Yup kept the focus, not too gutted it seemingly worked out rather well, makes for an easier pill to swallow

so putting the t5 lump into the escort was the first thing that popped into my head, unfortunately after a quick measure the conclusion was its just too long.... I’m not saying it’s impossible, just too much of an headache for me.

second thought was...RWD T5 RS Turbo but I couldn't bring myself to destroying all the work i have put into this shell already

i do however have a 88spec turbo which is a rather ripe so this could be on .... I believe my shopping list would look something like this: -

sierra floor stitched in (as they do for the cosworth conversions)
Cosworth rear axle complete with diff etc
T5 Gearbox
Gearbox adaptor plate (these can be purchased from the Swedish)
volvo 960 (i think) engine mounts and bell housing (depending on set up)
running standard management

being as I have the heart already it would be an affordable build

not sure on clutch, although there is plenty of information from the volvo forums.....this set up is the in-thing with old Volvo's, sorry the following link is not a ford one! http://forums.turbobricks.com/showthread.php?t=163457 there is also a thread on this forum of a P100e it’s a great read https://passionford.com/forum/restor...-addition.html

the reality is, im not going to touch it until my escort is finished, if funds run low (my Mrs controls the purse....you all know what i mean!) i would sell to ensure this gets completed....

cheers