Mick Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 Started off in Telford to collected EDD the 2000 GL on Saturday after digging him out. Been there since 1999. One flat tyre, no brakes locked on no problem getting it out. Then on sunday after the AGM went over to Hull, 1600 L been sat in a garage untouched since 1994. Back brakes were locked on as the handbrake had been on for 14 years, soon came off though as I winched it out. Seems pretty solid, original and one owner since 1983 when it was 2 years old. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devil Fish Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 very cavalier of you Mick seriously tho, good work! Some good projects to keep you busy over the summer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
computerguy87 Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 wow busy year a head of you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CamInHead Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 I see you haven't wasted anytime updating your sig. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Copper3T Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 Congratulations on your successful Griffin rescues! Nice to know there's a sanctuary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vauxsenb Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 Where are you finding all these Cavvy`s Mick, is there a register I can sign up to for Cavvy`s in need of a good home??? Best of luck, "nice pair" you`ve got there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted April 10, 2008 Author Share Posted April 10, 2008 I replied to a post on here about one and from that was offered another one, sort of had to say yes to them both So far the bronze one is a runner, took 5 mins, fresh fuel and it fired up, bit rough as you would expect and on 3 cylinders. I havent made any further checks, maybe just plugs (yeah wishful thinking I know) The blue one isnt so healthy, engine was stuck solid. I managed to free it off by leaving it overnight with penetrating oil in the cylinders then rocking it back and forth in gear untill I got a full rotation. With the plugs still out I poured a bit of oil in the cylinders to try help it turn over. Now turns on the starter fairly quickly but has no compression at all on 2 or 4, maybe stuck valves, has a spark now but ran out of time to get any further, didnt expect it to run easily after 14 years in a garage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted April 10, 2008 Author Share Posted April 10, 2008 Just a few photos to keep it going Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
computerguy87 Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 looking nice now there clean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted April 14, 2008 Author Share Posted April 14, 2008 Quick update, the blue 1600 is now a runner too, its not too happy but it runs swopping between 2 and 3 cylinders. The blue one will be getting a rebuild and kept standard, cant be many low spec cars left as they left the factory. Fitted a drivers door window to it, bronze glass so looking for a clear one The bronze one may be getting a GTE injected engine and 5 speed, left looking as it does, Rat look Cav Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vauxsenb Posted April 15, 2008 Share Posted April 15, 2008 That bronze is it, it looks red in the piccies. 3 cheers for keeping the blue one standard, keep up the good work. Cheers, Colin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted April 16, 2008 Author Share Posted April 16, 2008 The blue one is totally untouched but needs a tidy up and mechanical overhaul. The 'red' one as it looks is the same colour as this one from the for sale section, just my camera is colourblind!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted April 17, 2008 Author Share Posted April 17, 2008 Just how bad does a 1600 CIH have to be before it dies!!! Took the rocker cover off, very very sludged up, rusty rockers and stuck lifters. Cranking the engine over tapping the 2 stuck lifters down until they worked by spring pressure, had oil coming up round them so decided to give it a go. Plugs back in, battery on, turned the key and it started on all 4 cylinders and idled smoothly. Water pump not leaking and alternater charging Changed the plugs on the bronze one and that starts and runs on all 4 now, had a good dig underneath them both, blue one is solid just minor repairs to the chassis rails needed, the bronze one needs a bit more but nothing terminal, chassis rails need patching and the back edge of the sills as always. Not going to get much done soon as I'll be in Basra for 4 months during the summer so these will be parked under cover for a while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CamInHead Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 ANy pictures of the Ascona while you were at it Mick ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted April 18, 2008 Author Share Posted April 18, 2008 I started a new project post for the Asconas.. http://forums.mantaclub.org/vie...hp?f=40&t=18264 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted April 24, 2008 Author Share Posted April 24, 2008 I have now got them both to a point where I can drive them. The blue 1600 is a good one, sat for 14 years but drives now as if it was used recently, the brakes clutch and everything feel as they should Edd the Bronze 2 litre is also on the move, running much better than before just by fitting new plugs. The brakes are typical rubbish, even more than normal, you have to lift the brake pedal back up with your foot I changed the water pump as it was soild and will swop the alternator over as it isnt charging. Hoovered and cleaned both interiors and they are ok, even the GL seats are in good nick, not split as normal. I know I go on a bit and not many people will be interested as they are Cavs not Mantas but I like to think a few people might be interested Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stradacab Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 Well I definitely am Mick, keep up the good work!! Its amazing how well these things run after a fresh battery and a bit of fuel after standing for years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CamInHead Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 yeah keep it coming Mick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted April 24, 2008 Author Share Posted April 24, 2008 Proof you can polish a turd You can see the real colour now as it looks red in the others and its copper in real life. Guess which bit I had T cut Bit of a difference Not done the roof yet and it shows Will be ok as a daily driver, something different and noticeable Family photo.. Cant forget this but need some better photos, in fact need to finish it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
computerguy87 Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 nice family you got there mick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XL391 Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 I know I go on a bit and not many people will be interested as they are Cavs not Mantas but I like to think a few people might be interested I am, excellent stuff!! Keep it coming Mick!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mantaray80 Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 Must admit, I'm jealous Mick. Always wanted a Mk1 Cavvy as a family car, but modern under the skin. Modern engine (2.0 ecotec?) 5 speed, decent brakes, suspension, wheels, nice interior with all the toys. But the outside would look as Vauxhall intended. It's just finding a solid base. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted April 25, 2008 Author Share Posted April 25, 2008 Like this one you mean...? http://forums.mantaclub.org/vie...=t&sd=a&start=0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mantaray80 Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 More or less. As a daily driver and family car, it would have to be comfy and economical, so as new an engine as possible, possibly even a diesel Interior, possibly a Calibra leather set with matching dash? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted May 14, 2008 Author Share Posted May 14, 2008 The Blue 1600 will be going undercover and parked up out of the way for a bit while Im out of the country. EDD the bronze one has a had a water pump and alternator, tracked the slight misfire down to another case of Camshaft made of cheese and worn away. I have an UL head with good cam to fit. Other than that not much will be happening for a while as Im going on an all expences paid holiday to the desert for 4 months, Little known resort called Basrah, sounds like a sh1thole to me looking at the brochure Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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