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Sept 28, 2010 21:26:07 GMT
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Yet more outstanding work Tony. ![8-)](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/cool.png) I'm surprised you haven't had the engine/transmission/suspension etc out for cleaning and comprehensive detailing? Not having a moan, it's just that considering the standard of your work I'm surprised you haven't done work in this area? Or maybe you intend to or have mentioned your plans previously and I should just shut up!? ![:P](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/tongue.png) Keep the pics coming Tony, 'tis a superb car. Richard.
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Sept 28, 2010 21:11:07 GMT
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Very nice these late model Carlton's, particularly in estate form. What engine does this one have and what sort of mileage has it covered? If it were mine I'd be happy with just a smidge out of the suspension and maybe some Omega 16" or 17" alloys with the appropriate lower profile tyres. Really classy looking cars IMO.
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Sept 28, 2010 20:59:37 GMT
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NO DETAILS? The curse word didn't STOP? ![>:(](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/angry.png) That is bloody aweful luck mate, really feel for ya what with it being such a rare car. However like volksangyl stated, you were very lucky not to be taken with the door. Every cloud an all that.... Do you reckon you can find parts to repair it?
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Sept 28, 2010 20:46:21 GMT
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Sorry to hear about the bump mate. ![:(](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/sad.png) That's a really nice old Hillman there, 'tis a great shape. Are you intending to restore and respray it? It'd be great if you did. Firstly though, I'd go through the electrics with a fine tooth comb and replace/repair all the bad bits. You don't want any loom melting incidents or worse still a fire! Good luck with it.
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Sept 26, 2010 15:54:50 GMT
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Really lovely car Phil. So what's the story behind this then? I see you say it's been off the road since the 90's but did you restore it or buy it in this condition? What model is the 2300 S, is this a basic one? I only remember the GLS version of the FE Victor. I reckon the 5 speed conversion along with period mods on the engine would be great too. Personally I'm really not feeling the slot mags, for me the standard wheels look mighty fine in either trim/hubcap combo. Banded to 7" they'd look even better especially finished in black with them hub caps. An' how much better does it look since you hit it with the stick? Waaay better now. ![8-)](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/cool.png) Some new bushes all round and a set of uprated or adjustable dampers would really be great. In standard form they were very comfy but pretty "floaty" from what I can remember. Lets see some more pics of the interior and refresh my memory on just how big the boot is! Keep us posted Phil.
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Sept 18, 2010 17:21:44 GMT
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Do yourself a favour and throw away the points and condensor! Get yourself a nice optical or even magnetic electronic ignition setup and couple this with a Lucas Gold coil, 8mm silicone plug leads and NGK plugs - You will notice a big difference in cold starts, smoothness and MPG. Also you will prob. find the idle speed needs reducing down after fitting as the efficiency of the engine has now been improved. Best (and first) mod you can ever do on any daily driver once you've serviced and rustproofed it! Definately agree with the above. Points are naff in comparison. My friend's dad had one of these when we were at school some 30 years ago! It was a 77/R 2.0 Ghia auto in metalic gold, and boy was it gutless ![::)](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/eyesroll.png) However it was very comfortable, the seats were like sofa's! It wafted around and was very quiet. Superb car just needed the 3 litre Essex like yours. Great car you got there mate.
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Sept 17, 2010 19:35:26 GMT
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I know its already been said many times over, but your repair work is simply stunning. There can't be many people who are able to work to this sort of standard. Outstanding results Tony. I don't suppose you'll ever be using this painter again then? ![???](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/huh.png) Obviously he is capable of doing a decent job that almost meets your requirements, but why does it take him three goes to do it? Keep us updated and the pics coming. Cheers, Richard.
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Sept 13, 2010 19:55:38 GMT
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The standard of your repair work is very high indeed. The welding on those rear arches and inner wings is superb. ![8-)](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/cool.png) I bet it's gonna look fantastic in its new paint, keep the pics coming.
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Sept 7, 2010 19:57:24 GMT
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Absolutely stunning car, just love how straight it looks. I'd love to see some pics of the interior too.
Is the pre crossflow engine all standard?
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Sept 6, 2010 20:57:17 GMT
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Great rebuild thread, being done properly this time.
With regards to Por Metal Ready, what is the correct method of application? I tried some on my engine bay where I've welded it but it didn't really seam to fully dry out? Sort of stayed a bit tacky in the nooks and crannies. Are you supposed to clean or wash it off prior to primer?
Cheers.
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Sept 5, 2010 12:37:25 GMT
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Just read this from the begining. Already you have made a huge improvement, TBH I thought it was pretty vile when you got it. As has been said by others, the previous owner needs a good slap. He buys what was apparently a mint OE type Cortina and then ruins it in every way. ![>:(](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/angry.png) WTF was he thinking? Definately agree with getting the car back to the original colour and fitting the S type striping and back panel. Then with the other things you've suggested I reckon it'll once again be a lovely car. Good luck with it.
