Series 1 RS Turbo soon to be track prepared. Update So close to paint now
03-02-2013, 08:57 PM
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Series 1 RS Turbo soon to be track prepared. Update So close to paint now
After owning a series 1 for 5 years and then selling it regrettably the day it went I was looking at S1 to replace it with. I somehow ended up with an immaculate grey S2 and then a further white one I couldnt say no to I finally got another S1 again.
Some of the previous cars:
Old S1, immaculate car my first ever RS Turbo didnt go too extreme with the spec standard outside converted to gotech rolling roaded at 212bhp. It sounded nice but the gotech was just a nightmare it just seemed impossible to get it to run well for long.
My Grey S2, bought as an immaculate car but unfortunately needed every mechanical part replacing. Definitely had some fun with this one, fully rebuilt low compression engine, t34 turbo, green 803's and cosworth management with anti lag. The car was alot alot of fun sounded amazing and pulled really hard it was mapped up at MSD before they had there rolling road so would of liked to of known the exact power but it must of been comfortable 240-260. In the end someone broke into it one evening I left it outside smashed the window and damaged the bonnet. Ended up losing heart with it and breaking it for parts.
pics:
But in the meantime couldnt say no to this S2 which I still have.
Pics of it:
And some of them together:
Now the current S1
I bought this in early December an immaculate car fully powdercoated underside along with crisp white painting underneath. Some pics:
Some of the previous cars:
Old S1, immaculate car my first ever RS Turbo didnt go too extreme with the spec standard outside converted to gotech rolling roaded at 212bhp. It sounded nice but the gotech was just a nightmare it just seemed impossible to get it to run well for long.
My Grey S2, bought as an immaculate car but unfortunately needed every mechanical part replacing. Definitely had some fun with this one, fully rebuilt low compression engine, t34 turbo, green 803's and cosworth management with anti lag. The car was alot alot of fun sounded amazing and pulled really hard it was mapped up at MSD before they had there rolling road so would of liked to of known the exact power but it must of been comfortable 240-260. In the end someone broke into it one evening I left it outside smashed the window and damaged the bonnet. Ended up losing heart with it and breaking it for parts.
pics:
But in the meantime couldnt say no to this S2 which I still have.
Pics of it:
And some of them together:
Now the current S1
I bought this in early December an immaculate car fully powdercoated underside along with crisp white painting underneath. Some pics:
Last edited by jessie_rs; 28-12-2014 at 04:59 PM.
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03-02-2013, 10:20 PM
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Many thanks for the comments. Quite a few plans for the s1 its needed a good clean I have used it in all weather and currently havent been able to store it properly so its in need of a good clean. Not looking forward to cleaning the underside as it was gleaming white when I first got it but a 6hr journey home in the pouring rain and all the recent bad weather the underside is stopping to go very black. Anyway started on it this weekend.
Stripped out the inside completely and surprised how clean the floor pans are. Not a spec of rust under the carpet and underseal it had some seriously sticky pads which have left a nice glue like effect and take quite abit of paint from the floor. Not too bothered as its going to be painting inside anyway and these are going in:
brand new set of these:
Stripped out the inside completely and surprised how clean the floor pans are. Not a spec of rust under the carpet and underseal it had some seriously sticky pads which have left a nice glue like effect and take quite abit of paint from the floor. Not too bothered as its going to be painting inside anyway and these are going in:
brand new set of these:
03-02-2013, 10:24 PM
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Gave it a good clean and wax oh and got bored and changed the wheels
A few outside
The whole interiors currently for sale
A few outside
The whole interiors currently for sale
Last edited by jessie_rs; 03-02-2013 at 10:25 PM.
03-02-2013, 10:44 PM
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oh i was hoping it wasnt that noticeable accidentally reversed into a small wall and didnt see it pretty stupid but ill get it sorted!
06-02-2013, 09:13 PM
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Nice to open a garage door and find both those cars inside
Very nice
Very nice
07-02-2013, 06:21 AM
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From a fello s1 owner it seems a shame to change it from standard. Mine is track prepped with cage etc but then it was always a bit janky and I would end up spending a fortune on all new seals/rubbers etc, but yours looks mint!!
Anyways, each to his own, will be watching how you mount that box and very jealous of your garage!!
Anyways, each to his own, will be watching how you mount that box and very jealous of your garage!!
10-02-2013, 12:22 PM
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Quality car 
very clean.
very clean.
10-02-2013, 03:10 PM
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Very nice indeed mate
Such a nice pair you have there lol brand new gearbox is a treat also good look with the build hopefully catch you on track one day!!
Such a nice pair you have there lol brand new gearbox is a treat also good look with the build hopefully catch you on track one day!!
11-03-2013, 10:36 PM
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New adjustable top mounts ordered along with a custom set of GAZ golds currently being built 4 week turn around time which is annoying.
Im in need of a set of AP's next anyone know the best place to source them? and will I beable to get 324mm or 330mm under 16incn wheels?
Im in need of a set of AP's next anyone know the best place to source them? and will I beable to get 324mm or 330mm under 16incn wheels?
11-03-2013, 10:43 PM
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Stunning s1.eapecially on them montes.i don't know what they are like but reyland do brake kits in black calipers with yellow writing for decent prices.should have a look there.martin will let you know what they fit under aswell.
Oh and sell me your other car
Here's the link here for a gander.
http://www.reyland.co.uk/escort-mk3-mk4-mk5/
Oh and sell me your other car
Here's the link here for a gander.
http://www.reyland.co.uk/escort-mk3-mk4-mk5/
Last edited by stevenebm; 12-03-2013 at 12:20 AM.
17-03-2013, 03:59 PM
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Added pics of the old RS turbo owned previously. Currently waiting on cage, coilovers to be built and having to send a wheel up to Reyland to measure for AP brakes.
