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by dan the capri fan
Sun Nov 18, 2018 9:31 pm
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Is this Dans car
Replies: 41
Views: 10389

Re: Is this Dans car

Was the black Capri any body we new on here ? I think he posts on Capri World, a chap called Martin Holland. http://www.fordcapriforum.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=44654&p=287542&hilit=maid+of+ace#p287542 Andrew. Correct I remember when Martin told everyone years ago he's car was bein...
by dan the capri fan
Sun Nov 18, 2018 9:24 pm
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Is this Dans car
Replies: 41
Views: 10389

Re: Is this Dans car

Hi chaps its nice that you's are still thinking about me thinking this was my capri. Unfortunately this is not my car but is very similar apart from the one in the video looks in better condition and my electric aerial doesn't work. I would love to get my capri on a music video or tv program etc. Im...
by dan the capri fan
Fri Sep 28, 2018 1:49 am
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Anyone else sort their tackle out today
Replies: 12
Views: 2966

Re: Anyone else sort their tackle out today

I sort my tackle out every night if you must know :xd:

Joking aside nice mk2 capri by the way. :)
by dan the capri fan
Thu Sep 27, 2018 2:46 am
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: New Car Programme on TV Soon
Replies: 754
Views: 287724

Re: New Car Programme on TV Soon

One person who seems to have a love for the under dogs of car is Hub Nut check his you tubes . Hi Jason I'm a fan of his as well. Come across a video of his in my YouTube suggestions and give it a go. I instantly liked it I like his character and his car reviews. I've watched a few of his videos no...
by dan the capri fan
Thu Sep 27, 2018 2:14 am
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: New Car Programme on TV Soon
Replies: 754
Views: 287724

Re: New Car Programme on TV Soon

andyd wrote: Yes, I remember Used Car Roadshow :) 2007 ish https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bFqgS-IHmXE
Andy you beat me to sharing that link :) it annoys me when car tv presenters get the facts wrong when they should be in the know. 1028 280 body shells? Built from 1962-1986?
by dan the capri fan
Sat Sep 22, 2018 7:59 pm
Forum: Parts For Sale/Wanted
Topic: Engine bay stickers and a few bits
Replies: 8
Views: 2625

Re: Engine bay stickers and a few bits

Hi yes the stickers and screws are on ebay heres the links to the items. :) https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ford-Capri-2-8i-engine-decal-sticker-kit/253882337941?hash=item3b1c910a95:g:iEUAAOSw4CFY5~oi https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/FORD-CAPRI-MK2-MK3-STAINLESS-STEEL-RADIATOR-PANEL-AND-HEADLIGHT-COVER-SCREWS/...
by dan the capri fan
Fri Sep 21, 2018 1:54 am
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Next Year will be the 50th Anything Happening?
Replies: 95
Views: 18030

Re: Next Year will be the 50th Anything Happening?

I will be coming to this mile stone event for my favourite fast Ford's 50th birthday. I sadly missed the 45th celebrations at brooklands but I did buy a great DVD put together by Chris and the Surrey capri club of the event so i didn't miss out entirely. Does anyone know the exact date for the 50th ...
by dan the capri fan
Fri Sep 21, 2018 1:43 am
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Weber Carb rebuilt
Replies: 11
Views: 3313

Re: Weber Carb rebuilt

Hi have you had the carb reconditioned yet? As it is easy to do yourself. I did mine about 3 years ago and the cars ran spot on ever since. The auto choke works perfectly still which it didn't before. The genuine Weber service kit for the 32/36 dgav carb was £20 last time I got one and it comes with...
by dan the capri fan
Fri Sep 21, 2018 1:29 am
Forum: Q & A
Topic: Blue plastic lenses in dashboard pod removal
Replies: 62
Views: 10996

Re: Blue plastic lenses in dashboard pod removal

Hi my old standard instrument cluster lights were crap couldn't see anything at night. So I did the conversion to green LED bulbs a few years ago after following a useful guide that was put on here. It worked a treat a vast improvement from before. All my blue bulb caps disintegrated when I touched ...
by dan the capri fan
Fri Sep 21, 2018 12:58 am
Forum: Projects and Restorations
Topic: Core Plug Replaced
Replies: 10
Views: 4138

