1969 FORD CAPRI Barnfind - Will it start? - PART 1

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thanks for watching : ) PART 2 is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6TbYn6Cf6qDeMk PART 3a is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/enqWlX6fma5oeck Part 3b is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gnvZaamjqZKkra8 Emmanuel

[@c5back9]

I’ve had good results using ATF fluid in the cylinders to help breaks-free seized piston rings. It seems to do a nice job on rusty most rusted parts I’ve given it a go on, and has greater lubricity than WD40. Its less expensive than WD, PB Blaster, and many other formulas.

[@05gtdriver]

Someone transplanted that 1.6L Pinto OHC engine at some point as pre-facelift European market Capris never came with the Pinto based OHC engine.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Yes, i think it would have had a V4 1750cc originally?

[@05gtdriver]

@@ClassiccarbscoukBeing it is LHD, it could possibly be a 1500, 1750 or 2000 Taunus V4. Interesting project, looking forward to it's progress. Cheers!

[@Classiccarbscouk]

@@05gtdriver thank you for this 😎👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@05gtdriver]

Subscribed! I think a Pinto 2.0L transplant would probably be the easiest solution if you're unable to revive the 1.6L.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

@@05gtdriver A 2.0L pinto will find it's way in this old girl, regardless of the 1.6L engine's future. I built a 2.2 pinto about 10 years ago. Here is a link (not sure if it works): kzbin.info/www/bejne/ooa5Z4mpg5qbpMU Thank you for Subscribing!!! = ) Emmanuel

[@davidrix804]

Love capris thanks. Im living abroad now and this brings back memories of the 1980s when i use to do all this.thank you friend🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏😁

[@Classiccarbscouk]

You are so welcome

[@rustyracing6798]

Hi my name is Rusty I had restored a 72 Mercury Capri back I my high school yrs loved that car wish I kept it your doing good work.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thanks!

[@chicanesimon]

Tries to un-seize the engine then puts out a small blaze with water all down the bores what a great idea (' ,') this vid was like having a tooth out ........... Step away from the car

[@Classiccarbscouk]

It's my car Denso, i do with it as i like - Thanks for watching though ;)

[@daos3300]

Denso chill, we all have to start somewhere

[@jamesmcfadden4139]

Certain things in that video suggest you do know what your doing! I am with you! sorry Denso.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

@@jamesmcfadden4139 Thanks for that, i needed it :) We will see!! ;) Emmanuel

[@richie9777]

Brings back good memories. My uncle had one of these I went everywhere with him. God rest his sole

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you Richard :)

[@charlesgithiri0017]

We had one owned by my neighbour , here in Kenya including a zypher and Anglia ,just off two rivers Mall . Muchatha village. What akind of his story, today I sell cars @ Yahya car sales msa/Nbi.

[@richie9777]

@@charlesgithiri0017 Do Yahya cars too? lol

[@charlesgithiri0017]

@@richie9777 yes I sell after markets from Japan in Kenya I mean I work @ Yahya car sales, but with an eye for oldies , classics is am a fun of car sis.

[@charlesgithiri0017]

SoS

[@davidrix804]

Love cars from this era as so easy to work on compared to now and 70 s 80s. Better cars than now.

[@fundust4948]

You are my new guide I have the same capri mk1 you have thanks for teaching me

[@Classiccarbscouk]

No problem 👍

[@dan40754]

The engine is non standard, the MK1’s has the Kent series 1600 cross flow and the Essex 2litre V4 and 3 litre V6 engines.

[@dan40754]

Andy Peek . Yes the rear number plate did like to have a look at the road ahead from time to time. Too much weight forward that’s why they were never raced seriously. Escorts as Sierras were better platforms.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

@@dan40754 Old folk keep saying 'put a bag of cement in the boot, it'll be alright!) Lol!! Is it that bad? Damn Emmanuel

[@dan40754]

Classiccarbs.co.uk , they are not great, yes you can weigh down the back end and that will help to some extent. I once saw a MK1 facelift Capri that had the spare wheel well filled with cement. It was amazing that the arse did not fall out of it. I had a Mk2 and to solve some of the rear end wander out of corners I fitted single leaf springs and Koni air adjustable shocks. This did make it track better. I would suggest that you look for a MK1 1600 crossflow to fit into the Capri. The exhaust you have will be on the wrong side. If you look for a 2 litre (good luck with that), a 3 litre may be easier to find as they were used longer that the V4 in transits and later Capri’s prior to the very crap Cologne 2.8. It may be best to contact the Capri owners club or try some local scrap yards. The 1600 Kent series was used in Escorts up to the introduction of the Mk3 XR3 era so you might have better luck there.

[@Ashjuk]

Correct. I had a 1972 1600GT back in the 70s and the engine was nothing like this one

[@SofaSpud_]

just found your channel. I'm a huge Mk1 Capri fan and am about to binge watch your journey. Thanks for doing this 👍

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you too buddy, I'm working on Kate, as I write this! Brakes!

[@davidrix804]

Thanks buddy keep up the great work🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 dave the brit watching from abroad🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@bill90405]

WD40: WD=Water Displacement. It’s for drying out contacts NOT penetrating oil. I agree diesel and ATF then rock in gear. Good Luck!

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you William

[@EnglishTurbines]

The main ingredient of WD40 is paraffin my friend....Your welcome.

