My '88 Sapphire RS Cosworth 2wd (update 23.04.11) - Page 4

Simmo · 03-01-2009, 05:17 PM

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RS-Stian · 03-01-2009, 10:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Glenny Boy

Loving the car mate.You just need the 2wd sierra cossie badge now.

Yep, I know. Will sort this out but since the badges that is on the car now are pretty nice I haven't prioritized it

Been so fookin' pissed off all day since I had a burglary in my 'Dochworth' (4x4 cos replica) last night, so I have to change the door locks and ignition. Have had some problems with the fuel pump as well so I need to use some time on that car next week. Fortunately the thiefs didn't managed to get away with the car since it won't start because of the pump, lol.

fezzajsy · 03-01-2009, 11:12 PM

shit news mate,hope u sort things out

cossynath · 04-01-2009, 02:12 AM

Looking good mate!

MARCOSWORTH · 05-01-2009, 03:32 PM

Good update Stian

Shit news about the thiefs mate

RS-Stian · 05-01-2009, 05:58 PM

Thanks fellas

Ordered a snap-off module and hub/boss today for a reasonable price so if the assholes shows up next time they won't see a steering wheel, lol. The door lock is still lockable so I just ordered a new genuine ignition lock from eBay for £14. At Fords they expected around £80...

RS-Stian · 11-01-2009, 06:31 PM

Finally the underside is now ready for paint, looking forward to it as I'm bit tired of seeing this floor now, lol.

And now she sleeps

Btw, here is a pic of the new fuel pump wiring loom. Quality item, big thanks to Prometheus.

DaveCrack · 12-01-2009, 09:50 AM

Looking forward to seeing this fnished mate!

RS-Stian · 26-03-2009, 09:10 PM

It's finally time for an update again now. Unfortunately it's going really slow here but I picked up the gearbox, diff and fuel tank yesterday, really satisfied with the final finish.

Were also at Ford yesterday and picked up four new inner arches and some bits and bobs for the fuel pump cradle. Will also fit new bolts and sump plug on the diff when these parts arrives.

All the other parts like rear beam, trailing arms, hubs, driveshafts, pump cradle etc. has been sent to blastering and powdercoating so I'll pick them up during easter I guess. If the temperature is not to bad during easter I have plans to get the underside painted and ready for assembling. Painting in cold conditions is not a good idea.

cossynath · 26-03-2009, 09:30 PM

Looking good mate keep up the good work!

MARCOSWORTH · 27-03-2009, 07:01 AM

Looks fantastic Stian

DaveCrack · 27-03-2009, 09:51 AM

Looks great!!!

fezzajsy · 27-03-2009, 12:33 PM

looking good mate

RS-Stian · 28-03-2009, 03:59 PM

Thanks fellas, much appreciated

Btw, what do people use for sealing between gearbox and the clutch housing? Or is it some kind of gasket there? Same question for the diff as I've already have had the cover off.

Rs Baz · 30-03-2009, 01:34 AM

looking good

great little update, them calipers are spot on bud

ho how long did it take to clean the floor up, mine is 4x4 i think it will take more to do than yours

Twins · 30-03-2009, 06:45 AM

Looks great

RS-Stian · 30-03-2009, 12:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rs Baz

looking good

great little update, them calipers are spot on bud

ho how long did it take to clean the floor up, mine is 4x4 i think it will take more to do than yours

Cheers mate. I used a lot of time cleaning the floor, specially scraping all the underseal off (notice: by hand), fortunately the floor wasn't sealed all the way. Used some degreasing as well as I didn't have an high-pressure washer available, think that would have done the job much easier. It's a real time-consuming job but in the end it's all worth it.

saphcosmike · 30-03-2009, 01:00 PM

Loving it

Mike Kerbey · 30-03-2009, 05:44 PM

some cool pics there, looks good!!

Brian · 30-03-2009, 05:53 PM

Looking good

Brian

saphcosmike · 31-03-2009, 01:52 PM

Every time I go to Ford,

"Computer says no"

Always obsolete....

I need 4 new wheel arch liners as well. I also need the clamp inside the fuel cradle.

Any ideas anyone?

RS-Stian · 31-03-2009, 06:57 PM

Does the computer really says no or is it just the man behind the desk? When I ordered mine back in december last year there were no problem getting those.

And what clamp are you looking for? The one that holds the pump or the filter? Actually I had to re-use both clamps from my old cradle as the new ones were too short.

saphcosmike · 31-03-2009, 07:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RS-Stian

Does the computer really says no or is it just the man behind the desk? When I ordered mine back in december last year there were no problem getting those.

