Ford Capri II 1976 Project Questions.
Hi all,
I'm a 20 year old Maltese guy, and have gotten my hands on a Capri II 1976, for restoration. Body wise it only has got some rust on the bottom of the doors and mudguards, no big deal. I tested the engine(for only a couple of minutes as the carb was spilling out petrol and thought it was dangerous) and it seems to be running quite smooth(it's still the factory original 1.3L), though I have yet to test it out well after I fix the carb with its kit I'm waiting to be delivered, and stop the leaking differential. The only problem mechanical wise so far is the gear shifter. It is marked with a green ring at the bottom, I do not know what that part is called in English, and it's broken from there. I have been told I have to get my hands on a full gear shifter, not just that "broken part"(If it helps, its the part that connects the shifter itself to the transmission). I cannot find one, so I thought of purchasing a gearbox just to take that apart. So if any of you know of an online shop where i can get my hands on one, it would be great.
Interior-wise, though, is a mess. I need to change the seats, the dashboard plus it's fascia, roof lining, floor carpet, door cards, practically everything. Before you comment, I know that the current fascia is that used on the V6 or 2.0 Pinto versions, I've got the original cluster when I bought it apart:)
I would like to order everything brand new(seats, fascia for dashboard, door cards) as if they're a tad old or worn, or not look 100% factory-like, they would mess the look of a "fresh out of the factory capri". The dashboard however, I wouldn't mind it being a bit worn, as that can be covered in vinyl easily. The roof lining and flooring can be done at any upholster I guess, no big deal. I contacted Aldridge Tuning, but I got a negative replay for the seats and door cards, so I would like to ask you where can I get them from? If you lead me to a second hand , though good, ones, I would appreciate them too.
I would really love to hear from you out there, in the meantime may you have a great festive season :)
Happy Christmas and a Happy New Year all :)
Regards,
Daniel Fenech