[@scheusselmensch5713]

I've just today freed up a seized BMW 2002 engine that was well and truly stuck for years. Loads of heating on the piston tops then cool them with WD40 repeatedly. WD40 is for all intents diesel fuel. I've ran many a small diesel on the stuff.

[@07Strike]

Agree with ya there, Diesel fuel is excellent for unlocking some engines

[@terryreeves4308]

WD40 was invented fir space travel to keep moisture out if the electronics and dries out,so to be used for seized engines is a bit doubtful.

[@damo690]

If you havent broke it free yet theres s trick that an old guy showed me that usually works pretty good. If you get a few litres of oil and a camping stove and heat the oil untill it is boiling then pour it into the cylinders and wait till they heat up propper it shoild break loose from the uniform expansion.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you Damo, sounds good, i'll give this a go!

[@jayb2617]

when you drained the sump no oil came out so its probably the main bearings that are seized so you are wasting your time pull it and rebuild it properly, if the body shell is worth saving

[@neilpeel59]

Loved the setting it on fire technique! Great video. Part 2 please we all want to know what happened!

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Neil, we are up to part 34... Search for the entire playlist in my channel 👌🎩😊👍🏼🛠

[@neilpeel59]

@@Classiccarbscouk 👍 I'm on it.

[@Mercmad]

Somewhere in the wilds of the English bush a voice could be heard saying "Hold My Beer!".

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Haha!!

[@stevejames3510]

Gis a! job

[@ConicuAutomotive]

Going back to where it all started to watch it all again Wish me luck Manu

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Ah Bless you mate :) Just posted a short update, watch that one first! Thanks for your support buddy :) Emmanuel

[@kolkripple3263]

The acetone you put in has evaporated not absorbed it , Diesel or oil

[@seventy4jns855]

I swear I saw this Capri on that van on the M1 in Northampton heading North a few weeks ago ? Always loved early Capri’s 👍🏻

[@Classiccarbscouk]

It might have been on the M1 1 year ago Bug, but not in the last few weeks. In the last few weeks, it was on the M6 and the M5 however... Maybe you saw it.. Who knows!! ;)

[@robertwillis4061]

Had a 1969 G reg 1600GT. Ohv engine. Same colour as this. A previous owner had covered the door cards and side panels is tan coloured fake fur. To match the tan vinyl seats.

[@marty3469]

I would've lifted the motor out and pulled it apart to find out it's past carnage. I've got pintos running from being left in paddocks for nearly 20yrs , running means rebuild so it's piece of mind . Usually the rings rust to the bores and the crank is ok as long as there was some oil left in there. Good luck with your project 👍, I've just about finished my mk2 Escort pinto van after 2yrs resto 😎

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you Marty, that's encouraging to read : ) It will need a rebuild, and hopefully something i can do on my workbench. A 2L will more than likely end up in there regardless of this 1.6L 's result. Just want to start the B*******d = ) Thanks, Emmanuel

[@marty3469]

@@Classiccarbscouk thanks for replying , we didn't get the 1600ohc in Australia unfortunately but I've heard the head has a smaller combustion chamber than 2.0, with some porting and valves etc , pinto's thrive on high compression, then add it to a 2.2(bored & stroked) bottom end and you'll have a good torquy setup👍

[@Classiccarbscouk]

@@marty3469 Like this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4vRkJJoltGhp6s

[@whelkboy]

I enjoyed the sped up voice! If only fixing my own car were that quick!

[@hoppinonabronzeleg9477]

Just rolled back to see how it all started! - Now we have a CD with rust on mail order! Live event tomorrow!

[@vmat1000]

This is great. I saw one of these for the first time in about 30 years just the other day while drivig after work on 101. Metallic green and cleeeen! Had forgotten how cool they were. Best of luck with this.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you for this g mat 😊😊😊

[@_dave4460]

back in the mid 80s my dad and younger brother did a super body off resto of a 73 capri that had been badly abused and neglected to say the least. it was one hell of a car when they were done, balanced & blueprinted, heads got 3 angle port, polish and flow, custom exhaust, tranny rebuilt, rear end, suspension, brakes, etc. canary yellow with incredible black naugahyde interior done by a guy at the “chute shop” at a local base. rip both dad and lil bro... great project you have here, hope all goes well

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Dave, thank you for sharing your dad's & bro's project. Would love to see a photo of their work!

[@_dave4460]

Classiccarbs.co.uk i wish i had pix. lil bro died in 09 and the car was sold some years ago. he was 18 when he got it, 20 when they finished and had it until 41 (along with 2 mustangs). also had a tremendous stereo with cabs we built to math eq and amps ahead of the times. he has the mustangs facing together on his superb memorial headstone - i miss him terribly Happy Easter!

[@Classiccarbscouk]

@@_dave4460 Bless you mate. Happy Easter to you too wherever you are!! : )

[@oldschoolengineer58]

Thats not the correct motor for a 69 mk1 it should be a Kent cross flow pushrod motor, that looks like a latter pinto engine that eats cams! good luck with it

[@classichunter2725]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKLWnKWOoMuFpck ford capri in srilanka

[@69Phuket]

When i was kid they had these as Police cars in Manchester. Recall a chase past our school... Sirens blazing under a railway bridge...Still a bit deaf in one ear!

