rst 2

the fucking thing has snapped again twice in 1000miles wot the fuck!!! well annoying

Mark RS

iTrader: (13)

have you tried the mk5 pedal and quadrent mod

rst 2

no 1st ive heard of that! much work involved cost?

Mark RS

iTrader: (13)

is it the cable or the quadrent that broke.what clutch do you have?

D16PJM

i had the same problem with my cosworth, id only buy ford cables, they last longer also check the routing is correct.

rst 2

its the quadrent thats knackered

Mark RS

iTrader: (13)

its on the ap racing web site use the mk5 escort pedal which is adjustable and the quadrent which you cut a bit out of it

Escort Clutch Pedal Modifications

Ř220mm Clutch Fitment to Ford Escort range 1986 onwards.

To improve clutch release on Ford Escorts, post 1995 models are fitted with an adjustable clutch pedal and improved (white) quadrant as standard (see photo's).
When fitting CP3560-1, CP3560-2 cover assemblies or the clutch kits CP2000-8, CP2015-8 & CP2000-35 , AP Racing recommends that the adjustable pedal, improved quadrant and a new clutch cable are fitted to optimize clutch release in light of the higher release loads.


The latest Mk5 Escort Quadrant (white) has an increased radius R55mm over the Pre 1995 Quadrant (black) R40mm.
The following mods need to be carried out when fitting the white quadrant, if not the pedal will sit too high. Count 10 teeth up from the lower edge of the quadrant.
Using a hacksaw cut along the line of the rib to the centre boss.
Cut at right angles to remove this section.
Add the M8 locknut supplied in the clutch kit to the pedal adjuster bolt.
Fit it back to front, this will prevent the bolt slipping off the quadrant during clutch actuation.
Adjust the bolt until the desired pedal position is achieved.
The increased radius of the white quadrant allows for more travel at the release bearing, hence improving clutch release/gear selection.
Important Note
AP Racing CP3560 Cover Assemblies should only be used in conjunction with our recommended driven plates (see below) and not with OE or alternative driven plates.
CP3560-1 cover can be used with CP5351-16 organic driven plate or CP5354-15 cerametallic paddle driven plate.
CP3560-2 cover should only be used with the CP5351-38 organic driven plate (uses flat segments) or CP5354-15 cerametallic paddle driven plate.
Failure to comply with any of the above recommendations is likely to result in release problems with your clutch.

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Mark RS

iTrader: (13)

hope this helps mate, its a bit of a fighting match to fit your better taking the drivers seat out.

Chris69

and be prepared for the quadrant breaking if the cable is under so much pressure its snapping

Mark RS

iTrader: (13)

also use a new clutch cable. i did all this and havent had a problem since

rst 2

cheers for the advice guys will look into it over weekend and let u know how i get on!!

nigel b

modify the quadrant like ap describe and it will fail

makaveli96

Had my rs for 6 years now and never had a clutch cable snap on me before so I must be kinda lucky.

Mark RS

iTrader: (13)

mines never failed