alright guys. i've just got myself a mk1 escort after looking for ages,it's a 1.1 at the mo.could anyone tell me what is needed to fit something like a 2ltr pinto, 1600 crossflow? also it has drum brakes,what can i use to make it disc brakes? any info appreciated

 

looks clean m8

 

cheers i'm not planning on keeping it like this,bigger engine,different alloys and maybe a re-spray

 

If you don't get much help from this site maybe try turbosport.co.uk mate, aimed much more at old skool! Nice car by the way!

 

Hi m8 i am on the www.oldskoolford.co.uk forum.

We have a big member database and loads of people have done this transplant.

I can tell you a bit but not much i am afraid.

You will need and this is what i have in my MK1 escort atm:

2.0ltr engine (Mine is mk2 rs2000 an extra 10bhp standard)
Pref a sierra gear box (5 speed,much easier to drive with 5 cogs)
Rs2000 radiator
Rs2000 alloy engine mounts
Rs2000 alloy bellhousing (not essential but good to have)
Rs2000 Alloy sump
Modify the clutch (i belive its one from a sierra but not 100% sure)
Bend the slam panal all the way forward or cut it off to make room for the radiator.
Rs2000 double jointed prop

And that sall i can think of i am afraid if needed more help check the forum out

 

i have some brand new webber twin 45 carbs if your interested ,never been used

 

Get a 1600 or 1760 engine as the extra weight of the pinto does affect the handling especially in a non-AVO shell. The wiring loom doesn't need modified and the standard box should take the extra toque.
Spend your money on decent brakes and suspension for maximum fun quotient!

 

got a 1600 crossflow,getting rebuilt to 1760cc,stripped the interior,got some 2.8 capri struts & brakes.i'm getting there slowly

 

Slowly always seems to be the way

It'll be worth it in the end Matey

What spec you going for on the crossflow??