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Hahaha!! Love this

[@leslieclifford4243]

i stand to be corrected, by every ford expert in the known motoring world, but the euro built tin top single ohc engine had markings on the belt cover, TL 1.6 or TL2.0 , the TL taunus line as these engines originaly came from germany, the pinto is built in the states in a huge array of tunes including 2.3's and turbos, i thank you for your indulgence, 2.0 pinto engines are highly sought after here in new zealand as they make almost bullet proof rally engines, but you need big hammers to get them to fit an escort body shell unless you have an automatic model to start with.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

One of my favorite boxers comes from NZ.. Joseph Parker! Anyway. So, you reckon it's best called a 'TL' engine here in europe? I quite like it :)

[@robleary3353]

Boiling vinegar is also good for seized pistons, pour it in just like you did with the old oil.. Great vid, can't wait for next one!. Nuff said! 🙂

[@tellmesomething2go]

Bought a 74 in 84 , here in Las Vegas. Only cost me a couple of hundred. Not a drop of rust, but the seats has deteriorated. Other than that, worked fine.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

My interior is totally wrecked too... I think it became a home for wildlife ;)

[@tellmesomething2go]

@@Classiccarbscouk i started making $600. dollars a week with that car, and then went to Oregon. Was there six years. Car ran good all the time. Drove it back here in 90. Still kept it for awhile.

[@angel_dawn_morningstar]

If @ first you don't succeed TRY and TRY AGAIN ! thumbs up for your energy and motivation ..we had our fingers crossed that the stubborn pistons would free up .. looking forward to your next post ..bestest wishes..👍👍 🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡

[@Classiccarbscouk]

You ARE an angel - Thank you for this ;)

[@marmoy7711]

I worked in scrap yard many years, what I found to free up frozen pistons is iodine, it work great on frozen rings

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Is this a joke or are you being serious? I dont know what to expect from people commenting here. I thought iodine was a pharmaceutical product?

[@Paul-dz6fs]

Just what the hell are you doing man ? .. I guess you are not familiar with either the Pinto Engine or how to unseize a car engine. Acetone ?? ... really ?? ... Paraffin ?? .. really ??. Take a tip from an old school mechanic who used to work on these things when they were still around. Fill the Bores with Diesel man .. walk away and let it do it's thing.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Paul, isn't paraffin and diesel the same thing? I might be wrong though... Thanks for the tip btw Emmanuel : )

[@Paul-dz6fs]

@@Classiccarbscouk No .. Paraffin is a fuel type of product with no lubrication properties whatsoever. Diesel is a fuel oil based product, and in fact, apart from the lower bearings, a diesel will self lubricate .. hence why so may diesels go on for the high mileages they do. In fact .. for the cost of a gallon of diesel, i would fill the sump with it also (this may help to lubricate the bearings, but make sure you drain it like a flushing oil after you get the engine turning over)

[@TheHorsebox2]

Saw a mechanic using a mix of diesel and brake fluid to unseize an engine. Worked a treat.

[@corydorastube]

50:50 ATF to acetone. 👍👍

[@mr.slaphappy3794]

A bit of Marvel Mystery oil down each cylinder, let it sit for a while, and then the engine should be free.

[@johnseeley6576]

There was a Capri before along with another ford ,the classic,. Look ,ford history,, Capri / and classic...!

[@Classiccarbscouk]

I think you are referring to the consul capri..

[@alaister100]

Fill the spark plug holes with brake fluid. Leave for a few days. Always use the ring end of the spanner that fits the crankshaft pulley bolt and try and break the seal between the pistons and bore. Or, remove the starter motor and fit a crowbar in the flywheel teeth and try to rock the engine. If not, repeat brake fluid and wait another few days..

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you alaister 😎😊🛠👍🏼

[@Sierra2.0Ghia]

I have a 71 pre facelift Capri and mine too has had an OHC dropped in it too with a 5 speed Sierra gearbox , it goes quite well , good luck with your project 👍

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you Marc. I am guessing you have the 2.0L version? I would also like to install that engine after this 1.6L project is completed. Or a V8.... 😁 Thanks! Emmanuel

[@BRITISHAERIALVIEWS]

What? It's not even the correct engine so why bother?

[@TheBGravit]

Wish you luck in your endeavor. My older brother once had a 73 V6 2.6L Mercury Capri that was pretty awesome. I have used Marvel Mystery Oil to free up a stuck engine before and also like Sea Foam Deep Creep. Never seen someone use a book shelf for leverage before. Would also suggest not prying on your camshaft if you intend to use it. Wondering if your crankshaft is stuck. Perhaps spin off the oil filter and pour some penetrant down into the oil passages. Once had a 65 Chevy Biscayne that had a stuck clutch from sitting causing the engine not to disengage from the transmission. Could not get it to run until I got underneath to pry it loose. Maybe as some have suggested use diesel, but fill the engine up all the way to the top and let it sit. Not sure what that will do to your oil seals, but they are most likely bad as well. Use a catch pan underneath to catch you spills and drips.

[@countmurcielago9802]

Some of that plastic explosive around top edge of piston crown step away and detonate if there is anything left it should free it off. Induction, compression , power , exhausted

[@thegit8698]

So are you going to put a crossflow in it or for originality or a 3ltr V6 or another OHC?

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Ideally a Ford V8 motor on quadruple webers. I'd also like a 2.0L pinto or a grunty 3.0L essex. What you think?

