Sand's "greenland" 1.7 VCT

SandStorm · Post by **SandStorm** » Thu Feb 16, 2017 2:13 am

While I'm waiting for my new dash buttons and cluck in blue, already did a mini-mod.

Heater panel in blue. T5 flat head leds. I had to do the inversion of the little legs because in the original position (same as standart bulbs) it wouldn't lit up.

Now, a question... What kind of bulb the speedometer uses?
Still a T5, or is another? Because the lamp housing (i haven't removed it, only peeked up) seems way bigger than those on warning lights and heater panel.

SandStorm · Post by **SandStorm** » Fri Feb 17, 2017 3:26 am

Ok, was like this:

Why I say "was"?
Because when I turn the demister or the rear fog light, the warning lamp is too bight. Way too bright and I get blinded.
So, I reverted everything to green except the clock, because This clock is easily readable at night.

I'll use the blue heater panel leds on my scooter, instead xD

SandStorm · Post by **SandStorm** » Tue Mar 21, 2017 8:04 pm

I've been spending time with my Gilera scooter, the little one stopped working, so I ordered a bunch of needed parts for the economic summer 2 wheeled ride.
No matter to say, the scoot is now running and today I did some small TLC on my Bullet.

Before:

After:

I've polished the rear fog lights.

SandStorm · Post by **SandStorm** » Fri Apr 07, 2017 11:38 am

So, this time for some reason, my key fob (IrDA) stopped working.
Then, discovered the car had alarm when it would activate when i opened the door or put the engine running.
Something did messed up. So, i disconnected car battery and removed the keys batteries too.
connected everything again, was unable to program the key. Then later, maybe after an hour or more, was able to program it, and solved my issues. All works again. But now I know the car does have an alarm, because i didnt knew.

Well, today I did some care to my Bullet, so... Decided to buy better quality leather for the steering wheel, and this time did it all around.

I like the results.

SandStorm · Post by **SandStorm** » Wed Sep 20, 2017 5:55 pm

Been a while since my last post.
So, in the meantime I had my rear shoes replaced.

Even If nowadays I notice the brake very stiff if the car sits for hours. Some vacuum leak somewhere.
And also sometimes vibrates a bit when braking, I suspect the problem is the rear drum.

Anyways, did some interior mods with this:

Also replaced my air vents because they were broken and fitted these:

Replaced my homemade buttons surround fix with a good looking piece too.
Went to MOT:

And passed with only advisories for oil leaks.

SandStorm · Post by **SandStorm** » Wed Oct 18, 2017 3:15 pm

Been having the P0443 error since I bought this car, but today I sorted it out. Simply replaced that evap valve. 96FB-9C915

SandStorm · Post by **SandStorm** » Tue Nov 28, 2017 8:55 pm

this arrived on my mail yesterday:

SandStorm · Post by **SandStorm** » Sat Jan 27, 2018 4:26 am

Polished my headlights.

And replaced the gasket. What a mess I found... The old one wasn't fit properly, was bent on the little "finger" in the top left corner, near the belt cover.
I've put a bit of sealant too (after properly degreasing)

Then left it cure. Tomorrow I'll start her up and check.

SandStorm · Post by **SandStorm** » Mon Mar 26, 2018 10:58 pm

My powerdisk arrived today

Also, not in this photo, it's 2 abs sensors

FastLee · Post by **FastLee** » Tue Mar 27, 2018 7:46 pm

Good choice, I am seriously thinking about ordering those for my Puma.
Had those in a Saxo VTS(Cup) years ago and they were fine. Had Brembo Max in a 106 Rallye and did not like them.

