My Mark One Escort Build

Ginn L · 26-12-2011, 01:26 PM

Hi, I've been looking over the forums for some time now but never posted. I've finally been cracking on with my Mk1 Escort so figured I'd start a build thread.

Had the car almost 2 years now, been working on it on and off. It's undergoing a full bare metal resto, and hoping to get it done for the Summer, as soon as possible really.

Bought the car complete as just a 2 door 1300E. And It looked like a decent car until I got it sandblasted..

So far it's, been Sandblasted, had new complete floor pans both sides. New inner sills. New outer sills. 4 link boxes welded in .Rear Turrets. Sierra Tunnel fabricated to fit. Complete Rear Quarters fitted. Modified tubbs fitted. Rear Arches have been widened. That’s the main stuff anyways.

I cut the front end off a while back, as I was planning to build a space frame, but changed my mind, so sorting out inner wings and the front end is the next big job.

Were over 400 hours into the build so far, and suspect it will be at least a 1000 hour resto. I'm doing a lot of the work myself, however my dad Colin is doing all the welding and fabrication. A few people on here may know him. He built the Saxon which is in Classic Ford this month.

I wont say too much about my plans, cause I always change my mind, but it's going to be running a Cosworth YB on a GT30 spec.

Here's some pics, I'll post some more recent ones tomorrow.

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Ginn L · 26-12-2011, 01:40 PM

Now we started to extend the rear arches, however I would have had to wait up to 4 weeks for some inner tub arch lips, so we used the outer's, to make inner lips, and extend the tubs.

The outer lip was cut into 3 parts then re welded and shaped.

The arches don't look like they've hardly been extended, which is exactly what I wanted, as it's more subtle. I've also put a sharp edge round the arch, to give it more definition. There's some serious hours in the RQ's so far, and they still need a fair bit of work to get them perfect. Can be seen better in this pic.

I'll upload some more recent pictures tomorrow. Any comments welcome. Cheers

Ginn L · 26-12-2011, 01:43 PM

Sorry, double post.

Portugal · 26-12-2011, 01:47 PM

keep updating

Retro Al · 26-12-2011, 01:51 PM

Looks great! nice work

Ginn L · 26-12-2011, 01:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Portugal

keep updating

I will do, I've done a fair bit more since the last picture. The diff tunnel is all done etc.

Quote:

Originally Posted by RETRO_AL_

Looks great! nice work

Thank you mate, appreciate it. I really admire some of the fabrication you do at Retro, really impressive stuff. Loved your Mk1 too.

gouch1 · 26-12-2011, 02:01 PM

great work

LIMITLESS · 26-12-2011, 02:11 PM

Great work mate, keep the pics coming

Retro Al · 26-12-2011, 02:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ginn L

I will do, I've done a fair bit more since the last picture. The diff tunnel is all done etc.

Thank you mate, appreciate it. I really admire some of the fabrication you do at Retro, really impressive stuff. Loved your Mk1 too.

Thats not me m8 thats gary,i struggle with a soldering iron never mind welding

Ginn L · 26-12-2011, 02:51 PM

Haha fair play. Sorry I thought you worked there too. Didn't you have that Castrol Mk1 a few years back though?

r.s.2000 ginger · 26-12-2011, 03:01 PM

Fair play doing a good job and looks better with the standard arches.

AquariousRS · 26-12-2011, 03:01 PM

Should be a good build this. Who is it that looks to be missing a few fingers using the grinder? Ouch!

Ginn L · 26-12-2011, 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by r.s.2000 ginger

Fair play doing a good job and looks better with the standard arches.

Thanks, glad people agree. I'm not really going for the rally look, so bubbles wouldn't have suited it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by AquariousRS

Should be a good build this. Who is it that looks to be missing a few fingers using the grinder? Ouch!

And cheers. It does look like it! However it's just the picture, he's not missing any fingers, luckily lol!

I'm just uploading the recent pics now, I'll post them in a minute.

massivewangers · 26-12-2011, 03:29 PM

Looks a lovely build. Shame you didn't keep the bubble arches mind.