[@FirstOnRaceDayCapri2904]

If you're on Facebook i highly recommend that you join our group called Capri World, the largest group / forum of Capri owners in the world :)

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you, yes, i am a member, and i have thanked a few of the members for their help already. 24k members!!! That's pretty good i think : ) I'm linking to one of my posts, don't know if it will work or not: facebook.com/groups/538524806169576/permalink/2294177913937581/ Thanks! Emmanuel

[@croonersteve]

aoutmatic transmision fluid is great for freeing up stuck pistons and freeing off piston rings too, good look, if all else fails you can always strip it down or get a replacement

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you Steve, will give the auto transmission fluid a go, along with coca cola, hot oil and some other suggestions I've been given here. Eventually it might have to come to blows with a hammer and block of wood.

[@jeffryblackmon4846]

@@Classiccarbscouk I once freed up a frozen front axle king pin with Coke- about 1966. Poured some in the top for several days= voila!

[@craigwalker8260]

That looks like an 80's version judging by state of cam etc that's been stood a longtime its scrap. The 1.6 ohc replaced the 1.6 ohv at the facelift 72ish. Being lhd that would have probably had a colonge V4 1.5-1.7 very rare in the uk probably why it's had the ohc fitted.

[@baylessnow]

The V4 was also fitted to the Corsair, my Dad had one when I was about 4years old, only the 1700 not the 2 Ltr but still a lovely smooth car to ride in. Auto with column gear shifter and a front bench seat. Then he changed it for a Morris Oxford, wah boo hiss!

[@volvowagon70]

Usually when the cylinder head doesn’t want to come off the engine after being unbolted, and you have to rely on lumber, that engine is scrap.

[@Luigi-pk8mk]

Acetone+auto trans fluid, or PB Blaster, Kano Kroil or Freeze Off. All of these will work, WD-40 is just a moisture displacer and will not dissolve rust. After you get it to move, spray fogging oil that is use to lube the cyls in marine engines during storage for lubrication.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

This is great info - Thank you luigi : ) Emmanuel

[@Luigi-pk8mk]

I happen to really like those MK 1 Ford Capris, my cousin had one here in the US, it was sold as a Mercury Capri and it had the 2 liter Ford OHC engine. Great little car. Much nicer than what we got from FoMoCo in small cars at the time (1971)@@Classiccarbscouk

[@michaelbaka4777]

Three words..........Marvel Mystery Oil. That will unstick the engine, if it can be unstuck. Good luck, mate!

[@PitchUpCampsiteReviews]

Haven't seen your progress report yet but before I go looking for it I'll just say this, if you put some hydrogen gas and oxygen mix from a hydrogen wet cell in the combustion chamber prior to removal of the head and induced ignition the hydrogen would have used said combustion processes to free up the pistons. Very nice classic Ford Capri.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

hehe!! OK

[@PitchUpCampsiteReviews]

Use it all of the time to release pistons, people even use it to clean old running engines just like the lads who go around doing people's aircon. Don't be afraid of hydrogen, as long as you're only using it on-demand and not trying to store it then it's really safe when ensuring you have the necessary flashback arresters. You want resonance to release the rust and the ignition provides that but at a much higher intensity than that of petrol, you're a big lad trust me you can handle it. All you're thinking of is a hydrogen bomb aren't you haha they're not that bad and if you're concerned about safety just make a dry cell instead of a wet cell if you're really that worried about the water getting on any external electronics. Come on you know you're interested, hydrogen is making moves in Europe specifically because of its safety. Welding is switching over to hydrogen on-demand because storing water is far safer than oxy and acetylene but most is changing to argon instead of acetylene but most companies now are looking into the on-demand hydrogen because it's just water until the electrolysis takes place and cavitation can occur. Be brave, it's only water.

[@PitchUpCampsiteReviews]

Don't forget, when the heads are on you're also heating the chamber and the sleeves which also helps to release the rust and corrosion. Go and have a look at some wet and dry cells and see what you think before you rite it off because if nothing else you'll have the hottest burning welder you can get which is second to nothing when braising and the braid joins are just as strong as a weld specifically because the hydrogen gas gets that hot it allows both joining surfaces to melt and adhere. I know it says Bumpkin on my name but that's more of me having a dig at myself for the times when I intentionally do silly things. Hydrogen use isn't one of them ;) Have a good en bud (Dan).

[@PitchUpCampsiteReviews]

And don't treat it like a toy because it's not, if you treat it as such there's a very serious risk of injury or death. Be as respectful of it as you would oxy acetylene because it has a much much much louder bang. Side note, small hydrogen flashbacks are used in light treatment therapy to kill certain viruses and cells.

[@paigesmith6416]

Get a couple of gallons of diesel fuel and fill the block ..to the top let it soak ..

[@fernandoramalho3644]

you can tap the piston with a wood block to free the piston and rings.. only the piston in a half of travel...try tap a small hammer in the cilindrical wood block right in the pistons...

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you Fernando. A new camera is on the way, and I will start part 2 , with the idea you have, thank you!!! Emmanuel

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Check this engine i built 9 years ago (It's another pinto): kzbin.info/www/bejne/ooa5Z4mpg5qbpMU

[@Zeus-kj7nn]

Despite some of the profanity on here, I think you are doing a gallant job. Mechanics is a sod of a job at the best of times. Let alone on a barn find. Keep at it man. 👍

[@Classiccarbscouk]

@@Zeus-kj7nn Thank you for your encouraging comment! :) Part 2 is becoming overdue, i'm going to start it asap!! Thanks Steve, Emmanuel

[@Zeus-kj7nn]

@@ClassiccarbscoukMy pleasure Emmanuel. Looking forward to the 2nd part. Subscribed. 👍

[@tollyt7465]

If that's a Pinto engine in a 69 Capri, then it's not original and you might as well just rip it out and put something else in.. European cars 1500, 1750, 2000 v4 taunus engines.. 1.3, 1.6 Kent engines, and 2.0, 3.0 Essex v6 were in the early UK market Capri's.. They didn't get pinto engines till 74..