And what clamp are you looking for? The one that holds the pump or the filter? Actually I had to re-use both clamps from my old cradle as the new ones were too short.

I have the cradle but no clamps. I was told the front wheel arch liners were £22 each and rears not available and not showing on back order?

Really sick I would have the wheel arch liners.

RS-Stian · 31-03-2009, 09:45 PM

Strange. I'll ask my local Ford dealer next time I'm in and see if the rears are still available. Maby I can ship two arch liners to you?

saphcosmike · 31-03-2009, 09:57 PM

Thanks, I've sent a parts request to Ford parts uk see what they can come up with, I'll let you know.

How much was the fuel pump wiring loom from prometheus?

RS-Stian · 01-04-2009, 08:06 AM

No problem

The fuel pump loom costs £55 and can be bought here.

RS-Stian · 02-04-2009, 08:21 PM

While I'm waiting for the weekend and easter to come with some holidays and possibly get the underside painted, I've done some minor stuff. Mounted new top struts mountings and bearing on the Gaz coilovers today.

The diff is now finished with new oil, bolts, sump plug and m2racing mount.

saphcosmike · 02-04-2009, 08:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RS-Stian

No problem

The fuel pump loom costs £55 and can be bought .

Fordpartsuk can get them £22 and £26 so I'll order them and see what comes

keep up the good work....

RS-Stian · 20-04-2009, 07:26 PM

Most parts are now back from blasting and powdercoating, really pleased with the finished as I didn't want that glossy/shiny finish. Bushings were mounted in the rear beam and TCA's last weekend. I'm waiting for the driveshafts, some covers and the fuel pump cradle as those parts is going to be coated in silver grey. Unfortunately the underside hasn't been painted yet as I was in really bad shape during easter. Had plans to do some progress last weekend but then some friends dragged me onto a party on saturday so yesterday was not a good day for working on the car, lol

It's going really slow here since it's all about the cash at the moment and since I'm going to United States in June my plans are to finish the underside before I take 4 weeks off but except mounting gearbox and brakes since I need new clutch and discs/pads. Well, here are some new pics...

fezzajsy · 20-04-2009, 08:29 PM

looks awesome

RS-Stian · 01-05-2009, 08:09 PM

Finally, the underside has been primed today. Even if I've never had used a spray can before I'm actually pretty satisfied with the result. Next step is stone chip and a few coats with fresh diamond white colour, hopefully I'm done within this weekend. My head is a little messed up now after spraying underneath the car but I think it's worth it though

Some pics.

stevenebm · 01-05-2009, 08:12 PM

spot on mate.

saphcosmike · 01-05-2009, 08:20 PM

This is going to be well worth all your hard work

NExr4i · 02-05-2009, 03:36 PM

hei stian. veldig godt arbeide.!!

this will look the nuts.!!

olek · 02-05-2009, 05:59 PM

keep it yellow, Stian!

to bad it won't be ready for 10. of may.....

Twins · 02-05-2009, 06:15 PM

Very good that looks mint

RS-Stian · 02-05-2009, 07:38 PM

@olek: Lol...sorry, the underside has become white today. It's been another long day underneath the car but now it is finally stone chipped also. I totally missed on how much stone chip I needed, had bought two litres but ended up using five. Here is some pics from today's work.

My favourite pic of the floor

And this is how I looked after I was finished under the car

sapph1 · 02-05-2009, 08:10 PM

Looks awsome mate

fezzajsy · 02-05-2009, 09:00 PM

very nice matey

andy escos · 03-05-2009, 02:43 PM

inearly spat my coffee out when i saw that

looking good though

03-01-2009, 11:12 PM	#123
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05-01-2009, 03:32 PM	#125
MARCOSWORTH PassionFord Post Troll Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (15) Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Nederland Posts: 3,370 Rep Power: 11	Good update Stian Shit news about the thiefs mate __________________ Marco My engine rebuild & 2wd convert project

05-01-2009, 05:58 PM	#126
RS-Stian www.fordclubnorway.no Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Norway Posts: 592 Rep Power: 7	Thanks fellas Ordered a snap-off module and hub/boss today for a reasonable price so if the assholes shows up next time they won't see a steering wheel, lol. The door lock is still lockable so I just ordered a new genuine ignition lock from eBay for £14. At Fords they expected around £80... __________________ My Sapphire RS Cosworth 2wd project thread Ford Club Norway

11-01-2009, 06:31 PM	#127
RS-Stian www.fordclubnorway.no Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Norway Posts: 592 Rep Power: 7	Finally the underside is now ready for paint, looking forward to it as I'm bit tired of seeing this floor now, lol. And now she sleeps Btw, here is a pic of the new fuel pump wiring loom. Quality item, big thanks to Prometheus. __________________ My Sapphire RS Cosworth 2wd project thread Ford Club Norway Last edited by RS-Stian; 11-01-2009 at 07:37 PM.

