The Reverend Bluejeans Posted December 13, 2017 Share Posted December 13, 2017 I wouldn't bother with a rad upgrade. The Pinto already has way too much cooling capacity which is why they take so long to warm up in winter. Standard 1600/2000 rad is fine m8. I'd be tempted to convert it to electronic ignition with Sierra bits though. danthecapriman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordperv Posted December 13, 2017 Share Posted December 13, 2017 When I un tape a loom, I start at the wires that branch off taping wires together about every 2 inches of wire, then move onto the main wires taping before and after the branch off to keep the shape and to keep wires in the right place then tape every couple of inches hey presto, you can then see the wires and replace/repair accordingly, nice and easy danthecapriman and AndySnapper 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordperv Posted December 13, 2017 Share Posted December 13, 2017 I'd be tempted to convert it to electronic ignition with Sierra bits though.They are getting thin on the ground now, id just use the parts that go in the dizzy and replace the points Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danthecapriman Posted December 13, 2017 Author Share Posted December 13, 2017 I’d retrim the bad seats. You might be able to sell the brown ones to cover costs.That's pretty much how I was thinking. The good brown seats still easily good enough to be reused in another car, if not mine. So I'd just be ruining good seat covers retrimming them. Someone else could easily use them.If I'm bothering to get a retrim then in theory it shouldn't matter how poor the black seat covers are as they'll be replaced regardless. Plus, I can supply them to a trimmer and they can use the original materials as a pattern for the new. I wouldn't bother with a rad upgrade. The Pinto already has way too much cooling capacity which is why they take so long to warm up in winter. Standard 1600/2000 rad is fine m8. I'd be tempted to convert it to electronic ignition with Sierra bits though.The electronic ignition will be a route I'm going down with this car. I've had a gut full of shit quality condensers and that seems all that's available now so I'm going to fuck the old points and condenser set ups off on all my oldies now.I've already fitted it to the Mercury and it's much better! Capri will be next, I've got a brand new kit for it ready to fit. Same as the Mercury, all the new bits are hidden inside the dizzy so you'd never know looking at it. Seems stupid to me not using these modern contactless set ups tbh. They're so much better than points imho.I'll keep the old working points and condenser in the glovebox as a backup should the electronic fail. Just swap back and off you go again. mercrocker, The Reverend Bluejeans, purplebargeken and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mat_the_cat Posted December 13, 2017 Share Posted December 13, 2017 I wouldn't bother with a rad upgrade. The Pinto already has way too much cooling capacity which is why they take so long to warm up in winter. The cooling capacity of the radiator won't matter if the thermostat is working correctly - there'll just be less time driving when the 'stat is fully open. danthecapriman and Christine 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danthecapriman Posted December 16, 2017 Author Share Posted December 16, 2017 Had a parts delivery today. Firstly, a nice new coil. Lucas part and comes in a lovely shade of gold, which should look nice against the blue paint of the engine bay! Also pictured is the new nyloc steering wheel nut. IMG_1006 by Dan Clark, on Flickr And my new radiator is here too. Original refurbished tanks with a slightly uprated core for a 2.3 Cortina.Looks lovely and should sit much nicer in the engine bay than the old radiator. IMG_1007 by Dan Clark, on Flickr IMG_1008 by Dan Clark, on Flickr mat_the_cat, purplebargeken, Low Horatio gearbox and 11 others 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
junkyarddog Posted December 16, 2017 Share Posted December 16, 2017 Why not fit the electronic ignition system from a sierra? I did it to my Mk2,quite easy to do and works well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Hooli Posted December 16, 2017 Share Posted December 16, 2017 I think he said earlier Sierra parts are starting to get difficult to source. danthecapriman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
junkyarddog Posted December 16, 2017 Share Posted December 16, 2017 Mine came from a 1990 sapphire 1.6. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richardthestag Posted December 16, 2017 Share Posted December 16, 2017 Is that vinylcote any good? I always imagine it looking the part when it's just been applied, then as soon as you sit on it it cracks leaving the base colour showing through the cracks. Or it Rubs off on your trousers!I'm not sure the best way to tackle the interior tbh. A part of me wants to get the best from both interiors and retrim the brown seats into new black half vinyl as originally fitted. But then I think how much of a shame it'd be to destroy the brown seats as they're still in such good original nik. Someone could make good use of those! If only they were black! My steering wheel is the big two spoke jobby, same as the mk1 facelift. The later mk2's had a different wheel again. Mines got the optional leather factory cover over the wheel rim too. There are different products available. I used one by Kolorbond check fro post #142 http://autoshite.com/topic/27887-rupert-the-stag-seat-refurb-page5/page-5 as with anything being painted it is all in the prep. my paint hasnt lifted nor stuck to my clothes. Got wet and had no adverse effects would use this companies products again Skizzer, danthecapriman and purplebargeken 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D Spares & Tyres Posted December 16, 2017 Share Posted December 16, 2017 I think he said earlier Sierra parts are starting to get difficult to source.Technically I still own a mk1 Sierra Estate. Was field bangered then left to rot. Pretty sure its still there... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noel Tidybeard Posted December 17, 2017 Share Posted December 17, 2017 Why not fit the electronic ignition system from a sierra? I did it to my Mk2,quite easy to do and works well. did the mk5 scrote have electronic ign on the 1.3 pushiron or a fraud Kac- not that you would find a rotton one of those in the scrappy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mk2_craig Posted December 17, 2017 Share Posted December 17, 2017 The ohv stuff was all electronic distributorless by the 1990s, something like a twin coil in place of the dizzy itself plus a brain on the bulkhead or whatever. I suspect you're on a hiding to nothing trying to transplant all that onto a lump from a different era. danthecapriman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danthecapriman Posted December 17, 2017 Author Share Posted December 17, 2017 The ohv stuff was all electronic distributorless by the 1990s, something like a twin coil in place of the dizzy itself plus a brain on the bulkhead or whatever. I suspect you're on a hiding to nothing trying to transplant all that onto a lump from a different era.Yeah, it sounds like a nightmare job trying to put all that onto a 70's engine. It wouldn't save you anything either given the availability of off the shelf electronic ignition kits specifically designed for this engine and dizzy. They aren't that expensive either really. I've already got the complete kit waiting in the garage! purplebargeken and eddyramrod 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeeJay Posted December 26, 2017 Share Posted December 26, 2017 On wheeler dealers they've just had a new wiring loom made for a Chevrolet Camero.About £500, but they showed the process.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xw3v3LmpQUAbout 22mins in. danthecapriman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nigel bickle Posted December 26, 2017 Share Posted December 26, 2017 New loom? Auto sparks will tailor make you one, to your spec ( loom covering, additional fog lights etc ) in about 3 weeks. Not expensive, as I remember, good quality, works well. Based in Bucks - I think? Skizzer, eddyramrod, danthecapriman and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danthecapriman Posted January 23, 2018 Author Share Posted January 23, 2018 Ok lads and lasses. The moment we've all been waiting for has finally arrived!! That's right. The Capri is now painted, in full! This now marks an end to the biggest and grimmest chapter in this tale of woe and despair... *The bodywork is completely and utterly 100% finished* It feels so good to finally be able to say that. The car is not only fully painted but for the first time in almost two years she's sitting on her wheels again. The axles, suspension, wheels & tyres, and some other assorted bits and bobs are fitted and it's now rolling again.I'm so happy right now you would not believe! Finally, after all that... Anyway, back down to earth.Pics are to follow as soon as I can, I've not seen it myself yet just had the nod to say it's done. I'm very busy from now until Monday so it's unlikely I'll be able to do anything until at least next week sadly but rest assured I'm on it. Next step is to sort which bits are going on next before the car comes home for me to finish off.The engine, gearbox and prop will be getting fitted by the guys I'm using (saves me the grief of lifting that into a nice freshly painted shell!).The front and rear screens and bonded rear 1/4 glass will also be getting done by them as I've got a hatred for glass fitting, these will be going in with brand new rubbers and trims all round.And the new headlining. This will have to go in before the windscreen as it tucks up under the screen rubber so might aswell be done at the same time.All of this I have sitting here at home ready to go so once I know what they want and I've got a time to deliver it all I'll go down and do that then inspect (and photograph!) my gorgeous Miami blue as good as new Capri. Stay tuned... Coprolalia, eddyramrod, D Spares & Tyres and 34 others 37 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddyramrod Posted January 23, 2018 Share Posted January 23, 2018 YAYYYY! danthecapriman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skizzer Posted January 23, 2018 Share Posted January 23, 2018 Brilliant news Can’t wait for the photos! danthecapriman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danthecapriman Posted January 23, 2018 Author Share Posted January 23, 2018 It's such a relief now I tell you! I can un-clench for the first time in two years! I'd be down there getting pics this week if I could but work commitments and a family funeral mean it's just not happening this week no chance. Shit really but there you go. Still, it's going really rather well now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordperv Posted January 23, 2018 Share Posted January 23, 2018 Fantastic, I can't wait to see pictures danthecapriman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeeExEll Posted January 23, 2018 Share Posted January 23, 2018 That's great news Dan. Time to put that 1:1 scale model Cappa together now danthecapriman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Felly Magic Posted January 23, 2018 Share Posted January 23, 2018 Good news there DTCM danthecapriman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeeJay Posted January 23, 2018 Share Posted January 23, 2018 This is going to be the longest week of your life. danthecapriman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tamworthbay Posted January 23, 2018 Share Posted January 23, 2018 Great news, cant wait for pics! danthecapriman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndySnapper Posted January 23, 2018 Share Posted January 23, 2018 Great news, cant wait for pics!Well done Dan Sent from my SM-G955F using Tapatalk danthecapriman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mat_the_cat Posted January 23, 2018 Share Posted January 23, 2018 That's right. The Capri is now painted, in full! Yay! Pics are to follow as soon as I can Oh you bugger! danthecapriman, mk2_craig and yellowperil 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danthecapriman Posted January 23, 2018 Author Share Posted January 23, 2018 Yay! Oh you bugger!Sorry!I promise they'll follow shortly, it's just come at a time when I don't have any time sadly. I've been assured it looks absolutely awesome though! mat_the_cat and alf892 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UltraWomble Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 danthecapriman and DeeJay 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purplebargeken Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 Such a lot of time, money and clenching but I am sure it will be one of the best examples around. I amongst others cannot fucking wait to see the pictures. danthecapriman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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