[@sterlingmad7763]

Great stuff, both interesting and fun :)

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you for watching and for your comment 👍🏼😊

[@daystatesniper01]

The engine may be a bit scratchy but the body work,inner wings etc' look in great nick considering it's age and for a Ford from that era !!

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Well a chap i know looked at it, and said he has never seen a car with more filler than this one.. Maybe he was just jealous? =)

[@chopperhehehe]

Hope this turns out but you know sometimes you see folk working on cars and you just know they shouldn't . I will still be subscribing as it and old Ford and they never die but get faster so best wishes 👍👍👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿😜✌️

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you chopper, I can't afford to get it restored properly so i'm kind of stuffed at the minute.. It's in such a state that i'm not worried about 'damaging' it. I'm enjoying the process of filming my effort and sharing here in YT, and you chaps seems to like it, so we are all winning as i see it : ) Thanks for subscribing and commenting : ) Emmanuel

[@chopperhehehe]

All good Rome wasn't built in a day as long as you have fun doing the build all good soon have friends round helping that's what all about 👍👍👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿✌️

[@douglaspage2398]

Big problem here. You can unstick the cylinders, though Diesel is the way to go, however, that is pissing in the wind, because if the engine is seized, there are rust pits in the cylinder walls. it will run, but it will be gutless, use oil, and smoke. The only way that engine will ever be worth using, is if the block is bored, and rebuilt with new pistons, or sleeved with standard pistons if oversize not available (not the case with this engine).

[@holdfast7657]

My first car a 1600 Capri. What great fun I had.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Only hope I can manage to get it up and running 🤞

[@marklittler784]

Looks like patience is a virtue its definitely getting there especially with the help of tips...

[@hoppinonabronzeleg9477]

There are all manner of things that canbe used as a penetrant. WD40, paraffin, diesel, molecule 13. But you have to give it time to do its thing. No violence! gentle persuasion is the key here! gently tap the piston with a wood turned block as someone else suggested. No violence, it will only cosy you money. Like the way you are storing the parts in the boot!

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thanks! 😎🛠👍🏼🙈

[@paigesmith6416]

I've been there ..but im afraid with out a machine shop and a lot of money .. that old pinto motor is boat anchor .. how ever speaking of boats im not sure what's available in your area but Mercury used that engine and built really hopped up version of that particular engine .they used big block Pistons from a 460 , there is a company in the states that makes a really nice cam called crane cams in Florida..so as far as lack of parts for the car version you could probably locate the parts for a Mercury inboard boat engine ..at least the internal parts gaskets and so on

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you, yes have heard of crane cams from one of David vizzard"s books. Thanks!

[@davidcoggins8891]

Had one of these in the States. 1974 with 2.8l v6. Strong running car.

[@davidcoggins8891]

@Edward Gross I would have eventually attempted a swap but and accident ripped the rear end out. :-( Would have been a good candidate for a tubular chassis set up.

[@jamespeterburch]

Just put an Essex 3.0 V6 in it

[@jiggermast]

The 3 litre V6 is a lovely unit, I had the 3 litre GXL & my brother ran several 3 litres. but the Mk1 booted body shell always looked way better than the fastback version I always thought.

[@stephencriddleproperparano9159]

Did a seized Viva with wd40 and lump of wood and lump hammer on top of each piston .Took some hits but worked a treat.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you Stephen, did you manage to get the viva running again or did it need a full rebuild? Not after miracles here, just something to get the car to move while I repair the myriad things on my capri.. Did you manage to start it up again?

[@stephencriddleproperparano9159]

@@Classiccarbscouk Worked for years m8. Was running well when I sold it . 29 yrs ago. We just kept banging it ,it slowly slowly moved . Defiantly worth a try. No damage to top of pistons . Am enjoying your vid and persistence. Use a sledge if it winds you to much. It will move . Someone said Diesel in comments I have heard that should help it's an oil end of day. Used to have a Red 1600GT loved it then it got stolen. Enjoy what your doing is the main thing. Big challenge ,will be following. Nice one. Hope goes well with everything.

[@baylessnow]

@ Stephen Criddle: I did the same with my HB Viva, but it smoked like a chimney so I had to strip it again and replace the piston rings.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

@@baylessnow That must have required the patience of a saint!! I thought piston rings were only offered along with new pistons? I take it it worked and it stopped smoking? Thanks, Emmanuel

[@stephencriddleproperparano9159]

@@baylessnow Hi HB myself estate my first ever car had it for 30 quid been seized for years. One of the blokes at work took top off and just dropped a block of wood in and got me to start lumping it . Can never forget that can you imagine how I felt when it started moving. Had no problems at all. Nice one. Happy motoring

[@bennyhannover9361]

at 2:29 does that number mean something there is a 1 6 or a 1 G , can it be a 1600 cc engine?

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Yes it is '16' which is a 1600cc pinto

[@paulgriffiths6344]

Seeing you trying to get the head off took me back to my mk 1 Escort days (30 years ago).

