Hello everyone. Thought I would share my update. Years ago I built a 1.9 CVH for my 85 Ford EXP and since then it's been a blast to drive. I had a problem with the old IHI turbo when it started leaking from the hot side. After inspecting I found that the cartridge was cracked. Since I couldn't find a new one I drove the car NA for quite some time till I was ready to put in the T3.

Alas the time has come. Here is the update.

With the IHI Turbo I did the quarter mile in 15.14 seconds at 96 mph. 60 foot was around 3 seconds. Don't remember if it was 2.5 or 3.5 seconds. I had stock tires, 2 inch exhaust, and a stock 1985 Merkur XR4Ti tune (ECU + 35 lb brown top injectors).
I had the intention of installing my UK shipped Escort RS manifold so that I can run my 60 trim T3 but I kept procrastinating due to getting married. I am also a father now and that little guy certainly keeps me busy!

However, I have some time now and this Thursday I plan to put the engine back in.

For now this the latest.


Old Turbo. IHI VJ11/T-Bird Hybrid

Old Set up with IHI