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    2L import Hiace's

    in General Car Chat

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    I have owned a 2007 2 litre petrol for 3 1/2 years. Jap import, you can still see where the Yokohama stickers were on it. Brought it at 140ks. Always carry a lot of stuff in the back. Just clocked over 200ks and no problems. Run it on gull 98, 450ks per fill. Had a diesel 2.5 Econovan for 5 years before. That was slow. Also had 2 transits, 2001 model was shit, 4 batteries, 3 starter motors, flywheel, wheel bearings, throttle pedal. Wiring caught fire at Sylvia Park traffic lights but managed to put it out. Only had 100ks on it. The hiace is great. Sits on a 110kph on the motorway. A bit slow of the mark but I can live within that. 

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    Bantams 1977 Ford Escort XL

    in Projects and Build Ups

    Posted · Edited by Bantam
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    So after a few months of limited use due to winter weather, it was time for a new WOF. I was worried after all news about NZTA and  with sweat running off my brow I took it to the AA testing station. Didn't take long to get called over to the pit. Three patches in the floor /sill had rust. No worries I'll send it to the panelbeater I thought. 

    Then as I waited for it to go through the rest of the test, I heard the tester having trouble getting it into gear. Thought that was strange. Failed on the rust, one tyre a bit bald, surface rust on the brake booster. No problem. Jumped into it and I had trouble getting in gear. I dont live far from the testing station so felt I would make it. But there were major road works and Friday traffic was at a standstill. Then on the GI roundabout the clutch shat itself. Wouldn't go into any gear and traffic was too bad to start in gear. Pushed it into a car park and waited for my son to tow me. 

    Done a few gearbox replacements on the old esky so thought no worries. Had a Friday night with the family out so ripped into it. Had lots of problems getting the gearbox out, ended almost dropping the engine out to get clearance. Different tunnel and rs2000 box! Release bearing lugs broken was the problem. Problem was I didn't know at the time it was a rs2000 box so had trouble getting the clutch and bearing. Finally sorted and back in. Off to the panelbeaters again for the floor repairs. Then got a great deal on some new tyres so got four. A few months passed then back to the testing station. Sweated, but passed. Yay. 

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    Bantams 1977 Ford Escort XL

    in Projects and Build Ups

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    (So brought it with out checking it, current West Coast petrol station wof, goes well. Shipped it up to AK and waited patiently for it to arrive. Towie said its not running, had to winch it on. Rolled it off and straight into the garage. First impressions weren't to bad. Rust bubbles, recent respray, and fresh black paint under it. Didn't expect it to be perfect so was reasonably happy.

    Pulled the points, dissy cap, and plugs out, must have being in there since the 1980s.Off to get new parts. Fitted and started straight away. A lap around the block in the pouring rain and was very happy. 

    So this hi viz Escort is Australian assembled and come to NZ after a few years. Few things different to NZ ones. They made 4 door RS2000s and used the same body for the XL 1600cc. So it has a strut plate fitted, RS2000 gearbox, and a Scheel interior. Ford used Scheel as well as Peter Brock. Its an aftermarket company that tarted up cars. It's super comfy to sit in, well after a Mk1. 

    Interior was dirty so hit it with the usual cleaners. Seat material cleaned up well. Fitted an old cd player I had. Got rid of the rotten aircleaner and ordered one from Weber spec's. Stripped the 32/32 carb and fitted a new gasket set. 

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    Bantams 1977 Ford Escort XL

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    After selling my Mk1 2 door, I brought a 1995 WRX Sti type Ra because who doesn't lust after rally spec cars. Hell of blast, but I want to keep the km's down as I see it appreciating in the future. 

    I needed something that milage or a few shopping market dents wouldn't worry me too much. Found this on fb down in the south island. 

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    Caffeine and gasoline at Hampton Downs

    in Upper North Island Region

    Posted · Edited by BDA780
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    Since C&C on the shore has got so big, the organisers have set up another meet at Hampton Downs on the same day. Park up for all cars, jdm and modern welcome. Talk of having the skid pad open and cruise the track at some days. I will be there since I have now have a car that fits that category and no longer welcome at Takapuna. 

     

    Details here:

    https://www.facebook.com/events/581556985580970/

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