[@Classiccarbscouk]

It was proper stuck on! Only when I spotted a good place to fit the crowbar nice and snug, did the head give up its fight

[@3bluto]

Tap each piston with a wood block and heavy hammer.

[@Tom-Lahaye]

I thought the same, use a hard wood to get a good energy transfer to the piston, it needs to be shocked, start with the number 2 which didn't absorb any of the fluids aplied.

[@wordreet]

@@Tom-Lahaye Find hardwood, same size as the whole piston if you can and take it to a lathe turner. Outside diameter just enough to fit the cylinders and a shape to match the piston top, so the force of any hammering is evenly spread. Try to work out which piston is being pulled DOWN by the crank and hit that one first. The distributor position should help finding it.

[@midlam99]

@@wordreet I mostly agree, but ....try to work out which crank-pin is being pushed down by the piston.....sounds a lot better?

[@wordreet]

@@midlam99 Same thing, any down stroke will do. Of course we're assuming the crank isn't seized.

[@joserodriguesrodrigues5039]

O Ford Capri MKI de 1969 estava equipado com motor Crossflow nunca com este de árvore de cames à cabeça ,este instalado a partir de 1974 ou não será??

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Sim, acho que você está correto. Este motor não é original para o carro. Eu acho que originalmente teria um motor V4 de 1750cc. Mas isso desapareceu .. Estou pensando em instalar um bom motor OHC 'Pinto' de 2000cc em algum momento no futuro. Obrigado, Emmanuel

[@robertwillis4061]

I think this is in Spanish. I cant exactly translate but a 1969 Capri had ohv crossflow 1300cc / 1600cc or 2000cc V4 this has a pinto engine not fitted until 1974 not original engine. Common upgrade or replacement. Had a original 1969 1600GT in Roman Bronze

[@daapgaming]

What a find had one as a young fella

[@Classiccarbscouk]

It came from Greece, i found it on ebay.co.uk

[@Witheredgoogie]

You have to ask yourself- has it just died with age or was it killed?- if it was killed then that may have been the reason it was left in the shed...Pintos are a bit wheezy compared to the others, so it will be a lot of up and down gear changes around town if you go for another.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

I'm still trying to find that out. I suspect that something might be wrong with the previous owner's ability to remember that they do need oil every now and then... = ) It does show signs of overheating, but until i've pulled it apart , i'm just guessing. Turbocharged pinto with 45 DHLA'M' carburettors would be my favourite choice, but might have to settle for a N/A 2L pinto (unseized one of course). Thanks! Emmanuel

[@UmbrelllaCorp]

Ive never seen a pinto engine die and ive never seen ford engine with more rust that the chassis before!

[@therealzipp0r]

id have heated up the pistons, then filled the bores with hot oil clean oil. but you're gonna fit a 2L or 3L anyways right ?

[@Classiccarbscouk]

I did try heating the pistons, but it still would not move. I want to try and get this one running, even if badly, but yes, a 2L pinto will more than likely find it's way in there, as i like them and parts are readily available, and they have good tuning/fun potential. A 3L would be nice for the sound, but i'm not too familiar with them.. Emmanuel

[@wayniexagt]

take the fan off and stop messing about ... always give your self room to work ..

[@stilltocool]

Hi, I watched all your videos.. very good job. I noticed you had a 12v battery in the car and done a bit of rewiring, these cars where originally 6v not 12v do you have an alternator or generator on your car, Your car could be at risk of catching fire if all changes of 6v equipment have not been changed over including light bulbs fan heater alternator etc. take care bud all the best with the car. look forward to seeing it get a coat of paint ;)

[@donpalmer4013]

Really 6v are you sure about that??

[@donpalmer4013]

You may well be right as id never even seen such an early mk 1 with an overhead cam..surely thats a replacment ???

[@simonlloyd7557]

Ford Capri...'The car you always promised yourself',

[@danielb2145]

It might not be the pistons that's siezed, it could be the crackshaft, but you have probably found the problem by now anyway.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you Dil, the pistons are moving up and down now 👍🏼

[@cozziekid]

Block of wood on top of pistons & tap each one with the biggest hammer you can beg steal or borrow. Also try Plusgas. Good luck.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Love this. Yes, block of wood and heavy hammer is on the cards next. Also, remove the starter motor to ensure it's not seized whilst in mesh with flywheel (Unlikely, but best cross that off while i'm at it) Thanks for your suggestion : ) Emmanuel

[@cambo1200]

Yes, this has worked for me more than a few times. Just make sure the piston isn’t at the bottom of its stroke.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

@@cambo1200 Will do, thank you for advise and suggestions : ) Emmanuel

[@mikego18753]

Happy days.One of those thumbs up is mine.Cheers Mike. ps.lovin the seagul.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you Mikego :) Loads of birds around here, probably cause i like to throw some birdfood out for them in the garden Emmanuel

[@mqbitsko25]

I had a '74 V6 in high school. We made fun of it. Named it the "Deathmobile." But looking back it was a pretty decent car. In Europe they're revered in the same way we obsess about the Mustang.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

I believe the capri and the Mustang were designed by the same chap.. He had a good eye for it i guess, they sold really, really well!

