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Starter Motor
Join Date: Apr 2010
Posts: 9
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Hey guys,
Been a memeber on the forum for a while as a falcon owner. But recently purchased a Mk2 escort GL, its an auto 1600, It resonable condition but has had an accident with a smashed up drivers door and guard. but apart from that pretty good. always loved the escorts and looking forward to getting stuck into this one. Anyway Ive started doing some research into freshening up the motor and get a bit more power happening.Also lookign at doing a manual conversion. Ive found a 4spd from a mk1, I belive this will bolt straight up, can anyone confirm for me? Also anyone got any advice on engine upgrades, Im thinkin carby? and manifold to suit. then extractors/exhaust, and a upgraded cam of some sort? Anyone got any thoughts or advice, not looking for anything amazing but just get her running nicely. cheers Henry |
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Well hello Mr Fancypants
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Perth
Posts: 1,066
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Hi Henry
The best performance upgrade for an Escort is to go for a 2 litre. However, if you are goin g to stick with the 1600, a couple of easy and cheap mods aer an air filter and extractors. not sure what cams are about for the 1600, but a Kent fast road cam would work nicely. However, if you are going to the expense of cams and carbies, you are better spending the cash on a 2 litre. Have fun...they are an awesome car.
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V8's for ever
Join Date: Aug 2005
Posts: 808
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Starter Motor
Join Date: Apr 2010
Posts: 9
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yeh mate id definately be keen on putting a 2ltr in,
its just trying to find one, but yeh if itll be worth my while waiting until i can source one i might aswell. Ill keep my eyes open and see what i can do, im in no real hurry so may as well do it properly ![]() cheers mate |
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Regular Member
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: north coast N.S.W.
Posts: 63
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I agree with RSgerry I just pulled the 1600 out of my Capri and put in a 2 litre with a 5 speed behind it unbelievable difference, the 1600 was sick but it now flies worth the change.
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Starter Motor
Join Date: Apr 2010
Posts: 9
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ok youve convinced me haha, the hunt is on for a 2litre
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Mk2 Racer
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Whyalla SA
Posts: 70
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Henry,
I'm in SA, Whyalla but I do have 8 x 2L motors and 4 speed gearboxes, if you have no luck over your way we could always work something out. a 2 L cortina engine and gearbox will go in minus exhaust manifold (gets in the way of the steering column) just put extractors on. Cheers, Les |
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Starter Motor
Join Date: Apr 2010
Posts: 9
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ok cheers Les,
Ill have a think about it, the freight cost may be the killer I reckon. but we'll see how desperate I get. appreciate the offer Henry |
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Regular Member
Join Date: Jan 2006
Posts: 283
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If I recall correct with a cortina engine you have to switch the sump as well???
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Starter Motor
Join Date: Apr 2010
Posts: 9
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yeh right, has anyone else heard of or done this?
so with an escort sump, im guessing the 1600 sump wont fit? |
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Rally Nut
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Melbourne
Posts: 297
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if its a cortina motor YOU WILL need an escort sump & oil pickup -cortina pick up is at the front, escort is at the back
the front radiator support will need to be modified as well (real easy), then wiring loom modified to suit as well |
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Starter Motor
Join Date: Apr 2010
Posts: 9
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ok cheers mate, will see what i can find will try get an escort motor is i can.
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Brisbane
Posts: 3,568
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Starter Motor
Join Date: Apr 2010
Posts: 9
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ok thanks mate will do
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Starter Motor
Join Date: Jul 2011
Posts: 17
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I had a 1600 auto and bough a wrecked 2L manual for $500 if you have the room this makes it a really easy swap as you can see how everything fits together as you take it out and there is no need to buy all the little bits such as the clutch cable and pedal box that you don't really think about when looking for the engine and gearbox. on mine i had some problems with the gearbox cross memeber but this can be easily fixed with some blocks between the crossmember and the floor. or a homemade crossmember if you are know someone good with metal. also keep the old tailshaft off the 1600 as it is way better.
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Starter Motor
Join Date: Apr 2010
Posts: 9
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yeh cheers james, thats definately the way to go i agree.
Im in no real hurry with it so ill just keep an eye out and hoepfully something comes up. Yeh right ok, i know a few people who are good with metal so shouldnt be a problem. |
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Starter Motor
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Perth, WA
Posts: 18
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in WA go see
Rolly at Racetune 7/6 Chalkley Place Bayswater WA 6053 (08) 9371 3333 or Tony at Escort Road and Race 3/51 Gillam Dr Kelmscott WA 6111 (08) 9390 2213 either of them should have everything you need. also, if ya keen, come along to one of our meetings, http://www.fordrallyesportclub.com.au/ guys in our club have always got bits and pieces for sale and are always willing to help out fellow members. cheers Chris
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Starter Motor
Join Date: Apr 2010
Posts: 9
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cheers dude, thats awesome ill get in touch with them.
cool thanks man, might join up when i get her looking a bit more respectable! Henry |
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Starter Motor
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Perth, WA
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