if i remember correctly they went to the trouble of fitting a new wing, but then sprayed it with rattle canspbar wrote:I have read that they regretted doing a Capri so early on in the series, as back then the production values were very low as compared to the later series'. And that they have it in mind to do another Capri, likely a 2.8.
Capri laser 1.6 1986 daily
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Yes, but all was well until they decided to lacquer them, then it went pear shaped.
That's what I mean about the production values of the early shows, everything is sent off to the paint shop now.
That's what I mean about the production values of the early shows, everything is sent off to the paint shop now.
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hi all,
just a small update, cleaned the boot and have put the rear quarters of the door cards in. someone has tried to put new speakers into the blue front cards which don't actually fit into the door so i'm just decided on what to do next
just a small update, cleaned the boot and have put the rear quarters of the door cards in. someone has tried to put new speakers into the blue front cards which don't actually fit into the door so i'm just decided on what to do next
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progress update:
i have repainted the front bumper as well as adding some clear indicators
Before
gave it a quick wax while it was off =)
and finished, thinking about getting some metal plates or some plates where the letters and numbers are separate parts, thoughts?
i have repainted the front bumper as well as adding some clear indicators
Before
gave it a quick wax while it was off =)
and finished, thinking about getting some metal plates or some plates where the letters and numbers are separate parts, thoughts?
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Progress update 2:
i decided that the blue carla check seats where just too uncommon and bad condition for me to afford to fix them.
so i opted for a better option which was buying another interior, this time at a better price and no one has cut speaker holes. these are half leathers, the passenger has been repaired but the previous owner and the backs and door cards are in great shape, i also have 4 front seats (-1 for passenger) to use to make one good seat out of. i think i might have to get it professionally restitched so i might get the fishnets done in leather too.
Do you think i have too many seats and cards?
i've also done a few engine things:
new chrome radiator cap
Braided hoses and better fuel filler
Black HT leads
i decided that the blue carla check seats where just too uncommon and bad condition for me to afford to fix them.
so i opted for a better option which was buying another interior, this time at a better price and no one has cut speaker holes. these are half leathers, the passenger has been repaired but the previous owner and the backs and door cards are in great shape, i also have 4 front seats (-1 for passenger) to use to make one good seat out of. i think i might have to get it professionally restitched so i might get the fishnets done in leather too.
Do you think i have too many seats and cards?
i've also done a few engine things:
new chrome radiator cap
Braided hoses and better fuel filler
Black HT leads
Re: Capri laser 1.6 1986 daily
Sweet ride, seems these are becoming very popular with younger drivers.
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Thank you mate, what can i say, they are cool cars haha =)Arya2.0S wrote:Sweet ride, seems these are becoming very popular with younger drivers.
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peers.dupp wrote:Hi,
I love a nice clean engine bay. Impressive!
Andrew.
cheers mate, i still have some work to do but it's getting there =)
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small update: bought an uprated rad as it was getting slightly hot in traffic and on long journeys.
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tomfairall1995 wrote:
How did you get the upholstery off the seat backs like that?
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it's hooked at the top and then there is a nut and bolt at the bottomJoshy wrote:tomfairall1995 wrote:
How did you get the upholstery off the seat backs like that?
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with the help of my dad i'll painted the rear axle and put wheel spacers on.
and after
wheel spacers
and metal plates
and after
wheel spacers
and metal plates
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Re: Capri laser 1.6 1986 daily
Hi,
Looking good now!
Love the metal plates, where did you buy them?
Andrew.
Looking good now!
Love the metal plates, where did you buy them?
Andrew.
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I agree love the metal plates......... I have just bought some for my car.peers.dupp wrote:Hi,
Looking good now!
Love the metal plates, where did you buy them?
Andrew.
Andrew I can recommend these http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/321413552350? ... EBIDX%3AIT. They are great quality and well worth the price.
All the best
Neil
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thank you mate =)peers.dupp wrote:Hi,
Looking good now!
Love the metal plates, where did you buy them?
Andrew.
and i got them from the same place neil said =)
Re: Capri laser 1.6 1986 daily
Great car! just out of interest what's your insurance like on it? I have a '86 1.6 too, and have just turned 20, looking to have it on the road within the year!
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She's just stunning I have to say!
If I can get my 1.6 to look half that good Ide be smiling all day!
Keep up the good work!
If I can get my 1.6 to look half that good Ide be smiling all day!
Keep up the good work!
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Hi really like all the effort going into this car, looking very good. I have a 1986 1-6 and been working on it for about 3 years doing hour a day after work, sometimes wonder If i will ever get to drive it let alone finish it. You find that restoring these cars takes you on one massive journey,including blood sweat and almost tears!. Keep up the good work.