26-03-2009, 09:10 PM	#129
RS-Stian www.fordclubnorway.no Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Norway Posts: 592 Rep Power: 7	It's finally time for an update again now. Unfortunately it's going really slow here but I picked up the gearbox, diff and fuel tank yesterday, really satisfied with the final finish. Were also at Ford yesterday and picked up four new inner arches and some bits and bobs for the fuel pump cradle. Will also fit new bolts and sump plug on the diff when these parts arrives. All the other parts like rear beam, trailing arms, hubs, driveshafts, pump cradle etc. has been sent to blastering and powdercoating so I'll pick them up during easter I guess. If the temperature is not to bad during easter I have plans to get the underside painted and ready for assembling. Painting in cold conditions is not a good idea. __________________ My Sapphire RS Cosworth 2wd project thread Ford Club Norway

04-01-2009, 02:12 AM	#124
cossynath The Daddy Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Stoke Posts: 276 Rep Power: 4	Looking good mate!

12-01-2009, 09:50 AM	#128
DaveCrack Regular Contributor Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Munich/GER Posts: 292 Rep Power: 5	Looking forward to seeing this fnished mate!

26-03-2009, 09:30 PM	#130
cossynath The Daddy Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Stoke Posts: 276 Rep Power: 4	Looking good mate keep up the good work! __________________ Check out my escos resto http://passionford.com/forum/restorations-rebuilds-and-projects/276284-escort-cosworth-underside-and-engine-bay-resto-continued-back-on-road.html

27-03-2009, 07:01 AM	#131
MARCOSWORTH PassionFord Post Troll Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (15) Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Nederland Posts: 3,370 Rep Power: 11	Looks fantastic Stian __________________ Marco My engine rebuild & 2wd convert project

27-03-2009, 09:51 AM	#132
DaveCrack Regular Contributor Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Munich/GER Posts: 292 Rep Power: 5	Looks great!!!

27-03-2009, 12:33 PM	#133
fezzajsy 10K+ Poster!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (9) Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: jeRSey..isles Posts: 12,475 Rep Power: 20	looking good mate __________________ http://passionford.com/forum/restora...y-tidy-up.html

28-03-2009, 03:59 PM	#134
RS-Stian www.fordclubnorway.no Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Norway Posts: 592 Rep Power: 7	Thanks fellas, much appreciated Btw, what do people use for sealing between gearbox and the clutch housing? Or is it some kind of gasket there? Same question for the diff as I've already have had the cover off. __________________ My Sapphire RS Cosworth 2wd project thread Ford Club Norway

30-03-2009, 01:34 AM	#135
Rs Baz PassionFord Post Whore!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: May 2004 Location: im on to you Posts: 5,110 Rep Power: 13	looking good great little update, them calipers are spot on bud ho how long did it take to clean the floor up, mine is 4x4 i think it will take more to do than yours

30-03-2009, 06:45 AM	#136
Twins 15K+ Super Poster!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (14) Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: ESSEX Posts: 15,591 Rep Power: 23	Looks great __________________ My carbon clad s2

30-03-2009, 01:00 PM	#138
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30-03-2009, 05:44 PM	#139
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30-03-2009, 05:53 PM	#140
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31-03-2009, 01:52 PM	#141
saphcosmike Advanced PassionFord User Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Tyne and Wear Posts: 2,157 Rep Power: 7	Every time I go to Ford, "Computer says no" Always obsolete.... I need 4 new wheel arch liners as well. I also need the clamp inside the fuel cradle. Any ideas anyone?

31-03-2009, 06:57 PM	#142
RS-Stian www.fordclubnorway.no Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Norway Posts: 592 Rep Power: 7	Does the computer really says no or is it just the man behind the desk? When I ordered mine back in december last year there were no problem getting those. And what clamp are you looking for? The one that holds the pump or the filter? Actually I had to re-use both clamps from my old cradle as the new ones were too short. __________________ My Sapphire RS Cosworth 2wd project thread Ford Club Norway

31-03-2009, 09:45 PM	#144
RS-Stian www.fordclubnorway.no Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Norway Posts: 592 Rep Power: 7	Strange. I'll ask my local Ford dealer next time I'm in and see if the rears are still available. Maby I can ship two arch liners to you? __________________ My Sapphire RS Cosworth 2wd project thread Ford Club Norway

31-03-2009, 09:57 PM	#145
saphcosmike Advanced PassionFord User Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Tyne and Wear Posts: 2,157 Rep Power: 7	Thanks, I've sent a parts request to Ford parts uk see what they can come up with, I'll let you know. How much was the fuel pump wiring loom from prometheus?

