Mk1 Escort

As part of the the running gear refurb for the Mk5 4×4 RS000 I needed to re-zink some of the bolts so thought I would add an article on some of the different methods I have tried over the years to clean parts before dropping them off for zinking. Electrolysis …

Link to ClassicFord magazines guide to Type 9 Gearbox CF Type9 Guide

Along with the seat pans, Lee Osborne on FaceBook is also making headlining’s for loads of Escorts! Made from moonstone material in dark grey or black. With some of the roof bars also avalible. Contact Lee on the link above for more details Mk2 Escort Mk2 Escort Van Mk3 and …

Early Wedge Style – 3024E-17618-A Later Style – 70AG -7618 -A

The Gp1 Parts Front Struts – H76 AB3K034 AB Exhaust Manifold – IDF Carburetor – Sump Guard –

Mk1 Escort Floor Mats Fitted to the bog standard models and even some early RS Escort

Link to the excellent guide to Vintage and Classic car Jacks, lots of info on old Ford Jacks   Classic British Car Jacks

Thanks to Neil Fletcher on FaceBook for this one And for those who are unsure or don’t know the difference between an AVO and an Export Shell stoneguard, well it’s quite simple, the width of them. The AVO one is one section narrower as you can see in the photos …

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Link to CF Guide to decoding your VIN plate CF Guide to Decode you VIN