 16
Views: 4367

Re: Rear Wiper Motor Not working

Thanks guys, I know how to get it all off without a hitch as I took it all out the other day to check the switch but other than it still clicking is there anything else to check??
by D366Y
Tue Apr 11, 2017 7:57 am
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Rear Wiper Motor Not working
Replies: 16
Views: 4367

Re: Rear Wiper Motor Not working

Did you get it fixed ?? No not yet! I didn't get a chance to try it yesterday, I did check the contact you mentioned, and noticed it was quite dull, scratched it a little with my keys to see how bad they were and loads of shit started to come off! It was pretty shiny underneath all that crap so wil...
by D366Y
Tue Apr 11, 2017 7:42 am
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Newbie question
Replies: 8
Views: 2691

Re: Newbie question

Thanks guys, hmm not sure about the strengthening bits been fitted to my laser, so what tyres do I put on the 7.5 x 13's ? Thanks Hi, Danny's got 175/60 on his and they look great. They do have a little bit of stretch, but that means that they are less likely to foul on the arches than wider tyres....
by D366Y
Mon Apr 10, 2017 11:11 am
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Stunning 280 for sale
Replies: 22
Views: 6213

Re: Stunning 280 for sale

Not sure who has seen this one or how authentic it is as I've not looked into it but this looks pretty sweet! Pretty rare as the seller says if it is all accurate, definite dream car material I think haha http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ford-Capri-280-Turbo-Technics-/292081243093?hash=item44016613d5:g:BNw...
by D366Y
Sun Apr 09, 2017 7:23 pm
Forum: Gallery
Topic: Queen Square, Bristol, April 2017 (Picture Heavy)
Replies: 34
Views: 9419

Re: Queen Square, Bristol, April 2017 (Picture Heavy)

Sorry we didn't get introduced earlier in the day Rob, my hello was me shaking your hand goodbye! :lol: (right before I decided to rev up as the rozzers drove past :doh:) Naughty boy, gave us a laugh though, especially looking at the cops faces :lol: I'm sure I will be back there again before the y...
by D366Y
Sun Apr 09, 2017 7:18 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Rear Wiper Motor Not working
Replies: 16
Views: 4367

Re: Rear Wiper Motor Not working

Is the connector clean where the tail gate meets the bar above the lights where to boot catch is ? That springy black thing is a earth I believe ? I once sprayed mine then my wiper didn't work worth a try Thanks for this, will have to try over the next few days when I get a chance to check, had to ...
by D366Y
Sun Apr 09, 2017 5:36 pm
Forum: Gallery
Topic: Queen Square, Bristol, April 2017 (Picture Heavy)
Replies: 34
Views: 9419

Re: Queen Square, Bristol, April 2017 (Picture Heavy)

Cheers for posting these pictures chaps, was a great day out I must say! An early start but well worth it, the square was packed! Sorry we didn't get introduced earlier in the day Rob, my hello was me shaking your hand goodbye! :lol: (right before I decided to rev up as the rozzers drove past :doh:)...
by D366Y
Sun Apr 09, 2017 5:34 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Rear Wiper Motor Not working
Replies: 16
Views: 4367

Re: Rear Wiper Motor Not working

Hey chaps, (and Chapettes) My rear wiper motor has always worked fine and never had any issues but since about two/three days ago it just hasn't come on at all when I press the button. I referred to the bible (Haynes) and as part of diagnosing the issue it said to check "the gearbox cover and ...
by D366Y
Sun Apr 09, 2017 5:10 pm
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Rear Wiper Motor Not working
Replies: 16
Views: 4367

Rear Wiper Motor Not working

Hey chaps, (and Chapettes) My rear wiper motor has always worked fine and never had any issues but since about two/three days ago it just hasn't come on at all when I press the button. I referred to the bible (Haynes) and as part of diagnosing the issue it said to check "the gearbox cover and g...
by D366Y
Sat Apr 08, 2017 12:59 pm
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Capri 2.8i with only 582 miles on clock from new !
Replies: 12
Views: 2658

Re: Capri 2.8i with only 582 miles on clock from new !

