1 off mk 2 cortina NOT A COSWORTH (Lotus V8) sleeper
16-01-2014, 06:04 PM
#163
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some of the front suspension,
Escort legs and springs
Adjustable TCA's
Capri anti roll bar
Mazda MX5 power rack
Own cross member
Peugeot 405 coupe discs
Alfa Romeo ( Brembo) calipers
Escort legs and springs
Adjustable TCA's
Capri anti roll bar
Mazda MX5 power rack
Own cross member
Peugeot 405 coupe discs
Alfa Romeo ( Brembo) calipers
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07-02-2014, 09:12 AM
#173
the mk2 cortina is my all time fav ford and last year I did a deal for one with the owner wanting to p/x his 2 dr for my mk1 rs.31 capri and cash, he flew over from holland agreed the deal and then dropped out and I was truly gutted, but at least I can watch you build yours which is fantastic, once done give me a shout and I will gladly give front row spot on the passionford stand to show it off
16-02-2014, 07:27 PM
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Thanks lads.
Bit more progress.
The fuel tank is from a 2004 Pontiac and the in tank pump only puts out 58psi as it has a built in pressure regulator and no return facility.
My engine needs 55psi off boost but will need more fuel pressure as the boost rises.
Took the pump apart, blocked off the regulator, and tested with some spare pipe and guage . Got 80+psi
Refitted in tank and put tank in car.
Scrapped the steel frame i had made as i found some ali that was a lot lighter.
Been investigating the gearbox and found there is not enough depth for the BMW torque converter
The gearbox is Range Rover with 15mm adapter plate then the Lotus belhousing
The BMW converter bolts to a modified flex plate then a 1mm spacer and the skimmed Lotus flywheel.
All that lot means i need another 10mm spacer plate to go between the belhousing and engine.
Got to persuade a mate to mill this out for me
Bit more progress.
The fuel tank is from a 2004 Pontiac and the in tank pump only puts out 58psi as it has a built in pressure regulator and no return facility.
My engine needs 55psi off boost but will need more fuel pressure as the boost rises.
Took the pump apart, blocked off the regulator, and tested with some spare pipe and guage . Got 80+psi
Refitted in tank and put tank in car.
Scrapped the steel frame i had made as i found some ali that was a lot lighter.
Been investigating the gearbox and found there is not enough depth for the BMW torque converter
The gearbox is Range Rover with 15mm adapter plate then the Lotus belhousing
The BMW converter bolts to a modified flex plate then a 1mm spacer and the skimmed Lotus flywheel.
All that lot means i need another 10mm spacer plate to go between the belhousing and engine.
Got to persuade a mate to mill this out for me
16-02-2014, 11:11 PM
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the mk2 cortina is my all time fav ford and last year I did a deal for one with the owner wanting to p/x his 2 dr for my mk1 rs.31 capri and cash, he flew over from holland agreed the deal and then dropped out and I was truly gutted, but at least I can watch you build yours which is fantastic, once done give me a shout and I will gladly give front row spot on the passionford stand to show it off
17-05-2014, 07:56 AM
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Loving your workmanship! Looks absolutely top notch and it's something to be proud of. Can't wait to have a look around the beauty! Keep going mate and keep us all updated.
Watching with interest here! Smudge.
Watching with interest here! Smudge.
17-05-2014, 10:34 PM
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Engines not in yet but while its in the air , thought i would sort the exhausts.
Mocked up for now, waiting for clamps and another length of tube to extend to the rear valance.
(It looks close but the n/s pipe will be a couple of inches from the fuel filter)
Mocked up for now, waiting for clamps and another length of tube to extend to the rear valance.
(It looks close but the n/s pipe will be a couple of inches from the fuel filter)
26-05-2014, 10:05 PM
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Thanks guys.
Bit more done.
Exhausts exit between rad housing and spring hanger
Made up a couple of heat shields to cover the fuel and brake lines
decided there wasnt enough room in engine bay for the handbrake cable wheel, so mounted it inside the bulkhead (i am hoping its not in the way of pipework at a later date)
Bit more done.
Exhausts exit between rad housing and spring hanger
Made up a couple of heat shields to cover the fuel and brake lines
decided there wasnt enough room in engine bay for the handbrake cable wheel, so mounted it inside the bulkhead (i am hoping its not in the way of pipework at a later date)
06-06-2014, 12:58 PM
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WOW....What an epic build tread....you certainly know what your doing and love the mix n match of the front set up....one of the best mk2 cortina builds ive ever seen on any forum....
27-07-2014, 10:16 PM
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Bit more progress.
Gearbox fitted, with shifter cable and kick down cables connected
i have to remake the gate on the column gearshift as its made for 2 speed and this gearbox is 4 speed.
Also got to run two 10mm pipes from the gearbox to the cooler in the rad in the boot
Gearbox fitted, with shifter cable and kick down cables connected
i have to remake the gate on the column gearshift as its made for 2 speed and this gearbox is 4 speed.
Also got to run two 10mm pipes from the gearbox to the cooler in the rad in the boot
28-09-2014, 07:38 PM
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Thanks guys.
All the stuff in the boot is wrapped up now
Rads, fans, battery, header tank, expansion tank, relays for fuel pump and fans ( hot wired them to test, that was exciting) servo and all associated pipes.
And the pipes to the transmission cooler which is in the rad.
All boxed in
All the stuff in the boot is wrapped up now
Rads, fans, battery, header tank, expansion tank, relays for fuel pump and fans ( hot wired them to test, that was exciting) servo and all associated pipes.
And the pipes to the transmission cooler which is in the rad.
All boxed in
28-09-2014, 07:45 PM
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this is an amazing build.