Good job putting that SVO engine in the 1979 Capri , the Turbo 2.3 engines put in the 1979 cars was just not reliable and didn’t have an intercooler and because that 2.3 had never been set up to have a turbo “ ford just put a crappy turbo on a non performance 2.3 “ and because it wasn’t set up with performance internals and the turbo wasn’t cooled they broke allot and the turbos didn’t last long, I know because I had one of those crappy 1979 cobra mustangs and what made it a cobra was only the stupid stickers that’s it ! No performance parts at all ! It had like 134 horsepower, pathetic ! ford should be ashamed to have sold those to people ! I got mine for only $400 and it was only 4 years old , the guy who had it was just glad to get rid of it and the turbo went bad on me so I had it for 2 months and I got $1,200 for it and I was happy to get rid of it.
@Bigdink
21 күн бұрын
This is my dream car. Loved your Godzilla swap on the other one. Fingers crossed it’ll be me someday.
@darrenc8776
22 күн бұрын
Ahhh so this is were your spending your time Nik. Wondered when you may pick up that old Strat a give us a blast of SRV or Jimi. Missed those days mate
@401foxbody
22 күн бұрын
Im still doing it. Just on my own terms
@kirbyvanduzer6565
Ай бұрын
The Godzilla spells the end of the ls because the Godzilla because of the affordable price it will outsell the ls the Godzilla also puts out way better hp capacity because it’s a big block it’s the end of an era this is the rise of the Godzilla
@mail2d1
Ай бұрын
Great Video, I have a similar problem, swapped out new relay fuse and vehicle started several times. Before reverting back to same old issue. Any advice.
@grahamfrost2480
2 ай бұрын
Didn't understand most of what you were talking about but that's just me starting out on these trucks. At the moment I'm going to enjoy it before getting into any mods. ✌️🇬🇧
@grahamfrost2480
2 ай бұрын
So glad you've got another one. Just bought my first Lightning and it's an 04 in Black too 😎🇬🇧
@user-zy9ws3iu1g
2 ай бұрын
I have a problem with my truck could u please help its a complete bone stock 03 lightning jus recently died on me in my garage i barely drive it i jus start it once an while jus to make sure it starts so jus recently i started it an it was running for like 5-10mins then in jus died without no hesitation i check the fuses relay an where still ok check the pump an its pushing fuel out the line when i went to check the fuel rail an push down on the Schrader valve there wasnt fuel that spits out
@401foxbody
2 ай бұрын
Check for actual fuel pressure with a gauge Check the fuel pump resistor, near the intercooler pump
@connormatthew4733
2 ай бұрын
Sick L! How much would a build like that cost?
@rollin_in_my_5pt0
2 ай бұрын
Killer build bro. You went all in on it. Looking forward to seeing dyno numbers
@401foxbody
2 ай бұрын
Me too! Thanks for checking out the video
@paulhudgins5120
2 ай бұрын
Very awesome build, what a great SVT Lightning.
@401foxbody
2 ай бұрын
Thank you kindly!
@its_onlyAgame
2 ай бұрын
Bro I didn’t no you could do Holley on a lightning 🔥🔥🔥
@401foxbody
2 ай бұрын
I tried. It works!
@bobuncle8704
2 ай бұрын
Sweeet ride.
@401foxbody
2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@evermota6003
2 ай бұрын
Where can I get the Holley screen?
@401foxbody
2 ай бұрын
Holley!
@stephenfloat1260
2 ай бұрын
The European version of this engine is 2 ltr. And you have to take the head off to change the camshaft the head has only 3 main bearings and the engine is carburettor
@grahamfrost2480
2 ай бұрын
Sorry to hear the truck has gone.
@senditautomotive1108
2 ай бұрын
Wow didn't even slide the tires
@401foxbody
2 ай бұрын
New build. Base tune. Cant get frisky
@405SVT
2 ай бұрын
Hopefully you will keep this one
@401foxbody
2 ай бұрын
100%. I learned my lesson. Its built pretty good. I dont have so many projects keeping me busy. I can just focus on 2!