Re: Core Plug Replaced

Nice work guys its what capri ownership is all about helping each other out with work on each other's cars. If I lived closer Nick I would've been more than happy to help as well. :)
by dan the capri fan
Fri Sep 21, 2018 12:49 am
Forum: Projects and Restorations
Topic: Mini project - bumper corners
Replies: 7
Views: 4442

Re: Mini project - bumper corners

Thanks for putting this post up as i was thinking of what to do with my bumper end caps as ive had both bumpers shot blasted and painted satin black recently. One of my rear end caps has gone the same way as yours where someone has painted it in the past luckily I've got a can of halfords black flex...
by dan the capri fan
Thu Sep 20, 2018 10:14 pm
Forum: Parts For Sale/Wanted
Topic: The key with the torch ! But ?
Replies: 2
Views: 1283

Re: The key with the torch ! But ?

Nice what a rarity I recently got my original laser key torch working again. :)
by dan the capri fan
Thu Sep 20, 2018 10:09 pm
Forum: Parts For Sale/Wanted
Topic: My Project Parts For Sale
Replies: 9
Views: 3822

Re: My Project Parts For Sale

Hi are the wings and front valence still for sale? If so are they genuine ford and how much? Could you also take some pictures of them as well thanks. :)
by dan the capri fan
Thu Sep 20, 2018 9:59 pm
Forum: Parts For Sale/Wanted
Topic: Stainless Steel exhaust manifold for Pintos
Replies: 6
Views: 2004

Re: Stainless Steel exhaust manifold for Pintos

Hi I use a fantastic exhaust specialist not far from where I live called John Ashley exhausts in Walsall I've had 2 mild steel performance exhaust systems off them now and have been very satisfied. They make all the exhausts themselves and can make stainless steel systems as well. They can also cust...
by dan the capri fan
Thu Sep 20, 2018 9:32 pm
Forum: Parts For Sale/Wanted
Topic: Wanted shark grey drivers seat or material
Replies: 4
Views: 1430

Re: Wanted shark grey drivers seat or material

Hi I've got a shark grey Recaro drivers seat base for sale in good condition that I've had for a while if your still interested £30
by dan the capri fan
Tue Jun 19, 2018 10:54 pm
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: CRaP 2018? And update on me
Replies: 2
Views: 1146

CRaP 2018? And update on me

Hi everyone long time no speak I hope were all ok. Bit of an update on myself Im still working in the parts department of a Hyundai dealership in Birmingham, Ive still got my Capri which is still going ok touch wood. I own a White 1991 Ford Sierra Sapphire 1.8 LX which Ive had for about a year and a...
by dan the capri fan
Fri Jun 30, 2017 12:39 am
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Re: Capri Party & Rally Weekend 2017 (30 June, 1/2 July)
Replies: 21
Views: 9608

Re: Capri Party & Rally Weekend 2017 (30 June, 1/2 July)

I'm looking forward to this great weekend see you's all later today also this will be the first time driving the capri to CRaP myself. :D
by dan the capri fan
Wed Jun 28, 2017 10:43 pm
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Re: Capri Party & Rally Weekend 2017 (30 June, 1/2 July)
Replies: 21
Views: 9608

Re: Capri Party & Rally Weekend 2017 (30 June, 1/2 July)

Hi i was wondering how people felt if i advertised this great weekend on Facebook e.g on a great capri group on there called capri world? As it would be great to get some more capri enthusiasts onto this forum and get them to come to this great weekend even if it was just for a day. :D
by dan the capri fan
Wed Jun 21, 2017 7:50 pm
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: My new project..... Warning non Ford content!
Replies: 32
Views: 8240

Re: My new project..... Warning non Ford content!

That's lovely I do have a soft spot for mk2 golfs that looks like a tidy GTI. My mate from college who comes to the car shows with me has a white J reg 1991 VW golf mk2 1.8 driver which is tidy for its age and only cost him £900. He let me drive it after a car show once and it was great wouldn't min...
by dan the capri fan
Wed Jun 21, 2017 7:41 pm
Forum: Rant and Rave
Topic: Drink????
Replies: 14
Views: 4295

Re: Drink????

"Feck, arse, girls" I thought I would finish that quote off lol. :D