mk1 4x4 escort upgrade time - Page 8

RAPID 3DR · 23-01-2010, 07:42 PM

looking mint mate,did you get the idea from ur cup for the colour

i would of made the edge of the spoiler abit rounder.
like this

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DarylC · 23-01-2010, 09:01 PM

looks great so far, cant wait to se it finished

graham c · 24-01-2010, 09:47 AM

no i wonted a differant coulor, thought about rounding the spolier off after i made it, mite made a other one later on as i could do with new wings so upgrades are on the menu all ready

graham c · 24-01-2010, 07:55 PM

just found this on the tube it mite work but i ave never link owt

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMN7L5wgiUU

andy escos · 28-01-2010, 09:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by graham c

just found this on the tube it mite work but i ave never link owt

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMN7L5wgiUU

you just gotta love a cossied mk1 4x4

AJC · 29-01-2010, 10:10 AM

Look forward to the completion

cossytonyt · 29-01-2010, 11:21 AM

looking good mate

my heads battered atm with the prep on mine

thinking on modifying the cage on mine have you had seats in yours ? the brace on the drivers side looks awkward for getting in and out ? mines a propper mare lol

Shaggy's Auto Store · 29-01-2010, 12:50 PM

That is awesome, im giong to get my finger out over the weekend (due to shame) Ive been building a 5.7 litre Sierra with the engine and bulkhead moved back 12inches its been slow progress but not half of what you have done full respect , keep it up..

Check out my profile pics..

AJC · 29-01-2010, 01:01 PM

Look forward to the completion

graham c · 29-01-2010, 05:25 PM

seats were in when i made the cage the steering wheel is quick release to make it easy and stop nob heads trying to nic it ! andy you,ll have the best seat in the house to watch it been fitted back together pal

graham c · 30-01-2010, 10:59 AM

well its just about to be put on the trailer so will post some pic,s up in coulor later hope it gose smooth today

AJC · 30-01-2010, 11:09 AM

Look after that trailer!!! Lol

graham c · 30-01-2010, 12:00 PM

a it woz block in by 2 cars last nite ! and i still never slept that good

graham c · 31-01-2010, 07:25 PM

well its painted so have a look

graham c · 31-01-2010, 07:29 PM

ops prissed wrong button heres some more

hope their up to your standerds i now have new screen saver

richard youll · 31-01-2010, 07:30 PM

Cool as chief, long tim. Coming!

rsjonny · 31-01-2010, 07:35 PM

that looks awesome

i want it !!

adam151082 · 31-01-2010, 07:44 PM

brave colour choice, lookin forward to see it built up.

cossytonyt · 31-01-2010, 08:04 PM

looks great graham stunning outside in the daylight

andy escos · 31-01-2010, 08:21 PM

looking real nice graham well done top job

scarnny · 31-01-2010, 08:32 PM

looking good mate, big step forward finally getting it in paint i know.
is there a time when you hoping to finish?

COLEYST200 · 31-01-2010, 09:06 PM

looking good mate but why did you not paint the under side of the bonnet

mk1van · 31-01-2010, 09:35 PM

WOW...cracking job so far...love the mean green machine look

one of my fav resto projects in a while

cossiejsy · 31-01-2010, 09:39 PM

love the colour and well done on a good job

RAPID 3DR · 31-01-2010, 09:41 PM

fook me mate well nice,you would'nt think it was a rust bucket not to long ago,you done a cracking job mate

lewismk1 · 31-01-2010, 11:31 PM

Looking really well now pal, look forward to see it in the flesh!

When you hoping to have it out?

