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Old Jul 1, 2012 | 12:44 PM
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Default Springs and shocks on my mk3?

hi,
Can anybody tell me if i put a 1.6 Engine and box into my 1.3 mk3 escort
will i have to put bigger shocks and springs in to take the weight?
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Old Oct 28, 2012 | 06:40 PM
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Originally Posted by cori_southwales
hi,
Can anybody tell me if i put a 1.6 Engine and box into my 1.3 mk3 escort
will i have to put bigger shocks and springs in to take the weight?
Thanks
Cori
If it is a 1.3 CVH to 1.6 CVH - No as the weights are similar. All the part numbers are the same for both models except the pre/post 1983 differences to the front shocks (which wont impact on your engine swap). You might want to consider whether you want to use a 1.6 'box though as final drive is higher geared in comparison to the one in the 1.3 'box.
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