Escort Mk1

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Front Struts converted to Coil Overs

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Test fitting the engine and gearbox



Fitting a Focus ST170 engine





Some custom fit engine mounts are made.

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Mated with a type 9 gearbox



As the gearbox is longer that the standard escort gearbox - the gear lever hole needs to be moved.

And needs the existing gearbox mounts to be moved

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Test Fit the Exhaust

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Rear Valance needs some adjustment

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The car was then removed from the restoration Jig and moved onto a roll over Jig for the last few bits and pieces before paint

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Seat Braces fitted

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Clips to hold the rear bench seat in place

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Holes drilled for front and rear lights

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Parcel Shelf Brackets

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Fitting the wheels





The rear leaf springs have had the camber slightly to reduced to lower the car

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LSD!!

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Rear Axel

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The engine and gearbox are then removed and 'old' suspension fitted.

Off to Paint!