AndyKam · 01-02-2010, 01:10 AM

thats amazing

toonarf · 01-02-2010, 12:54 PM

I'm sure I followed G1 TWF along Blackpool Road in Preston on Sat morning

dingla rs · 01-02-2010, 01:48 PM

nice job i take it you painted it as doing all ya sell graham

nice filler work

dingla rs · 01-02-2010, 05:01 PM

got question for ya fella how did you cut these out for bonnet pins ?

graham c · 01-02-2010, 08:26 PM

rite angle die grinder but you could use a dremmul if you have one ? lewis come ajc thursday nite wil be doing a bit, the under side of the boonet needs sealing and its getting sealed stone chiped and silver foil near turbo,andy i woz going to pm you about my title tonite

you are my computer mate !

escort greg · 01-02-2010, 09:06 PM

Looking good...wish i had your patience for bodywork...

eedwin · 02-02-2010, 08:10 PM

Nice work !

dingla rs · 02-02-2010, 08:29 PM

did you paint it then fella ?? hard to think what it started off as

graham c · 02-02-2010, 09:12 PM

yes i waited round all day it took me just over a hour, five good coats on

dingla rs · 02-02-2010, 09:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by graham c

yes i waited round all day it took me just over a hour, five good coats on

joys of a booth mate, took me 4hours paint mine lol

Shaggy's Auto Store · 02-02-2010, 10:13 PM

Where does the M.O.T man find the chassis number or did you just weld in the one from the Mk1..? My car is a mixture or cars like this and i would like to some day put her on the road..

graham c · 02-02-2010, 10:16 PM

just going to take the log book as most mk1 mk2 have been plated were the no is any way just rivet the tag back on it

Twins · 02-02-2010, 10:41 PM

Looks great

AJC · 05-02-2010, 06:04 PM

different wheels!!!!

and what he should put on the grill

23-01-2010, 09:01 PM	#282
DarylC PassionFord Post Troll Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Lincoln Posts: 2,940 Rep Power: 5	looks great so far, cant wait to se it finished __________________ Rat look - The only way to make a VW even worse.

24-01-2010, 09:47 AM	#283
graham c PassionFord Post Troll 1972 Ford Escort Trader Score: (3) Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: preston Posts: 3,356 Rep Power: 10	no i wonted a differant coulor, thought about rounding the spolier off after i made it, mite made a other one later on as i could do with new wings so upgrades are on the menu all ready __________________ just dont tell the wife how much it really cost

29-01-2010, 10:10 AM	#286
AJC Lord of Longridge Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (4) Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Preston, Lancs Posts: 10,906 Rep Power: 18	Look forward to the completion __________________ Cheers, Andy 11.93 1/4 mile @ 116.9mph - Santa pod Lancashire RSOC Group Chairman

29-01-2010, 01:01 PM	#289
AJC Lord of Longridge Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (4) Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Preston, Lancs Posts: 10,906 Rep Power: 18	Look forward to the completion __________________ Cheers, Andy 11.93 1/4 mile @ 116.9mph - Santa pod Lancashire RSOC Group Chairman

29-01-2010, 05:25 PM	#290
graham c PassionFord Post Troll 1972 Ford Escort Trader Score: (3) Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: preston Posts: 3,356 Rep Power: 10	seats were in when i made the cage the steering wheel is quick release to make it easy and stop nob heads trying to nic it ! andy you,ll have the best seat in the house to watch it been fitted back together pal __________________ just dont tell the wife how much it really cost

29-01-2010, 11:21 AM	#287
cossytonyt Too many posts.. I need a life!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (4) Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: sunderland Posts: 514 Rep Power: 7	looking good mate my heads battered atm with the prep on mine thinking on modifying the cage on mine have you had seats in yours ? the brace on the drivers side looks awkward for getting in and out ? mines a propper mare lol

29-01-2010, 12:50 PM	#288
Shaggy's Auto Store 15000 1988 Ford Sierra Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: In the Shed Posts: 41 Rep Power: 0	That is awesome, im giong to get my finger out over the weekend (due to shame) Ive been building a 5.7 litre Sierra with the engine and bulkhead moved back 12inches its been slow progress but not half of what you have done full respect , keep it up.. Check out my profile pics..