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Sept 3, 2010 22:35:22 GMT
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A nice and subtle but good quality stereo install, a definate result. Like all cars it does look so much better now it's been lowered - 70/50 FTW! I have just noticed you don't have a digital clock in your instrument panel? I'm sure they normally go where yours has "Polo" badge? Excellent car's the Polo breadvan's, I've got a mk2. For me the best shape Polo.
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Sept 3, 2010 22:11:00 GMT
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I love Minors, my Grandad had a couple yonks ago and I still love the shape. They are soo ripe for modifying and it's great to see you're doing this really properly. Nice. Loving you plans for it, proper suspension, brakes and a 200bhp Zetec are exactly what is needed in a Minor. ![;)](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/wink.png) I remember Nic Mann's one from years ago. It was frighteningly quick way back then - even now there isn't much that could match it. It was tested in one magazine (probably CCC) and it did 0 - 100 mph in 6.7 secs! And it handled fantastically on the track and hills too. A real beast of a car. I wonder what ever happened to Nic's Minor? I know he still races in sprint/hillclimb. Maybe he mothballed it as it was his mums car before being passed to him?
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Sept 3, 2010 21:41:31 GMT
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Yeah you got to love a 2.8i Capri. And yeah viscous coupled fans are total wibblepoo! I would just like to warn you about the hazzards of driving a 2.8i Special Capri. They have this horrid device fitted in the differential which can cause the car to slither out at the rear for some unknown reason? More often than not you are carefully approaching a roundabout in second gear, then when you introduce a spirited amount of throttle the car will slide out - often accompanied by some tyre smoke or so I'm told?. It really is a nuisance, but it is something you just have to come to terms with in Capri 2.8i ownership. Fortunatly they do have some good points too, leg room in the front is quite spacious!
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Sept 3, 2010 21:12:33 GMT
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I love all mk1 and 2 Cortinas, estates are super rare now. My first car was a 1600E back in '84 and I loved it. All these need to look good is a prod with the lowering stick and a set of period rims. Coool! Can I ask why you want to put an auto box behind a highly tuned Pinto though? I didn't think auto boxes worked properly with revvy engines? Deffo agree with the 'rack conversion, I always thought the standard steering box was the worse mechanical feature of them. Good luck with it mate and keep the pics coming.
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Sept 3, 2010 20:58:07 GMT
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Yeah those wheels are great - definate keepers. Another very rare Vauxhall being saved, brilliant.
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Sept 2, 2010 21:14:50 GMT
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Look at all that lovely velour, mmmmm a lovely place to be. Is that an unused spare? This really has the potential to be a real minter. Niiiiiice! ![8-)](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/cool.png)
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Sept 2, 2010 21:04:24 GMT
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I honestly can't remember when I last saw one of these Kadett C Estates. Some great pictures of a lovely project. It really doesn't look a bad example at all, especially when you consider how these were so prone to rust. I do like the your choice of modern GM engine too. Should be a superb unit to get some decent power from, particularly if you stick a snail on it! ;D The Manta gearbox's, whilst not the slickest of gear changes do have a nice solid feel nonetheless. However, 1st gear is way too short with a big jump into 2nd which TBH could do with being a bit longer too. A bit of a jump up into 3rd but then things are much better with good 3rd-4th-5th ratios. I do hope you restore this to look original inside and out. All the mods need to be mechanical ones in my opinion. Keep us posted with plenty more pics too!
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Aug 31, 2010 20:28:23 GMT
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Damn that's a seriously clean Estelle. Are these 1.3 litre - what sort of power/performance do they have? What makes it a particularly rare model though Dave? One thing though, I can never understand why Skoda utilised the side opening "bonnet"? By doing so you only have 2 sides for access instead of 3 on a normal arrangement. Anyone know what the thinking behind this was? Best order some Waxoyl and get it treated, keep it mint. Lovely example.
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Aug 31, 2010 20:12:20 GMT
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Give the rear of the bumpers a good go over with a wirebrush mounted in a drill. Then a bit of Kurust followed by something like Bilt Hamber Electrox grey zinc rich primer. Personally I have never found Hammer/Smoothrite very good at rust prevention on parts like this. As for the rocker cover though, I have used Smoothrite aerosols here with reasonable results. Firstly, a good degreasant is needed to shift the ground in oil and sludge. Almost neat washing up liquid and an old stiff brush can be used if like me you're a cheapskate. Then take it all back to bare clean metal with the wirebrush mounted in a drill. Personally I've found the surface needs to be completely oil/grease free before applying Smoothrite though as it tends to spot/seperate particularly at the edges. A couple of light coats initially and then build it up from there. It stands up to the heat no problem.
I'd like to see some pics of the cleaned up seats, blue vinyl FTW! Love that dash too, sooo wrong and yet just right!
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