I think a nice NA engine would be better myself, but great all the same. Would love an old Escort!

turbo m · 26-12-2011, 03:34 PM

Nice one ! some quality work going there i gather the rear arch/tub mods are for15"s??

turbo m · 26-12-2011, 03:35 PM

And one hellva a spit you have there too.

Ginn L · 26-12-2011, 03:44 PM

Here's some more pic's, the bottom of the doors had rotted through a fair bit, so had to make a new lip both sides and weld in a new piece of steel.

All panels have been stripped down to bare metal with a zip wheel, then etched, and the bonnet and boot were also acid dipped to make sure all paint was removed.

We've done the diff tunnel. I was going to buy one online, but I couldn't find one with round edges, as a sharp fold wouldn't suit the round, Sierra tunnel. So we made one..

It has now been fully welded, I don't have any pictures on my phone, but you get the idea.

^ The nearside front foot well was repaired and shaped.

^ Back panel repaired.

^ Floor sections boxed up both sides.

^ Diff tunnel fabricated and welded up. I wont be using that cage, we are going to make one up from scratch with 2" steel pipe. It was just to get an idea of where to position the mounts.

I've been trying to get some inner wings for a while, I cut mine off and scrapped them a while ago, as I was going to do a space frame.

Now I've changed my mind. I went and picked some up last week, they looked half decent, got them sandblasted and they then, looked pretty shite. But they will work.

As you can see, their not beautiful. I've ordered new compete top pieces from Express Panels, which should arrive this week, they have to be perfect, so no expense will be spared

^ Near side inner wing and front chassis rail removed.

That's it for now, but I'm working on it wednesday, so I'll post some pics then.

Ginn L · 26-12-2011, 03:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by massivewangers

Looks a lovely build. Shame you didn't keep the bubble arches mind.

I think a nice NA engine would be better myself, but great all the same. Would love an old Escort!

Cheers mate, the arches were fibreglass. I was going to do steel bubbles, but didn't think they would suit the theme of the car. The interior is going to be pretty radical though. Going to build a tubular dash etc.

And I agree N/A does look better, but I think I'd soon get bored of the power.

I did at one point consider a N/A Cosworth with the Quaife Type 9 Sequential. Would be good fun, but I don't want to, have to upgrade at a later date.

Quote:

Originally Posted by turbo m

Nice one ! some quality work going there i gather the rear arch/tub mods are for15"s??

Yeah going to run 15's, doubt anything wider than 7.5 will fit under the rear though.

Retro Al · 01-01-2012, 03:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ginn L

Haha fair play. Sorry I thought you worked there too. Didn't you have that Castrol Mk1 a few years back though?

Yeah that was my car gary did the fab work,i just bolted it all back together

Glenn_ · 01-01-2012, 06:18 PM

This is brilliant work you have been doing.I love mk1 n 2 escorts without bubble arches.Keep up the good work.

cossiedevil · 01-01-2012, 06:32 PM

Just amazing mate savage work your doing keep the updates coming

mk1turboestate · 01-01-2012, 06:37 PM

nice work mate

Steve the Plumber · 01-01-2012, 07:16 PM

WOW...

matman · 01-01-2012, 07:28 PM

fantatsic work....

Ginn L · 01-01-2012, 07:40 PM

Thanks for the comments people.

I didn't go in Wednesday but done a few hours friday and got a bit done. These had arrived as well..

They're much better than I was expecting which is a bonus, they will definitely make a big improvement to the inner wings. So we started fitting one and doing the repairs..

That's the repairs done on the near side. Well most of them. The wing pans and pan supports need to be removed and welded up, since they're a bit untidy. And as you can see the repair at the bottom still has to be trimmed down and a further piece welded on. But I need the rest of the panels to line everything up. We haven't welded the top plate on just yet either.

First thing on tuesday I'm going to order the rest of the parts to finish the metal work of the car, since we're getting a little held up.
I need 2 Mexico Wings, front panel, headlight surrounds, slam panel, front crossmember, rad support, drip rails, reinforcements for the inner wings etc. I've already got new A posts which will probably get done soon.

