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Old 27-12-2006, 06:01 PM
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Default Zetec Turbo Fiesta Track Car...

Thought it was about time i started a resto post for my new project, as a couple of people have been on at me to do it! (You know who you are! )

Anyway, a couple of months ago i bought a Fiesta Turbo rep off a m8 of mine. (RS_Rawli) The car is a 1 Litre 4 Speed Bonus but as you can see in the pics, looks exactly like a Turbo, so the idea was to use it on the road when i pass my test and in time, turbo it....

Here is the pics of how she looks now...









But, as usual my mind got led astray and when talking to RSTChris off here he told me of an engine he had for sale out of a car he had crashed, so a deal was done and a trip to Sheffield later i end up with this...



I know what your thinking, just looks like any ordinary scabby Zetec engine, but apparently the engine had quite some spec, so i was eager to see if my money was well spent, or well wasted!

So, the engine came apart to reveal it was indeed a proper thing!!

Some pics of the bottom end...





Bling!!



The spec of the engine is as follows...

Black top Zetec (Series 3)
2.1 Ltr
Accrilite Forged Low Comp Pistons with Valve Cutouts
Eagle Steel H-Section Rods
ARP bolts throughout the engine!!
Lightened and Balanced Crank
Ported and flowed head
Area 6 Spec Cams
Solid Lifters
WRC Spray Jets
Multilayer Head Gasket

The engine also came with this, i have been told it is a GT28R (Small Version) Turbo which sounds like a good turbo! Roller bearing core and full boost by about 3000rpm!





I have also been collecting bits already!

Brand New AP 4 Paddle clutch with AP Heavy Duty Cover...



And to supply the engine with enough juice, i have this, an Escort Cossie uprated in tank fuel pump (023 Type)



So, the plan is to build it into a track monster over next year ready for 2008, and then enjoy it, then when i have enough experience and can afford insurance, use it on the road as a toy...

Thats all for now, will have more updates as and when we do work...
Old 27-12-2006, 06:12 PM
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going to be a fast fooker when done Dave.

and Rob thought he could have a rest now his car is nearly complete.

the car looks a nice one and is going to be even better when it gets the engine in,just what it needs.

some driver training needed for you though.

can see your name on every novice trackday.
Old 27-12-2006, 06:18 PM
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Originally Posted by dave cos4x4


going to be a fast fooker when done Dave.

and Rob thought he could have a rest now his car is nearly complete.

the car looks a nice one and is going to be even better when it gets the engine in,just what it needs.

some driver training needed for you though.

can see your name on every novice trackday.
Too right Dave, by the time its done anyway i should of had some experience driving, so i think 2008 will be the year for me and trackdays!

Diva loves it! You should of seen the face on him when we was stripping the bottem end!

You just know the Escort is going to take even longer though now! Wish someone would just turn up with the bits and insurance docs!
Old 27-12-2006, 06:33 PM
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Looking good Shorty!
Old 27-12-2006, 06:39 PM
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Gonna be fookin mega this........

Remember what ive told you & ignore Diva. Engine bay and cockpit is going the same colour
Old 27-12-2006, 06:44 PM
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Originally Posted by StickerPaul
Gonna be fookin mega this........

Remember what ive told you & ignore Diva. Engine bay and cockpit is going the same colour
You know it!

Diva wouldnt know style if it bit him in the ass!
Old 27-12-2006, 06:44 PM
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That engine was fuckin rapid mate, glad your happy with it
Old 27-12-2006, 06:47 PM
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Originally Posted by RSTChris
That engine was fuckin rapid mate, glad your happy with it
Am over the moon m8!

Cheers
Old 27-12-2006, 06:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Shorty
Originally Posted by StickerPaul
Gonna be fookin mega this........

Remember what ive told you & ignore Diva. Engine bay and cockpit is going the same colour
You know it!

Diva wouldnt know style if it bit him in the ass!


Going to keep an eye on this one Dave
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Old 27-12-2006, 06:56 PM
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Originally Posted by B9KOS
Originally Posted by Shorty
Originally Posted by StickerPaul
Gonna be fookin mega this........