30-01-2010, 10:59 AM	#291
graham c PassionFord Post Troll 1972 Ford Escort Trader Score: (3) Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: preston Posts: 3,356 Rep Power: 10	well its just about to be put on the trailer so will post some pic,s up in coulor later hope it gose smooth today __________________ just dont tell the wife how much it really cost

30-01-2010, 11:09 AM	#292
AJC Lord of Longridge Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (4) Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Preston, Lancs Posts: 10,906 Rep Power: 18	Look after that trailer!!! Lol __________________ Cheers, Andy 11.93 1/4 mile @ 116.9mph - Santa pod Lancashire RSOC Group Chairman

30-01-2010, 12:00 PM	#293
graham c PassionFord Post Troll 1972 Ford Escort Trader Score: (3) Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: preston Posts: 3,356 Rep Power: 10	a it woz block in by 2 cars last nite ! and i still never slept that good __________________ just dont tell the wife how much it really cost

31-01-2010, 07:25 PM	#294
graham c PassionFord Post Troll 1972 Ford Escort Trader Score: (3) Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: preston Posts: 3,356 Rep Power: 10	well its painted so have a look __________________ just dont tell the wife how much it really cost

31-01-2010, 07:29 PM	#295
graham c PassionFord Post Troll 1972 Ford Escort Trader Score: (3) Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: preston Posts: 3,356 Rep Power: 10	ops prissed wrong button heres some more hope their up to your standerds i now have new screen saver __________________ just dont tell the wife how much it really cost

31-01-2010, 07:30 PM	#296
richard youll PassionFord Regular Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: May 2003 Location: preston Posts: 454 Rep Power: 9	Cool as chief, long tim. Coming!

31-01-2010, 07:35 PM	#297
rsjonny Regular Contributor Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: May 2006 Location: UK Posts: 303 Rep Power: 6	that looks awesome i want it !! __________________ AKA XR3I RACER WWW.RS2000-16V.COM WWW.XROC.CO.UK WWW.SPORTINGFORDS.COM

31-01-2010, 07:44 PM	#298
adam151082 I've found that life I needed.. It's HERE!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Sunderland Posts: 1,450 Rep Power: 5	brave colour choice, lookin forward to see it built up. __________________ Don't worry; it only seems kinky the first time.

31-01-2010, 08:04 PM	#299
cossytonyt Too many posts.. I need a life!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (4) Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: sunderland Posts: 514 Rep Power: 7	looks great graham stunning outside in the daylight

31-01-2010, 08:21 PM	#300
andy escos Capt Chaos Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Sunny Devon Posts: 5,237 Rep Power: 9	looking real nice graham well done top job __________________ 500+BHP 4X4 ZAKSPEED ESCORT GROUP 5 FULL RESTO, SOON TO LOOK LIKE THIS,, TAKE A LOOK AT MY GROUP 5 ZAKSPEED ESCORT REPLICA RESTORATION Clicky

31-01-2010, 08:32 PM	#301
scarnny Regular Contributor Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: woolpit Posts: 315 Rep Power: 3	looking good mate, big step forward finally getting it in paint i know. is there a time when you hoping to finish?

31-01-2010, 09:06 PM	#302
COLEYST200 PassionFord Post Whore!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (3) Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Birmingham Posts: 5,894 Rep Power: 10	looking good mate but why did you not paint the under side of the bonnet __________________ Birmingham group Click here to take a look at my three door project.

