Sportex exhaust for mk3 2.8i v6
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Sportex exhaust for mk3 2.8i v6
https://www.sportexdirect.co.uk/capri-1 ... 00-703.php
Has anybody used one of theses exhausts on their 2.8i,
If so how do you rate it please as I’m looking to buy one?
Has anybody used one of theses exhausts on their 2.8i,
If so how do you rate it please as I’m looking to buy one?
Re: Sportex exhaust for mk3 2.8i v6
Same system but cheaper! https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ford-Capri-2 ... OSwryVe1UA~ I bought my Sportex Manifolds from this seller and can highly recommend
Sportex sound nice but can be a pain to fit so I've read. Sometime may be needed in adjusting so rear boxes don't hit rear leaf spring.
More expensive but stainless steel and the seller is on this forum (Turbo t) https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ford-capri-2 ... Sw1ZJehKRs
I've got a Janspeed that are only made to order now direct from Janspeed. More expensive than above and about a 2 month wait, but they do sound great
Sportex sound nice but can be a pain to fit so I've read. Sometime may be needed in adjusting so rear boxes don't hit rear leaf spring.
More expensive but stainless steel and the seller is on this forum (Turbo t) https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ford-capri-2 ... Sw1ZJehKRs
I've got a Janspeed that are only made to order now direct from Janspeed. More expensive than above and about a 2 month wait, but they do sound great
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Re: Sportex exhaust for mk3 2.8i v6
I think some people have problems with sportex and some don't - I had an issue with one of mine but the second one was fine (granted it was a pinto not a 2.8 though). I almost get the feeling that they're just made in batches and some are fine and others aren't?
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Re: Sportex exhaust for mk3 2.8i v6
I had several clearance issues on the Sportex on my 2.8 but that was down to the way it was fitted by the PO. A bit of time spent slackening off clamps then carefully rotating and moving each part in turn met with complete success.
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Re: Sportex exhaust for mk3 2.8i v6
Thank you all!
Very useful as normal
Very useful as normal
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Re: Sportex exhaust for mk3 2.8i v6
I eventually did the same thing and solved the problem I had with the PintoNot_Anumber wrote: ↑Thu Jul 02, 2020 10:22 am I had several clearance issues on the Sportex on my 2.8 but that was down to the way it was fitted by the PO. A bit of time spent slackening off clamps then carefully rotating and moving each part in turn met with complete success.
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Re: Sportex exhaust for mk3 2.8i v6
Be warned, it's an exhausting job if you intend to fit them yourself, but if you insist then best get it out your system now.
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Re: Sportex exhaust for mk3 2.8i v6
There's a guy on Capriworld (Mike Ede) whos just posted up a 2.8 Sportex with Manifold for sale. £200.
For sale. Complete sportex exhaust for a 2.8i including manifolds. Labels still on mid and rear sections. £200
For sale. Complete sportex exhaust for a 2.8i including manifolds. Labels still on mid and rear sections. £200
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Re: Sportex exhaust for mk3 2.8i v6
Sportex systems I personally think are great value for money and really sound great. They are making them to order at the moment and all suppliers Inc sportex direct are working on approx 10days delivery. I been talking with a few of them as am getting a small upgrade on my 2"system
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Re: Sportex exhaust for mk3 2.8i v6
Got a sportex on my Mk3 2.8 - I don't have any clearance issues to speak of (just go over bumps in the usual careful way) and everyone comments on how mean the car sounds - just perfect. Can't compare to others (janspeed etc) though as only ever had the sportex. -