[@marksmith5156]

Got a defender v8 litre fits a 1985 the engine is weather seized from sitting it's been soaking in waste diesel oil and diesel mix for 2 years and it's still solid so will need take off the heads and have a look inside see how bad the bores are

[@trevormatthews6005]

Had a 69 capri the same as this one apart from the pinto swap looks to be original even has a early flat bonnet which often got changed for the later sportier looking bulged bonnet a rare classic as i think the 1970 models had a minor face lift then a more noticeable one in 73 untill the mk2 came out

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you Trevor :) Emmanuel

[@allanwoods783]

After seperating the cylinder head from the block, you should have removed the giggling stick before filling the ports up with Heinz Soup. Turn the crankshaft with a bent banana and the engine should start first time.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

You are hilarious ;)

[@friguy4444]

Enjoyed watching the effort. So will it be another Two months before any attepts are forthwith coming? So what size is the engine? Is this the 2000? Or the1600? Is it a Manual? How bad is the interior? Thanks for the video and the Old Capri footage!

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you Greg : ) It's a 1.6L pinto, manual transmission gearbox. The interior is awful and it's a LHD (Left-hand drive car - From Greece). Any further efforts on the capri will be filmed, edited and uploaded/posted on this channel (If i can, i will add it to a playlist along with Part -1 , that you have just watched). I'm stuck with progressing as fast as i'd like due to customers waiting for service parts and other commitments that i need to attend to before the capri. Might be a week , 2 or 3 weeks or more, until i will be uploading part - 2, because it must be juicy, to satisfy me and you guys watching. What might be included in next vid: I expect an engine crane hire company will be involved, some degreaser, a block of wood & mallet, a carburettor service kit, ignition leads, an engine stand and some good light to see what i'm doing! And some jack stands. If the 1.6L needs a rebuild, it will have it, andi'll make a small feature of that. Either way, if you are subscribed to my channel, you will find out what happens next : ) Thank you for watching and commenting in this sort of manner - It matters a lot and i appreciate it : ) Emmanuel

[@Superfandangoo]

My 1st car, bought at 16 spent a year doing it up. Thought they didnt have overhead cams until later 1974?

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Yup, the OHC engine is this would have been added at a later date. Not the best choice since it's a 1600cc Would love a 2000cc with twin Weber carbs and electronic ignition. Thanks for your comment Emmanuel

[@howardkerr8174]

Back in the early 90s, I think it was, I bought a 73/"facelift" Capri that was in much better condition than this one is/was at the beginning of part 1. I sure for stupid letting storage fees pile up on it and then selling the car to pay the storage fees. Mine was that metallic olive green, with the Pinto engine, automatic transmission, and full instrumentation instead of the minimal instruments "base" cars had. It was a runner, and a bit better than this was physically. I am an idiot.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

I know what you mean! You are no idiot.. Life circumstances mean we have to keep going forward and sometimes part with objects we sometimes miss.. It's only iron Howard, plus there are capris out there cor sale, so if you fancied it, you could have a 2nd go it! BTW, we started the engine this evening 😎🛠⚡👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@howardkerr8174]

@@Classiccarbscouk The sad thing is, that was the 2nd Capri like that I found on my travels. The other one was quite similar, found it in the middle of nowhere in rural Texas. That one also had the Pinto engine and automatic transmission combo, but the transmission was going on it. If I had known then that it used such a common Ford automatic transmission I would have bought it. In the mid 80s the folks selling it wanted the equivalent of £350.

[@brownbag1465]

thanks for showing us the guide to repairs for the clueless my nan knows more

[@Classiccarbscouk]

No worries

[@alt7488]

you where better off adding the used engine oil to the bores and letting it seep past the rings than through the oil gallery ...would have lubed the sump and unseized the pistons

[@chinbin2006]

Hi, Looking at the condition of that camshaft and rockers, I would suggest the engine has been cooked, no oil or some such. Pinto engines are plentiful and very cheap to buy 2nd hand. The amount of time and effort spent pulling down an unknown quantity engine you could have easily dropped a good replacement one in but I guess there's no fun in that!

[@Classiccarbscouk]

You've hit the nail on the head James. Tottaly with you regarding cost and effort vs just buying a good used one of ebay etc.. I've really enjoyed however, watching blokes on youtube, start old engines up, that haven't been used for many years. I've watched hours and hours of it, and i thought, i'd have a go with my capri. Might have bit off more than i can chew with it, as it's truly F******d! This is good watching: kzbin.info/www/bejne/amKUaJike5mSetU Thanks for watching my vid and commenting bud : ) Emmanuel

[@MIERDAENELESPACIO2]

If you engine is stuck and do not rotate I think is a good idea fill all with diesel and keep in all day, diesel clean and lubricate.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you for this advise. I will add more diesel. AT the moment, the sump has a hole somewhere and it all leaks out on the floor. So i have to remove the engine to find where the leak is coming from... Might be the cause of the engine seizing!! Thanks :) Emmanuel

[@briangray7343]

I think it looks like a ceased brg, it will be a engine out and a complete dismantle

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Agreed

[@danielb2145]

That is not a standard Capri engine, looks like Sierra 2,0lt OHC. They are excellent engines. But this one has stood for 20 years too long. Pull the engine and attack it from the Bottum up. I don't think it is the pistons that's stuck, I think the crank is rusted stuck in all that water. The cilinders looks fine.