@MatthewScottmusic
2 ай бұрын
👍🏻
@rollin_in_my_5pt0
2 ай бұрын
Hell yea! Glad to see you back in a Lightning! I've got a black '03, I'd sell my house before I sold that truck
@mchristr
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for posting. I've got a Boport 2.5 that I'll be swapping in (and adding a Pimp ECU, wide band, etc.) this summer. I have a Mercedes-Benz SOHC valve spring compressor that works perfectly on the 2.3. It hooks under the cam and pushes straight down on the retainer.
@reelinrichie
3 ай бұрын
My first car as a teenager was a 1979 Capri 5.0 RS white with the red stripes. I get emotional when I watch these channels.
@thomsoncarter3121
4 ай бұрын
Looks good.
@martinyarman6329
4 ай бұрын
Beautiful cars. What headlights are you using on the notch? Replacing my 84 soon & I like the look.
@405SVT
4 ай бұрын
Make sure when you order this gauge you either order it directly from aeroforce and customize it or if you use lethal performance call in the order. I made the mistake of ordering the one they show online but its for 2011 plus models and believe me it will not work lesson learned here, for some reason they do not have the other options listed on their website for now.
@mikefleissner4415
5 ай бұрын
❤
@UrielC-jn9iv
5 ай бұрын
Do you know how much they charge for this kind a job?
@theriffwniksevigny5473
5 ай бұрын
Probably hourly. I just did one sat morning. Took me longer to clean the intercooler than the job itself!
@UrielC-jn9iv
5 ай бұрын
I need to fix mine with same issue
@UrielC-jn9iv
5 ай бұрын
Thanks, maybe I’ll do it myself
@theriffwniksevigny5473
5 ай бұрын
Where are you located?
@UrielC-jn9iv
5 ай бұрын
Austin, tx
@thadcunningham8228
6 ай бұрын
If you “need” to sell mellow yellow, I’d happily give it a good home 😊
@401foxbody
6 ай бұрын
Been gone for awhile!
@thadcunningham8228
6 ай бұрын
@@401foxbodydarn it - still really like the content, keep Savin the Capris my brother!!!
@thadcunningham8228
6 ай бұрын
OMG - I’d love that yellow Capri if you ever want to part with it 😍
@seanfaulk8641
6 ай бұрын
What about if you've replaced fuel hat with pumps, all grounds are good. Replaced all relays, ignition switch map sensor, crank trigger , and so on, still no spark to coils.
@401foxbody
6 ай бұрын
Ecm’s go bad. Can you communicate with pcm?
@seanfaulk8641
6 ай бұрын
@401foxbody how would I find out. Not a real tech guy with computers
@401foxbody
6 ай бұрын
@@seanfaulk8641plug any scan tool in and see if you can read codes or View Data
@seanfaulk8641
6 ай бұрын
@401foxbody that I can do or should I say I can have my son do that it's his truck that we've been trying to figure this out on. After I get the codes, I'll send them to you, and maybe you can give us a little input. And I know you don't know me, but I do appreciate your kindness. It's a shame he's got such a beautiful truck and something like this happens, and it's just sitting.
@401foxbody
6 ай бұрын
@@seanfaulk8641 sure. No problem
@_Oz_
6 ай бұрын
Beautiful Pace Car. I had a V-8/4spd from 1990-97. I wish I had never sold it.
@stunadracingteam5909
6 ай бұрын
Im in mass we gota link up.
@stunadracingteam5909
6 ай бұрын
Still got the lightning. Im in mass always wrenching on mine.
@401foxbody
6 ай бұрын
I watched your whipple vids. Im Currently looking for a lightning/harley roller.
@edweigman9683
7 ай бұрын
very nice build
@richlong4119
7 ай бұрын
What part of New Hampshire are you. I'm in Lewiston Maine 🤘good channel.
@401foxbody
7 ай бұрын
Im not in new hampshire? RI
@richlong4119
7 ай бұрын
@@401foxbody oh sorry. Still like the channel.
