Winter Projects - Page 9

morninggents · 8 Dec 2010, 10:22 (Ref:2801291)

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Originally Posted by zefarelly

http://www.scalextric-car.co.uk/Part...st_Results.htm

winter development program . . . . well it is an Escort!

Just looked at the site and ...... wow!! The development programme for the model Escort is just like real historic saloon racing.

This should be mandatory reading for Delta, Eric and Mike.

zefarelly · 8 Dec 2010, 10:31 (Ref:2801297)

I have wondered if some tin tops have magnets as well

GORDON STREETER · 8 Dec 2010, 13:32 (Ref:2801400)

Blimey Joe, how many anoraks do you wear !

zefarelly · 8 Dec 2010, 13:45 (Ref:2801408)

I have a selection in my 400sq/ft wardrobe

and a few old ones in the loft

delta · 8 Dec 2010, 15:47 (Ref:2801478)

Back to the Escort rebuild.We are waiting for the Roll cage so tonight I'm going to start on the suspension.The only front struts i have are 1300 .Question can i just replace the inserts with heavy duty or do i bite the bullet and buy new struts.I would like to rebuild what i have as the budget is vanishing very quick.

**Peter Mallett** · 8 Dec 2010, 15:54 (Ref:2801484)

Quote:

Originally Posted by delta

Back to the Escort rebuild.We are waiting for the Roll cage so tonight I'm going to start on the suspension.The only front struts i have are 1300 .Question can i just replace the inserts with heavy duty or do i bite the bullet and buy new struts.I would like to rebuild what i have as the budget is vanishing very quick.

Put HD inserts in. A full set of correct dampers will set you back serious wonga. That's for development. You just want to finish this race.

Mike Bell · 8 Dec 2010, 16:12 (Ref:2801503)

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Originally Posted by delta

Back to the Escort rebuild.We are waiting for the Roll cage so tonight I'm going to start on the suspension.The only front struts i have are 1300 .Question can i just replace the inserts with heavy duty or do i bite the bullet and buy new struts.I would like to rebuild what i have as the budget is vanishing very quick.

Iain, you need RS struts with bolt on steering arms- also fitted to Capri inj. Get Mart on the case! Then worry about springs and inserts.....

zefarelly · 8 Dec 2010, 17:47 (Ref:2801563)

I'd have thought an hour with a rally design cattledog would tell you all you need to know ? you don't need much imagination to get a basic escort set up surely?

**Peter Mallett** · 8 Dec 2010, 17:56 (Ref:2801568)

Or TRS.

SAMD · 8 Dec 2010, 18:10 (Ref:2801578)

Quote:

Originally Posted by zefarelly

I have a selection in my 400sq/ft wardrobe

and a few old ones in the loft

Are those the green ones with the fur around the hood?

**Peter Mallett** · 8 Dec 2010, 18:12 (Ref:2801581)

I have a very nice 60 tog -50c Low Alpine in my cupbaord. Was great in Siberia and the Arctic Circle 02 to 07. Now?

delta · 8 Dec 2010, 18:28 (Ref:2801587)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike Bell

Iain, you need RS struts with bolt on steering arms- also fitted to Capri inj. Get Mart on the case! Then worry about springs and inserts.....

I left you a message on your answer phone Mike.Is it broken

Mike Bell · 8 Dec 2010, 19:15 (Ref:2801611)

No I've only just got home. That last post of mine was sent from midldle of a car park...

Whatever you finish up with on front end you need to start with the standard TwinCam, Mex, RS, Capri Inj strut. This is stronger and has bolt on steering arm. (Latter available new or on ebay!)

Period Gp1 required non adjustable platform and original spring dia. Today rules allow adjustable platform and small springs. Your budget needs to be consulted. Gaz most popular now for complete units or AVO or Leda now producing again I believe. Also in period standard (rubber) top mount but now allowed rose bearing version- but not adjustable.

I'll get back to me Tesco sausages now

zefarelly · 8 Dec 2010, 23:18 (Ref:2801734)

Iain, you have PM . . roller bearing top mounts . . . . Dave at Gaz is good to deal with too, and on a budget.

grantp · 9 Dec 2010, 00:58 (Ref:2801765)

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Originally Posted by Mike Bell

I'll get back to me Tesco sausages now

'Finest' I hope ....

**Peter Mallett** · 9 Dec 2010, 01:44 (Ref:2801770)

If building to Gp1 post 74 then the above applies. If post historic (pre 74) then nonadjustable platform and rubber top mounts. I understand the Capri struts also fit the Escort.

Mike Bell · 9 Dec 2010, 05:58 (Ref:2801825)

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Originally Posted by Peter Mallett

If building to Gp1 post 74 then the above applies. If post historic (pre 74) then nonadjustable platform and rubber top mounts. I understand the Capri struts also fit the Escort.

Correct Peter. My explanation was a bit rushed... If your first priority Iain is 360 then go for adjustable as OK for that and CTCRC gp1. Easier to pick up second hand as well. Only if you decide want to do their earlier series will it be a problem.

If you finish up with fixed original struts but use roller / rose bearing top mounts the latter raise front suspension at least an inch so springs have to be shorter to suit. Obviously with adjustable type can compensate by moving platform.

**Peter Mallett** · 9 Dec 2010, 06:02 (Ref:2801828)

Teamwork.

BTW. If you do go the Capri/Adjustable root, make sure you get 2.8 struts. The earlier 3.0l stub axles don't fit the vented discs.

delta · 9 Dec 2010, 07:01 (Ref:2801835)

Thanks you guys if i get to work unscathed on my push bike i will be on the phone.Cheers.

zefarelly · 9 Dec 2010, 07:59 (Ref:2801841)

Delta, I have rubber ones, brand new with roller bearings ( replacable) and even dust caps . . . no idea why I bought them!

anyway, if they're of interested you canhave them at a special fruit cake building an old Ford rate

**John Turner** · 9 Dec 2010, 12:33 (Ref:2801955)

Blimey, Zef, ' special fruit cake' is even longer than your sign on name! Is everything to do with Cortinas long and complicated.

delta · 9 Dec 2010, 16:54 (Ref:2802067)

Hmmmmmmmmmmm Fruit cake.Shall i pick one up on route to Throbnozzle racing next Friday Joe.Collecting struts next Tuesday thanks Peter. Now rear brakes.8" or 9". Sensible answers please

zefarelly · 9 Dec 2010, 17:53 (Ref:2802081)

whatever you've got
whatevers easiest to get hold of
what evers cheapest

OR
what evers most expensive
what ever looks flashiest
what the front runners use ( and will sell to you in a combination of thr above 2!)

or fiesta discs!

delta · 9 Dec 2010, 18:23 (Ref:2802093)

Quote:

Originally Posted by zefarelly

whatever you've got
whatevers easiest to get hold of
what evers cheapest

OR
what evers most expensive
what ever looks flashiest
what the front runners use ( and will sell to you in a combination of thr above 2!)

or fiesta discs!

Well i have a complete set of 9" so unless Mike or Al say other wise i will start refurbishing them.Thanks Joe cant go home after all

Henrik Pedersen · 9 Dec 2010, 18:53 (Ref:2802103)

This is my sons winterproject: His Escort mk.1 1300 GT in Group 2 trim.
It is stalled at the moment due to his universitystudies ( and funds not present )
We have the vital bits, but he has to be very economical in his purchases of parts.
We are now looking for front and rear suspensionparts, done the right way.
Has anyone here any experience in sping/shockabsorbers dimensions, and does anyone know where the best gearbox internals come from ?

On behalf of Jacob

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