Mercury Capri Project Car

Jamaica · 08-22-2010, 05:26 PM

Looks in good condition so far. Keep it up

Zaggeron · 08-22-2010, 05:57 PM

Shaping up as a sweet little ride! Is a conversion to RWD on the agenda?

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bigaudiofanat · 08-22-2010, 06:15 PM

Who knows I am not sure what that all involves but it would make it even more fun in the corners.

bigaudiofanat · 08-22-2010, 06:22 PM

Well finally got the oil changed, and that radiator fluid is actually after being drained and putting in flush. After draining that I ran water through and than put fresh radiator fluid in. I also recharged the A/C today, I think I got it charged pretty well for the first time doing it.

Also cleaned up the engine bay a bit.

ChrisSlicks · 08-22-2010, 06:28 PM

Looking good!

If it is still running rough cold check for vacuum leaks and stuck PVC valve. Other than that the ECU may not be detecting it as a cold start and giving it enough fuel.

bigaudiofanat · 08-22-2010, 06:30 PM

Ya when we drove it up on the ramps it started right up and after the fluids were changed it started right up so I think it is finally knowing where it needs to be. I am going to check the pvc valve anyway.

AK370Z · 08-24-2010, 10:26 PM

wow.. holy sh*t! this car is coming along great! Heck my exhaust system costs 4 times this car

. Dude, next time I'm in your area, we can so drive with the tops down!

Good luck with the project.

bigaudiofanat · 08-24-2010, 10:45 PM

Thank you for the comments! I look forward to that AK that is going to be a fun day.

bigaudiofanat · 08-24-2010, 11:16 PM

Tomorrow envolves two things.

Sanding and painting parts.

bigaudiofanat · 08-26-2010, 04:05 PM

Ya sorry but I will not let you down. This is going to turn into a nice fun car.

Today installed the head unit tomorrow going to start a sub box and saturday will install new speakers.

Everything soldered and heat shrink

Installed

Videos up soon

I have to install the subs in the trunk there probably will not be enough depth behind the rear seats.

CBRich · 08-28-2010, 09:06 AM

So when is that valve cover coming off to be painted? It's struggling.

bigaudiofanat · 08-28-2010, 09:59 AM

I do not know if I will. This winter the engine is coming out for a new one but if it does not, it will come off this fall.

A leak was found late yesterday, going to need a new water pump.

bigaudiofanat · 08-28-2010, 01:56 PM

Good news and bad news day:

Well got a package of free goodies today. 2 sets of polk audio db speakers.

I installed the rear set and will work on the front at a later time. "To bummed out about the bad news. If anyone is wondering why I installed rear speakers I did it for a few reasons.
1. I have rear seats.
2. It is a convertible so a little extra sound can not hurt when the top is down.
3. The rears will be faded out when the top is up.

Bad news:
I started the car to let it run some when I noticed a faint smell from the exhaust. I reved the engine and looked back. WHITE SMOKE, so I think I have a head gasket blown or just worn out from sitting. So when I replace that I will replace the water pump as well. Hope to get this done next week in time for the meet. Not sure if I am going to be able to. I am getting the repair manual for the car and going to see what it involves to replace both. If it is to much or I feel that I may harm my engine. I will talk to my gf's grandfather for help if he does not want to help than to a reapir shop it goes. I have confidence I can do it myself but have to take my time.

bigaudiofanat · 08-28-2010, 02:06 PM

Old and new

Had to trim the mounting holes a bit.

Solder

Installed

bigaudiofanat · 08-28-2010, 04:21 PM

I did however go back out and paint the windshield wiper holders.
I do not want to start tearing apart the engine or anything until I have the repair book and the parts.

Tomorrow if I feel like it I will run the power wire and rca's.