@jonathanangilly7062
7 ай бұрын
Hey idk if you do work on other jobs? I live in providence and need a new engine in my 2000 f150 Harley Davidson edition which trans is good but I blew the engine idk thinking the chains so I’m strapped like 3500$ and need help but could of course come up with more but I’m disabled and don’t want too loose the truck get towed when the snow falls so trying too find a way. I have aaa and can have it towed too you if you have space and time too work with me ? It’s a Florida truck and don’t want too loose it she’s my baby and I have a matching 99 new edge gt convertible same scheme color wise so want too take the time too find someone help me get this truck back in the know and start my own so I can help out also I just can’t handle a swap or whatever when I am broke down on the street no Parking great time of year lol but she’s registered lol
@401foxbody
7 ай бұрын
Hey man. Sorry to hear about the truck. I currently dont have the shop space to get into it. Are you sure the motor is bad? Did it just slip a chain or is it crashed?
@jonathanangilly7062
7 ай бұрын
@@401foxbody it’s crashed.
@405SVT
7 ай бұрын
i just recently did my egr delete and turkey pan mod and i ended up not having to use a tap to start the plug so strange i'm wondering if different years tapped the pan differently then others.
@BareKnuckleBinder
7 ай бұрын
Sick car! Stoked for ya, BOYO! Underside would be an awesome clean up with a dry ice blaster.
@401foxbody
7 ай бұрын
I gotta get me one
@BareKnuckleBinder
7 ай бұрын
@@401foxbody can I borrow it?? 🥶
@edensker
7 ай бұрын
I just discovered the channel and dig it so far. I have eight Capris myself, so I understand the love.
@401foxbody
7 ай бұрын
I had so many this year, but ive been letting them Go. Just going to keep 3 and focus on those!! Thanks for checking out the videos
@clintonhayes670
7 ай бұрын
Nice and I know she needed a zilla don't thay all.
@lethargicstove2024
7 ай бұрын
Sounds very good
@1982MCI
7 ай бұрын
I was in the process of buying an 85 RS Capri back in the spring of 86. It was a triple black car and I instantly fell in love. It had the 302HO 5spd and had 8,900 miles on it. God I loved that car and I was approved for the loan but insurance quote came back and was so expensive for a young male, under 25, even tho I had a great record with no tickets/accidents, the insurance was sky high and I had just come out of basic training and tech school in the Air Force and wanted a car to drive to my first Duty Assignment and the Capri is what I wanted but insurance just killed that deal and I had to back out of the deal with the dealership and they wanted to try and keep my deposit which I had to fight like hell to get but from that day till now, those Capris have been at my top favorite car and one day, I hope I can find one that’s all original in triple black, 5spd, low miles and hopefully I can get one before I die. I’ve dreamed about that car for years!! Whoever had it originally did a good amount of engine work to it cause it was not stock and did not come with a warranty because factory warranty had been voided due to modifications made to the engine which made me want it even more! Damn insurance company!!! Maybe one day!!
@user-ir6pu2wc5u
7 ай бұрын
Horrible tune
@401foxbody
7 ай бұрын
Whats your reasoning for that statement? We made great power , with a safe afr and minimal timing on holley
@user-ir6pu2wc5u
7 ай бұрын
@@401foxbody it’s a 7.3 let it eat dude
@401foxbody
7 ай бұрын
@@user-ir6pu2wc5u it eats. Made 510/555tq. A bad tune can make more. For a few times…
@jasonhastings5538
7 ай бұрын
Always liked the capris!!!
@jasonhastings5538
7 ай бұрын
If you know anyone looking for 5.0 engines i have 2! One is a 88gt roller motor stockish long block with e303 and rollor rockers setup! Other is out of a bronco its just short block! GT40p heads, 4bbl intake and other odd parts! 2 c4 trannys also!! Make a good deal on all!!!
@jasonhastings5538
7 ай бұрын
Was gonna swap in to a 79 foxbody! Going another direction!!
@jasonhastings5538
7 ай бұрын
Get money right i might throw a t5 in the deal!
@senditautomotive1108
7 ай бұрын
Come on marketplace deals are a lifestyle you couldn't describe to anyone unless you experience it first hand lol
@scottglaister158
7 ай бұрын
the old man bought a new 1980 rs turbo 4 speed with trx wheels and recaro seats . loved this car he drove a family of 4 of us from detroit to florida for chrismas one year what a blast. the color was a kinda rust colored metallic not sure what it was called.
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