I've bought an Engine as well, which is getting picked up in the week. It's a Cosworth YB, fully rebuilt. GT30 spec etc. I'll get some pictures up when I've collected it.

andy130 · 01-01-2012, 07:59 PM

nice work, take it your into the bodywork? keep up the good work

Ginn L · 01-01-2012, 08:07 PM

Cheers mate, an I'm qualified as a painter, but I generally do everything.
My dads a top fabricator and a coded welder. My welding is pretty shite to say the least, so I'm better off letting him do it.

It's Czech Mate · 01-01-2012, 11:05 PM

Ace fab work on this, its gonna be beautiful when its finished. Keep up the good work

AJC · 01-01-2012, 11:19 PM

Fantastic!!!

Dlatch! · 02-01-2012, 02:23 AM

cracking fab work but after reading your dads resto thread i am not surprised at the high level of quality

please keep the thread updated

melspec1 · 02-01-2012, 05:53 AM

nice to see stock arches go back on! and use yb power

much more fun!

fezzajsy · 02-01-2012, 08:58 AM

awesome stuff mate,keep us posted

paul rs1700t · 02-01-2012, 10:56 AM

some good skills there fella.keep up with updates.paul

Paul_RS · 02-01-2012, 12:07 PM

Amazing work

dvb5j · 02-01-2012, 07:39 PM

Loooking gooooood Luke, I'll be down soon to check its being done properly.

Twins · 02-01-2012, 08:10 PM

Fantastic work there Colin and luke ,will have to pop down with dave some time

Twins · 02-01-2012, 08:10 PM

dave your cortina pic needs updating

colinrmk · 02-01-2012, 08:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Twins

Fantastic work there Colin and luke ,will have to pop down with dave some time

Thanks twins im saying twins as i don't know which one im talking 2, but thanks its more lukes project then mine im just helping him , be good to see you .

Ginn L · 02-01-2012, 08:35 PM

Cheers everyone for the great comments. And cheers Dave, we've been waiting for your approval!!

Ordering the rest of the panels tomorrow, and will be picking up the Engine Wednesday or Thursday. It's gradually getting there.

COLEYST200 · 02-01-2012, 08:44 PM

stunning work mate

26-12-2011, 01:40 PM	#2
Ginn L Wahay!! I've lost my Virginity!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Essex Posts: 58 Rep Power: 4	Now we started to extend the rear arches, however I would have had to wait up to 4 weeks for some inner tub arch lips, so we used the outer's, to make inner lips, and extend the tubs. The outer lip was cut into 3 parts then re welded and shaped. The arches don't look like they've hardly been extended, which is exactly what I wanted, as it's more subtle. I've also put a sharp edge round the arch, to give it more definition. There's some serious hours in the RQ's so far, and they still need a fair bit of work to get them perfect. Can be seen better in this pic. I'll upload some more recent pictures tomorrow. Any comments welcome. Cheers Last edited by Ginn L; 26-12-2011 at 01:54 PM.

26-12-2011, 01:43 PM	#3
Ginn L Wahay!! I've lost my Virginity!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Essex Posts: 58 Rep Power: 4	Sorry, double post. Last edited by Ginn L; 26-12-2011 at 01:51 PM.

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Portugal Regular Contributor Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Funchal Posts: 240 Rep Power: 4	keep updating

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gouch1 Advanced PassionFord User Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: May 2010 Location: hull Posts: 2,421 Rep Power: 6	great work

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LIMITLESS Too many posts.. I need a life!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: BRISTOL Posts: 879 Rep Power: 2	Great work mate, keep the pics coming

26-12-2011, 02:51 PM	#10
Ginn L Wahay!! I've lost my Virginity!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Essex Posts: 58 Rep Power: 4	Haha fair play. Sorry I thought you worked there too. Didn't you have that Castrol Mk1 a few years back though?

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r.s.2000 ginger PassionFord Regular Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: llanelli Posts: 363 Rep Power: 2	Fair play doing a good job and looks better with the standard arches.

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turbo m PassionFord Regular Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (2) Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: cambridge Posts: 459 Rep Power: 3	Nice one ! some quality work going there i gather the rear arch/tub mods are for15"s??