08-22-2010, 05:57 PM	#47 (permalink)
Zaggeron A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,951 Drives: '10 370ZR '13 BRZ Rep Power: 19	Shaping up as a sweet little ride! Is a conversion to RWD on the agenda? . __________________ 2010 Platinum Graphite 370z Roadster:Touring/Sport 2013 Subaru BRZ Limited

08-22-2010, 06:15 PM	#48 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	Who knows I am not sure what that all involves but it would make it even more fun in the corners. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

08-22-2010, 06:22 PM	#49 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	Well finally got the oil changed, and that radiator fluid is actually after being drained and putting in flush. After draining that I ran water through and than put fresh radiator fluid in. I also recharged the A/C today, I think I got it charged pretty well for the first time doing it. Also cleaned up the engine bay a bit. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

08-22-2010, 06:28 PM	#50 (permalink)
ChrisSlicks A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North East Posts: 6,203 Drives: 09 370Z Sport M6 Rep Power: 653	Looking good! If it is still running rough cold check for vacuum leaks and stuck PVC valve. Other than that the ECU may not be detecting it as a cold start and giving it enough fuel. __________________ Hotchkis ARB \| Stillen CAI \| Art Pipes \| Berk CBE \| Stillen AP Racing Brakes \| AE Performance Oil Cooler \| BC Racing ER Coilovers \| Doran Control Arms

08-22-2010, 06:30 PM	#51 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	Ya when we drove it up on the ramps it started right up and after the fluids were changed it started right up so I think it is finally knowing where it needs to be. I am going to check the pvc valve anyway. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

08-22-2010, 05:26 PM	#46 (permalink)
Jamaica A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: SoCal Posts: 15,362 Drives: Under boost Rep Power: 74	Looks in good condition so far. Keep it up

08-24-2010, 10:26 PM	#52 (permalink)
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08-24-2010, 10:45 PM	#53 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	Thank you for the comments! I look forward to that AK that is going to be a fun day. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

08-24-2010, 11:16 PM	#54 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	Tomorrow envolves two things. Sanding and painting parts. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

08-26-2010, 04:05 PM	#55 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	Ya sorry but I will not let you down. This is going to turn into a nice fun car. Today installed the head unit tomorrow going to start a sub box and saturday will install new speakers. Everything soldered and heat shrink Installed Videos up soon I have to install the subs in the trunk there probably will not be enough depth behind the rear seats. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

08-28-2010, 09:06 AM	#56 (permalink)
CBRich A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,464 Drives: 370Z Rep Power: 544	So when is that valve cover coming off to be painted? It's struggling.

08-28-2010, 09:59 AM	#57 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	I do not know if I will. This winter the engine is coming out for a new one but if it does not, it will come off this fall. A leak was found late yesterday, going to need a new water pump. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

08-28-2010, 01:56 PM	#58 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	Good news and bad news day: Well got a package of free goodies today. 2 sets of polk audio db speakers. I installed the rear set and will work on the front at a later time. "To bummed out about the bad news. If anyone is wondering why I installed rear speakers I did it for a few reasons. 1. I have rear seats. 2. It is a convertible so a little extra sound can not hurt when the top is down. 3. The rears will be faded out when the top is up. Bad news: I started the car to let it run some when I noticed a faint smell from the exhaust. I reved the engine and looked back. WHITE SMOKE, so I think I have a head gasket blown or just worn out from sitting. So when I replace that I will replace the water pump as well. Hope to get this done next week in time for the meet. Not sure if I am going to be able to. I am getting the repair manual for the car and going to see what it involves to replace both. If it is to much or I feel that I may harm my engine. I will talk to my gf's grandfather for help if he does not want to help than to a reapir shop it goes. I have confidence I can do it myself but have to take my time. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

08-28-2010, 02:06 PM	#59 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	Old and new Had to trim the mounting holes a bit. Solder Installed __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

08-28-2010, 04:21 PM	#60 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	I did however go back out and paint the windshield wiper holders. I do not want to start tearing apart the engine or anything until I have the repair book and the parts. Tomorrow if I feel like it I will run the power wire and rca's. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

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