Remember what ive told you & ignore Diva. Engine bay and cockpit is going the same colour
You know it!

Diva wouldnt know style if it bit him in the ass!


Going to keep an eye on this one Dave

Don`t you DARE even think about mentioning anything about style...
Old 27-12-2006, 07:49 PM
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looking good dave


Will be brilliant when finished
Old 27-12-2006, 09:22 PM
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Looks a great Project mate, will be keeping an eye on this
Old 27-12-2006, 09:39 PM
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Looks a good one to start with mate, will be even better when finished!

Keep the Ambers too mate!
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Originally Posted by Dan
Looks a good one to start with mate, will be even better when finished!

Keep the Ambers too mate!
I wish i could keep it the way it looks now m8, think it looks perfect how it is...

BUT, i am going to need brakes so will need bigger wheels!
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FANTASTIC!!!!!!!!
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Looking good shorty lad keep up the good work
Old 27-12-2006, 09:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Kop2381
Looking good shorty lad keep up the good work
Thanks m8...

Where you from in Merseyside?
Old 27-12-2006, 10:00 PM
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lookin nice matey! hope you don't go selling it like you did with your sapphy now! finish it and give us some results!
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Originally Posted by diabolic
lookin nice matey! hope you don't go selling it like you did with your sapphy now! finish it and give us some results!
Dont worry m8 i will try not too!

When you come over next year you will have to come see her, and the Escos of course!
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Originally Posted by Shorty
Originally Posted by diabolic
lookin nice matey! hope you don't go selling it like you did with your sapphy now! finish it and give us some results!
Dont worry m8 i will try not too!

When you come over next year you will have to come see her, and the Escos of course!
for sure, it's a promise! and you'll have to let me try them out, THE BOTH OF THEM!
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Originally Posted by diabolic
Originally Posted by Shorty
Originally Posted by diabolic
lookin nice matey! hope you don't go selling it like you did with your sapphy now! finish it and give us some results!
Dont worry m8 i will try not too!

When you come over next year you will have to come see her, and the Escos of course!
for sure, it's a promise! and you'll have to let me try them out, THE BOTH OF THEM!
Both of them will probably be off the road still!

you know what my dads like!
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nice project. im planning on going along the same lines but with my mk6 fiesta (i met you and the diva with simon to pick up the fuel tank on way back from fordfair). got a fair few bits stacked up myself but not to the extent of a full engine and turbo yet

good luck anyway
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Originally Posted by boy_racer2f2f
nice project. im planning on going along the same lines but with my mk6 fiesta (i met you and the diva with simon to pick up the fuel tank on way back from fordfair). got a fair few bits stacked up myself but not to the extent of a full engine and turbo yet

good luck anyway
I remember m8!

Car looked nice, just needed a bit of paint!

Get some pics up fella!
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Originally Posted by Shorty
Car looked nice, just needed a bit of paint!
needs more then paint now

ill start a new thread when its down to a bare shell ready for a proper bit of work
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Originally Posted by boy_racer2f2f
Originally Posted by Shorty
Car looked nice, just needed a bit of paint!
needs more then paint now

ill start a new thread when its down to a bare shell ready for a proper bit of work
Sounds good m8!
Old 27-12-2006, 11:39 PM
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looking gd dave
cant wait to c it finished
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Engine looks very clean shorty - the rest of the cars mint. An excellent base to start from.

Keep up the good work
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Engine looks sweet,
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nice one
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Get some paint slapped on the engine, give it a clean up and polish and it'll be sound Get working you scally bum! See you on the 10th probly, just waiting for some silicone hose from Roose
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any updates Dave.
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Nice one Shorty
what wheels are you going for? comps
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and who's this sneaking in the pics

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shorty, didnt you have a saff shell at one stage?? wats happend to that?
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Looking good mate
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Nice one fella - let me know if you want a hand spannering on it...

Be an excuse to come over and drink Diva's beer
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