[@bobyoungson914]

You should make a basic car maintenance video to complete buffoons where cars are concerned, that includes me , or do some you tube teach your self basic mechanics you are gifted

[@smerd1]

My first car in 1983 was a mk1 Capri 1600GT with the cross flow engine, paid £20 for it. 👍🏻

[@Classiccarbscouk]

OMG no way!!!!! I bet you wish you still had it???

[@smerd1]

Classiccarbs.co.uk sure do, but then I wish I still had all my Capris lol but especially my last one which was a mk3 3.1 Xpack genuine fibre sports ford rally package sold it for £1800 😭😭😭

[@williamsmith-ob6kv]

A crapri and a dustbin within the first minute and a half. I see where this is going lol.

[@Your2TiminEx]

Crapi? Bet you own an Austin Allegro ..

[@michaelmacluskie6089]

This cars engine is a 1600 OHC ....the Capris in Britain in 1969 used 1600 OHV engines....has this car had an engine swap or what??

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Yes Michael, you are correct. This car, at some point in it's life, has had the engine swapped. This pinto is not correct for the car. Thanks, Emmanuel

[@chrisgoffe5048]

..in New Zealand they had 1600 2000 v6 - but most have been v8d...

[@wayniexagt]

why havent you put wd40 on the rest of all the external nuts blots clamps etc to make it easier to take off ?

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Will do, thank you!

[@wayniexagt]

@@Classiccarbscouk anything that you know you are going to remove then spray them all now and again in a few days .. work smarter not harder

[@andypsunshineisle5655]

If you pull the starter motor you can lever on the flywheel ring gear. Bit more mechanical advantage than the pulley bolt.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you Andy - I'm adding this in the 'to do' list. Leverage advantage might help. Emmanuel

[@midlam99]

He's using a 3 foot scaffold tube which is about 2.75 times better,wouldn't you say? [ 6 inches against 3 feet !]

[@andypsunshineisle5655]

@@midlam99.. I would say that with the starter removed and using a pry bar against the flywheel ringear you have a far better force . look up the lever and fulcrum principle to understand, or you could just use a really long bar on the front crankshaft pulley nut and strip the thread or shear the head off the bolt and definitely make sure the engine is beyond salavge .

[@smifffies]

The Pinto is a non standard engine, not used until about 1973/4. That one is past saving unless you want to spend a fortune. As mostly water came out of the sump the crank will probably be welded into the block, the cam looked seized, to be honest without a machine shop you are unlikely to repair it. If you want more power just put the 3.0 Essex V6 in it, plenty still about in Reliant Scimitars as they didn't rust as badly as Ford products of that time. My 1969 2.0 GT XLR with the V4 engine, the body had to be rebuilt in 1982 with new sills inner an outer front wings, front panel and various patches to the floor, Ford build quality left a lot to be desired. Like I say if originality is important find the correct crossflow, V4 or V6 that was originally in the car, if not go for the V6 as easiest to find or modify a later Ford engine and retro fit it.

[@TUMBLINJEST]

silly boy, the range of v6`s were all fords 2.3. 2.5. 2.6 2.8 2.9. & 3.0.. depending on what country of origin.. either designated "essex" or "cologne" . but built in many countries

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you smiffies, i guess it's beyond repair - But until then, i am stubborn!!

[@smifffies]

@@TUMBLINJEST Yes but the German Cologne engines will not bolt onto the English Capri box, whereas all the Essex V6 derivations fitted to Capri and Consul Granada will bolt up. Two totally different V6 engines, Cologne not fitted to UK cars until the Granada Mk 2 and Capri Mk 3 in the early 1980's. Fitting any engine is possible but V6 Essex is only "bolt in" option, if you were going to go to the trouble of fitting Cologne V6 with associated gearbox, if you can find one, would not be practicable, better of getting the conversion kit to fit Zetec engine would not cost much more..

[@fivedotsdave9723]

What a great find, I hope all the wise guys leaving comments don't put you off. Hope it all goes well for you.....by the way paraffin is just a good as diesel...

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you Dave 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼😊

[@allenschmitz9644]

last time I saw one of those in the U.S. was back in 1986..

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Was it running?

[@allenschmitz9644]

@@Classiccarbscouk yea it was a load blue beater some one had, people raced them here and by the mid 80s there were very few of them on the road, yours looks just like the one I saw back then/p.s. most of them rusted to pieces by the 80s.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

@@allenschmitz9644 yeas, rust prevention was clearly not a priority for Ford back then ; ) Mine is rather rusty too. I guess i like the shape, rear-wheel drive, front engined car. Has a good following here in the UK, and they are relatively cheap. My re-entry ticket to the classic car scene/group. Been raining a lot here in the UK last few weeks, and has slowed down the progress of Part 2. I have started the filming, and hopefully some interesting footage will be born! Thanks for your comment - It means a lot : ) Emmanuel

[@lyndonwilliams268]

That poor car was badly treated. I hope to seen it back on the road again

[@neil6212]

First thing to pour in the cylinders: Marvel oil. Second choice: Automatic trans fluid. Next choice: WD-40. Next: Diesel fuel. Never: Acetone (It makes it worse, because of total lack of lubricity. Paraffin oil? Never heard of that one on this side of the pond!

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Paraffin is diesel as far as I know

[@renyaw1963]

Best of luck , it will be worth the struggle once your driving your dream car in the bends.

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Thank you, i'm planning the next effort for the engine situation in my head. I'm thinking i'll more than likely have to remove the engine with a hoist, and probably rebuild it. Thank you for watching & commenting : ) Emmanuel