SandStorm · Post by **SandStorm** » Wed Mar 28, 2018 9:27 pm

All installed, was a pain in the rear about how tight everything was.
But in the end, managed it.
Still... Tomorrow will undo one of them, since I forgot one washer from the caliper...
About the abs. Even with new sensors, still not working

Will check it again. And maybe put the old ones back since they were really dirty

SandStorm · Post by **SandStorm** » Fri Apr 20, 2018 8:51 pm

Car is in the garage.
After a proper look, several issues were detected.
Ordered two original transm seals.
And why my abs didn't worked, wasn't because of faulty sensor.
It was because the pump was removed.
Also, the car suffered one AC delete. By getting the compressor removed.
I don't know why the previous owners did this.
Why. Why there are people like that.
AC is basically mandatory in the summer here in portugal with spikes of 35, 40ºC in the summer...
There are other issues too. Like the rear shocks. They converted eye socket shocks to fork. By... Soldering a fork ending.
I don't know if I continue this project or if I give up.
Sorry for the rant, but I have two other fords. A Fiesta I bought almost new in 2005 and care it like a baby.
And a Ford Orion that never gave me issues like this...

SandStorm · Post by **SandStorm** » Tue Apr 24, 2018 1:47 pm

Clutch fitted, tranny seals fitted and 4 new tyres fitted. (Goodyear)
Now I'm broke, but saving for arms and struts

SandStorm · Post by **SandStorm** » Mon May 14, 2018 7:30 pm

After those fixes, had two problems.
Car would shut down and error p0500. Solved by fitting new vss
Leaks from gearbox
The gearbox breather was fit incorrectly.
Today I had time to fit it in the correct way. (arrow pointing to the car front and rounded corners facing the gearbox)
Did a top speed run, clocked 210km\h (that's 130mph)
Lets see how it behaves

Van_Dammesque · Post by **Van_Dammesque** » Mon May 14, 2018 8:28 pm

Sounds like a well cared for car!

SandStorm · Post by **SandStorm** » Mon May 14, 2018 9:08 pm

it's a pity the previous owner didn't cared it as i'm doing now.

SandStorm · Post by **SandStorm** » Thu Feb 14, 2019 9:24 pm

Ordered Ford focus fan shaped spray for the puma, as already have a set of 2 control arms and droplinks.
Also, expected to order lowering springs from h&r, 30mm.
15 days ago did a trip from Portugal to Spain, all by motorway.
Ran over 140 miles, always in speeds between 85 to 130mph. It sure needed a long run with premium fuel, 98RON xD
Consumed a little of oil, but not much.
Also, bought a cargo belt to fix my tall battery in the box.

SandStorm · Post by **SandStorm** » Fri Mar 22, 2019 7:18 pm

Yesterday ordered H&R lowering springs for it, 30mm

SandStorm · Post by **SandStorm** » Fri May 31, 2019 4:35 am

So, last Monday it had fitted the lowering springs, control arms, droplinks, and rear struts.
I'll share some pics soon

Handles like a Puma

SandStorm · Post by **SandStorm** » Tue Sep 17, 2019 4:52 am

Also fitted a new air filter.
Pipercross performance panel filter.
Honestly, I don't notice any change at all. Probably is breathing better at higher rpm's

Post by **red** » Tue Sep 17, 2019 10:30 am

You're unlikely to I doubt, a good condition standard paper filter works well. Where after market ones have the edge is serviceability and longevity, i.e. they can be cleaned re-oiled and re-used usually.

SandStorm · Post by **SandStorm** » Wed Feb 05, 2020 9:41 pm

Novelties...
The most important ones are:
Lowered it 30mm with H&R springs and got new dampers for the rear.
4 Goodyear efficientgrip performance tyres
Pipercross air filter
Also installed a new head unit with reverse camera.

Lewisrowezer · Post by **Lewisrowezer** » Wed Feb 05, 2020 10:17 pm

Very nice mate, just peeped this thread. I'll be following

deanhill4 · Post by **deanhill4** » Wed Jul 15, 2020 5:36 pm

Hi there - any issues with the Pipercross air filter? Cheers, Dean

SandStorm · Post by **SandStorm** » Sun Dec 27, 2020 3:09 am

deanhill4 wrote: ↑
Wed Jul 15, 2020 5:36 pm
Hi there - any issues with the Pipercross air filter? Cheers, Dean

Sorry for the late reply, didn't got mail notification.
Nope, simply perfect!

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