Amazing but mildly criminal! That could be me having fun in a quality classic rather than sat in his garage being a trailer queen :( Each to their own I guess... :agree: It should be driven more than it is, but I can also understand him not wanting to risk damaging it...... :? I understand not want...
by D366Y
Sat Apr 08, 2017 11:10 am
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Capri 2.8i with only 582 miles on clock from new !
Replies: 12
Views: 2658

Re: Capri 2.8i with only 582 miles on clock from new !

Amazing but mildly criminal! That could be me having fun in a quality classic rather than sat in his garage being a trailer queen :(

Each to their own I guess...
by D366Y
Sat Apr 08, 2017 8:18 am
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Newbie question
Replies: 8
Views: 2691

Re: Newbie question

I've just fitted the 7.5J 13" wheels no problems, check my thread on the members car page if you like, fills out the arches a treat!

The 7J 15" wheels also fit fine, seen them on many a capri at events
by D366Y
Fri Apr 07, 2017 5:53 pm
Forum: Cars For Sale/Wanted
Topic: Minder Capri For Sale on Ebay
Replies: 13
Views: 4042

Re: Minder Capri For Sale on Ebay

Andrew 2.8i wrote:There's no mention of an actual price anywhere in the listing though!
Rule number 1: If you're selling something, tell us how much you are asking for it!! :swear: :banghead: :roll: :banghead: :swear:

Andrew.
I think this is the angriest I've ever seen you Andrew!! :lol:
by D366Y
Wed Apr 05, 2017 10:41 am
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Who Remembers?
Replies: 1316
Views: 1839330

Re: Who Remembers?

Paul G wrote:Imagine a 17 year old trying to get a car like that insured today!
When I passed my test in 2012 I made calls to everyone asking to get quotes on my 1.6 Laser and the cheapest quote I was offered was £9k!!
by D366Y
Wed Apr 05, 2017 10:38 am
Forum: Members Cars
Topic: Laser + GL and now a 3.0S!
Replies: 357
Views: 366949

Re: Laser + GL

How did the mot go Danny ? Hope all went well and you now have five gears too :) So I dropped the car in on Wednesday last week, asked them to change the gearbox over to the new one I got from Rob a few weeks back and do the MOT for me and have a gander at the accuspark stuff... just called today, ...
by D366Y
Fri Mar 31, 2017 11:47 am
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Who Remembers?
Replies: 1316
Views: 1839330

Re: Who Remembers?

Used to love playing this as a kid! Though it did take an age to set up Setting it up was a great part of the fun! Used to have some of the accessories, arrange it all and spend ages getting it all just how I wanted it. Then you could have even more enjoyment by playing it. To be honest, my dad usu...
by D366Y
Fri Mar 31, 2017 7:53 am
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Who Remembers?
Replies: 1316
Views: 1839330

Re: Who Remembers?

I'll be honest, I've not understood a great deal of this thread but subbuteo I can definitely vouch for lol

Used to love playing this as a kid! Though it did take an age to set up
by D366Y
Wed Mar 29, 2017 6:51 pm
Forum: Members Cars
Topic: Laser + GL and now a 3.0S!
Replies: 357
Views: 366949

Re: Laser + GL

How did the mot go Danny ? Hope all went well and you now have five gears too :) I let it with them, they've had a guy go off for a few days so I said no rush just get it done when they can.... I will let you know as and when what happens! I also asked them to try fitting the accuspark I bought las...
by D366Y
Wed Mar 29, 2017 4:09 pm
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: plates
Replies: 4
Views: 959

Re: plates

danwalsh wrote:Would having a number plate starting C15 make my Capri any more desirable than the average c reg?
Andrew 2.8i wrote:Hi,
Sorry to say, I wouldn't have thought that the C15 plate would make the car any more desirable or valuable.

Andrew.
Will still look cool though!