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17-05-2006, 06:52 PM
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Starter Motor
Join Date: Jan 2006
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Hi
I am thinking of building up a Mk 1 Capri with a 302 windsor for club racing and hillclimbs. Should I buy a 4 or 6 cylinder car for the base? are there any differences other than the bonnet? I will be making it a manual, are there any differences with an auto and manual body.Any info would be most appreciated. I built up a TD Cortina with a 302W and auto years ago, nice car now i want to have a go at a capri. SL |
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18-05-2006, 02:30 PM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
Join Date: Dec 2005
Posts: 556
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There are bugger all differences between the V6 and 4 cyl shells (auto & manual), but I would advise getting an early car (pre 1971). These cars had an additional chassis rail which goes cross ways under the transmission tunnel.
The biggest concern with capris is rust, particularly in the a-pillars. Go right over it an expect to do a lot of welding. Putting in a V8 isn't as easy as everyone seems to think. Try and get hold of an unfinished project where all the hard work is done, ie strengthening kit added, steering, suspension sorted. This is where all the money and hassle is. |
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18-05-2006, 08:50 PM
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Starter Motor
Join Date: Jan 2006
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Thanks for the advice. What is involved in a strengthening kit and what modifications need to be done to the steering? Any advice or information is welcome I have a lot to learn. Thanks again.
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18-05-2006, 09:23 PM
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eskie freek
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: rutherglen
Posts: 1,083
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hey mate if u want a capri let me know as i have 1 for sale ok send me a pm thanks
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19-05-2006, 09:28 AM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
Join Date: Dec 2005
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You can get various strengthening kits, but from what I've been told, you still have to do a bit of fudging to get them to fit. Basically they consist of 3mm plates welded to the chassis to prevent the car from twisting. I've seen some twisted V6's, so fitting a V8 with twice the grunt would play havoc on the frame.
I think the steering/crossmember has to be lowered otherwise a special sump needs to be fitted. You should talk to someone who has done the job before tackling it. We are lucky at the Capri Club in Victoria to have a few V8 gurus and if I ever go down that route I'll have several experts to talk to. You should consider joining your local club as there is always someone willing to offer their advice on all issues. |
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