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So, enough of this lethargy. This evening after a bit of faffing around the 2.0 is off the ground and I will at last deal with the exhaust change that I have been contemplating for several weeks. Unless it rains! I even pulled the weeds up after the picture
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So the big bore 6” exhaust is being fitted . I bet it rains at the weekend now .
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I think the whole car has been photoshopped to look like it's on jacks - time will tell if/when Peter changes the exhaust this weekend
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My missus would have made me pull the weeds out before posting the pic!
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Nice work Titchmarch There's jobs I need to be doing too but I'd rather be driving it, hoping some of your enthusiasm will rub off.
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Of course its really hard to find those bushy green leaved Ford weeds now. It's all invasive knotweeds and Himalayan balsa these days
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So would mine if she knew anything about it
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Thought I'd blown it with the weather as by the time I got back from getting an MOT on the other one this morning there was light rain in the air but it held off and just started to tip it down a short while ago as I tightened the final exhaust clamp. So, at last, a job done
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Well done on your Capri jobs today sirPeter-S wrote: ↑Sat Jul 25, 2020 3:43 pm Thought I'd blown it with the weather as by the time I got back from getting an MOT on the other one this morning there was light rain in the air but it held off and just started to tip it down a short while ago as I tightened the final exhaust clamp. So, at last, a job done
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Jasonmarie wrote: ↑Sat Jul 25, 2020 5:15 pmWell done on your Capri jobs today sirPeter-S wrote: ↑Sat Jul 25, 2020 3:43 pm Thought I'd blown it with the weather as by the time I got back from getting an MOT on the other one this morning there was light rain in the air but it held off and just started to tip it down a short while ago as I tightened the final exhaust clamp. So, at last, a job done
And at least you have some partial cover and leg room there. Most garages are cramped with no room to move, and outside is always a risk weather wise when tackling any repairs
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Brilliant work Peter .Peter-S wrote: ↑Sat Jul 25, 2020 3:43 pm Thought I'd blown it with the weather as by the time I got back from getting an MOT on the other one this morning there was light rain in the air but it held off and just started to tip it down a short while ago as I tightened the final exhaust clamp. So, at last, a job done
Great you got the exhaust done fella. Great sense of satisfaction mate. I got Tickover to use those mikalor round clamps this time rather than the u bolts so must get B112 up on axle stands next few days and have a look at them lol:
What exhaust did you go for Peter. Was it a standard set up or Sportex mate ? Once again great work Peter
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Used them on mine tooFordoholic Nick wrote: ↑Sat Jul 25, 2020 9:51 pmBrilliant work Peter .Peter-S wrote: ↑Sat Jul 25, 2020 3:43 pm Thought I'd blown it with the weather as by the time I got back from getting an MOT on the other one this morning there was light rain in the air but it held off and just started to tip it down a short while ago as I tightened the final exhaust clamp. So, at last, a job done
I got Tickover to use those mikalor round clamps this time rather than the u bolts
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It sounds as though you've been busy with some worthwhile jobs, Peter.
So.....when do we get to see a photo of the weed-free parking area?
Andrew.
So.....when do we get to see a photo of the weed-free parking area?
Andrew.
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They are very neat aren't they Andy... But no one is gonna see them except us... and prob Andrew oh and Jason's dad loves a good roll around the floor at car showsandyd wrote: ↑Sun Jul 26, 2020 5:18 amUsed them on mine tooFordoholic Nick wrote: ↑Sat Jul 25, 2020 9:51 pm
I got Tickover to use those mikalor round clamps this time rather than the u bolts
I heard of these from Paul (pbar) who mentioned them a while back and I always thought I will use them next time I replace the exhaust. Thanks Paul !!
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Fordoholic Nick wrote: ↑Sun Jul 26, 2020 9:06 am I heard of these from Paul (pbar) who mentioned them a while back and I always thought I will use them next time I replace the exhaust. Thanks Paul !!
Cheers Nick They really make a good all round seal, no need for any paste or sealant.
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Thanks Andy.
Yes I can't complain with space. Apart from the area in the picture there is a similar size space with the other Capri in and, if necessary, I'm lucky enough (not exactly 'luck' as I built it) to have a decent garage that I can use if the weather is really bad and something has to be done.
Thank you Jason. A rewarding weekend for once
Cheers Nick. Yes a 2" Sportex system a that replaced an existing 2" system that I put on years ago. I've only got the 'tame' 2" tail pipe though. I gather some people have more inches than meFordoholic Nick wrote: ↑Sat Jul 25, 2020 9:51 pm
Brilliant work Peter .
Great you got the exhaust done fella. Great sense of satisfaction mate. I got Tickover to use those mikalor round clamps this time rather than the u bolts so must get B112 up on axle stands next few days and have a look at them lol:
What exhaust did you go for Peter. Was it a standard set up or Sportex mate ? Once again great work Peter
Andrew - for your delight and delectation ...Andrew 2.8i wrote: ↑Sun Jul 26, 2020 5:51 am It sounds as though you've been busy with some worthwhile jobs, Peter.
So.....when do we get to see a photo of the weed-free parking area?
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That's better! However, I suspect that the Capri must have distracted you as it looks as though one weed has slipped through the net....
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It's a self sown Snapdragon, I didn't have the heart to pull it out!Andrew 2.8i wrote: ↑Sun Jul 26, 2020 8:33 pm
That's better! However, I suspect that the Capri must have distracted you as it looks as though one weed has slipped through the net....
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