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turbo m PassionFord Regular Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (2) Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: cambridge Posts: 459 Rep Power: 3	And one hellva a spit you have there too.

26-12-2011, 03:44 PM	#17
Ginn L Wahay!! I've lost my Virginity!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Essex Posts: 58 Rep Power: 4	Here's some more pic's, the bottom of the doors had rotted through a fair bit, so had to make a new lip both sides and weld in a new piece of steel. All panels have been stripped down to bare metal with a zip wheel, then etched, and the bonnet and boot were also acid dipped to make sure all paint was removed. We've done the diff tunnel. I was going to buy one online, but I couldn't find one with round edges, as a sharp fold wouldn't suit the round, Sierra tunnel. So we made one.. It has now been fully welded, I don't have any pictures on my phone, but you get the idea. ^ The nearside front foot well was repaired and shaped. ^ Back panel repaired. ^ Floor sections boxed up both sides. ^ Diff tunnel fabricated and welded up. I wont be using that cage, we are going to make one up from scratch with 2" steel pipe. It was just to get an idea of where to position the mounts. I've been trying to get some inner wings for a while, I cut mine off and scrapped them a while ago, as I was going to do a space frame. Now I've changed my mind. I went and picked some up last week, they looked half decent, got them sandblasted and they then, looked pretty shite. But they will work. As you can see, their not beautiful. I've ordered new compete top pieces from Express Panels, which should arrive this week, they have to be perfect, so no expense will be spared ^ Near side inner wing and front chassis rail removed. That's it for now, but I'm working on it wednesday, so I'll post some pics then.

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Glenn_ Chasing Radders Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Darlington county durham Posts: 38,075 Rep Power: 45	This is brilliant work you have been doing.I love mk1 n 2 escorts without bubble arches.Keep up the good work. __________________

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Ginn L Wahay!! I've lost my Virginity!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Essex Posts: 58 Rep Power: 4	Thanks for the comments people. I didn't go in Wednesday but done a few hours friday and got a bit done. These had arrived as well.. They're much better than I was expecting which is a bonus, they will definitely make a big improvement to the inner wings. So we started fitting one and doing the repairs.. That's the repairs done on the near side. Well most of them. The wing pans and pan supports need to be removed and welded up, since they're a bit untidy. And as you can see the repair at the bottom still has to be trimmed down and a further piece welded on. But I need the rest of the panels to line everything up. We haven't welded the top plate on just yet either. First thing on tuesday I'm going to order the rest of the parts to finish the metal work of the car, since we're getting a little held up. I need 2 Mexico Wings, front panel, headlight surrounds, slam panel, front crossmember, rad support, drip rails, reinforcements for the inner wings etc. I've already got new A posts which will probably get done soon. I've bought an Engine as well, which is getting picked up in the week. It's a Cosworth YB, fully rebuilt. GT30 spec etc. I'll get some pictures up when I've collected it. Last edited by Ginn L; 01-01-2012 at 07:45 PM.

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andy130 PassionFord Post Whore!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (2) Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: ireland Posts: 5,341 Rep Power: 10	nice work, take it your into the bodywork? keep up the good work

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Ginn L Wahay!! I've lost my Virginity!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Essex Posts: 58 Rep Power: 4	Cheers mate, an I'm qualified as a painter, but I generally do everything. My dads a top fabricator and a coded welder. My welding is pretty shite to say the least, so I'm better off letting him do it.

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It's Czech Mate ............ Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: West Mids Posts: 11,144 Rep Power: 21	Ace fab work on this, its gonna be beautiful when its finished. Keep up the good work __________________ SKODA OCTAVIA VRS - Officially the fastest 2.0 litre production car in the world 225mph two way pass at Bonneville I cant stand theiving scrubbers

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melspec1 Regular Contributor Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: sunderland Posts: 224 Rep Power: 5	nice to see stock arches go back on! and use yb powermuch more fun!

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Ginn L Wahay!! I've lost my Virginity!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Essex Posts: 58 Rep Power: 4	Cheers everyone for the great comments. And cheers Dave, we've been waiting for your approval!! Ordering the rest of the panels tomorrow, and will be picking up the Engine Wednesday or Thursday. It's gradually getting there.

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