31-01-2010, 09:35 PM	#303
mk1van 15000 Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: wicklow, ireland Posts: 23 Rep Power: 0	WOW...cracking job so far...love the mean green machine look one of my fav resto projects in a while

31-01-2010, 09:39 PM	#304
cossiejsy PassionFord Post Whore!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: St Helier,Jersey Posts: 7,589 Rep Power: 15	love the colour and well done on a good job __________________ Dont like my drivin then stop watchin me Jersey Rs Owners Club member of the daytime pf talk bollocks and random shite club #65

31-01-2010, 09:41 PM	#305
RAPID 3DR Advanced PassionFord User Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: midlands Posts: 2,050 Rep Power: 5	fook me mate well nice,you would'nt think it was a rust bucket not to long ago,you done a cracking job mate

31-01-2010, 11:31 PM	#306
lewismk1 Regular Contributor Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Blackpool Posts: 342 Rep Power: 6	Looking really well now pal, look forward to see it in the flesh! When you hoping to have it out? __________________

01-02-2010, 01:10 AM	#307
AndyKam PassionFord Regular Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (2) Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Cannock, Staffordshire Posts: 461 Rep Power: 8	thats amazing __________________ Andy

01-02-2010, 12:54 PM	#308
toonarf Tortoisespeed Racing Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Blackburn Lancs Posts: 18 Rep Power: 0	I'm sure I followed G1 TWF along Blackpool Road in Preston on Sat morning

01-02-2010, 01:48 PM	#309
dingla rs PassionFord Post Whore!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: catterick/sunny yorkshire Posts: 5,690 Rep Power: 8	nice job i take it you painted it as doing all ya sell graham nice filler work __________________ loysport http://www.bafabrications.co.uk/ PM MONSTER FOR CUSTOM VIN TAGS carpartsexpress mail order ford parts 01914272186

01-02-2010, 05:01 PM	#310
dingla rs PassionFord Post Whore!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: catterick/sunny yorkshire Posts: 5,690 Rep Power: 8	got question for ya fella how did you cut these out for bonnet pins ? __________________ loysport http://www.bafabrications.co.uk/ PM MONSTER FOR CUSTOM VIN TAGS carpartsexpress mail order ford parts 01914272186

01-02-2010, 08:26 PM	#311
graham c PassionFord Post Troll 1972 Ford Escort Trader Score: (3) Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: preston Posts: 3,356 Rep Power: 10	rite angle die grinder but you could use a dremmul if you have one ? lewis come ajc thursday nite wil be doing a bit, the under side of the boonet needs sealing and its getting sealed stone chiped and silver foil near turbo,andy i woz going to pm you about my title tonite you are my computer mate ! __________________ just dont tell the wife how much it really cost

01-02-2010, 09:06 PM	#312
escort greg Part of the Furniture Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: May 2006 Location: on top of your misses Posts: 156 Rep Power: 6	Looking good...wish i had your patience for bodywork...

02-02-2010, 08:10 PM	#313
eedwin 15000 Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Netherlands Groningen Posts: 17 Rep Power: 0	Nice work !

02-02-2010, 08:29 PM	#314
dingla rs PassionFord Post Whore!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: catterick/sunny yorkshire Posts: 5,690 Rep Power: 8	did you paint it then fella ?? hard to think what it started off as __________________ loysport http://www.bafabrications.co.uk/ PM MONSTER FOR CUSTOM VIN TAGS carpartsexpress mail order ford parts 01914272186

02-02-2010, 09:12 PM	#315
graham c PassionFord Post Troll 1972 Ford Escort Trader Score: (3) Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: preston Posts: 3,356 Rep Power: 10	yes i waited round all day it took me just over a hour, five good coats on __________________ just dont tell the wife how much it really cost

02-02-2010, 10:13 PM	#317
Shaggy's Auto Store 15000 1988 Ford Sierra Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: In the Shed Posts: 41 Rep Power: 0	Where does the M.O.T man find the chassis number or did you just weld in the one from the Mk1..? My car is a mixture or cars like this and i would like to some day put her on the road..

02-02-2010, 10:16 PM	#318
graham c PassionFord Post Troll 1972 Ford Escort Trader Score: (3) Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: preston Posts: 3,356 Rep Power: 10	just going to take the log book as most mk1 mk2 have been plated were the no is any way just rivet the tag back on it __________________ just dont tell the wife how much it really cost

02-02-2010, 10:41 PM	#319
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