01-04-2009, 08:06 AM	#146
RS-Stian www.fordclubnorway.no Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Norway Posts: 592 Rep Power: 7	No problem The fuel pump loom costs £55 and can be bought here. __________________ My Sapphire RS Cosworth 2wd project thread Ford Club Norway

02-04-2009, 08:21 PM	#147
RS-Stian www.fordclubnorway.no Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Norway Posts: 592 Rep Power: 7	While I'm waiting for the weekend and easter to come with some holidays and possibly get the underside painted, I've done some minor stuff. Mounted new top struts mountings and bearing on the Gaz coilovers today. The diff is now finished with new oil, bolts, sump plug and m2racing mount. __________________ My Sapphire RS Cosworth 2wd project thread Ford Club Norway

20-04-2009, 07:26 PM	#149
RS-Stian www.fordclubnorway.no Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Norway Posts: 592 Rep Power: 7	Most parts are now back from blasting and powdercoating, really pleased with the finished as I didn't want that glossy/shiny finish. Bushings were mounted in the rear beam and TCA's last weekend. I'm waiting for the driveshafts, some covers and the fuel pump cradle as those parts is going to be coated in silver grey. Unfortunately the underside hasn't been painted yet as I was in really bad shape during easter. Had plans to do some progress last weekend but then some friends dragged me onto a party on saturday so yesterday was not a good day for working on the car, lol It's going really slow here since it's all about the cash at the moment and since I'm going to United States in June my plans are to finish the underside before I take 4 weeks off but except mounting gearbox and brakes since I need new clutch and discs/pads. Well, here are some new pics... __________________ My Sapphire RS Cosworth 2wd project thread Ford Club Norway Last edited by RS-Stian; 20-04-2009 at 07:31 PM.

20-04-2009, 08:29 PM	#150
fezzajsy 10K+ Poster!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (9) Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: jeRSey..isles Posts: 12,475 Rep Power: 20	looks awesome __________________ http://passionford.com/forum/restora...y-tidy-up.html

01-05-2009, 08:09 PM	#151
RS-Stian www.fordclubnorway.no Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Norway Posts: 592 Rep Power: 7	Finally, the underside has been primed today. Even if I've never had used a spray can before I'm actually pretty satisfied with the result. Next step is stone chip and a few coats with fresh diamond white colour, hopefully I'm done within this weekend. My head is a little messed up now after spraying underneath the car but I think it's worth it though Some pics. __________________ My Sapphire RS Cosworth 2wd project thread Ford Club Norway

01-05-2009, 08:12 PM	#152
stevenebm post whore Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (6) Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: ayrshire Posts: 5,294 Rep Power: 13	spot on mate. __________________ http://www.focusrsec.co.uk/forum/

01-05-2009, 08:20 PM	#153
saphcosmike Advanced PassionFord User Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Tyne and Wear Posts: 2,157 Rep Power: 7	This is going to be well worth all your hard work

02-05-2009, 03:36 PM	#154
NExr4i I Want To Be FOOOOOSED..! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Noway. ehm Norway Posts: 148 Rep Power: 7	hei stian. veldig godt arbeide.!! this will look the nuts.!! __________________

02-05-2009, 05:59 PM	#155
olek PassionFord Regular Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 488 Rep Power: 8	keep it yellow, Stian! to bad it won't be ready for 10. of may.....

02-05-2009, 06:15 PM	#156
Twins 15K+ Super Poster!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (14) Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: ESSEX Posts: 15,591 Rep Power: 23	Very good that looks mint __________________ My carbon clad s2

02-05-2009, 07:38 PM	#157
RS-Stian www.fordclubnorway.no Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Norway Posts: 592 Rep Power: 7	@olek: Lol...sorry, the underside has become white today. It's been another long day underneath the car but now it is finally stone chipped also. I totally missed on how much stone chip I needed, had bought two litres but ended up using five. Here is some pics from today's work. My favourite pic of the floor And this is how I looked after I was finished under the car __________________ My Sapphire RS Cosworth 2wd project thread Ford Club Norway

02-05-2009, 08:10 PM	#158
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02-05-2009, 09:00 PM	#159
fezzajsy 10K+ Poster!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (9) Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: jeRSey..isles Posts: 12,475 Rep Power: 20	very nice matey __________________ http://passionford.com/forum/restora...y-tidy-up.html

03-05-2009, 02:43 PM	#160
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