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This forum will be turned off in the next 6 to 12 months

I will be turning off the server that runs this forum in the next 6 to 12 months. I run multiple discussion forums on it and since the introduction of Facebook Groups, usage of the forums has steadily decreased. The result of this is that revenue from Google ads no longer come close to covering the ..
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2025/07/20 18:38:37
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Drewdog

Mk2 Escort Suspension Bush Recommendations

I went out to move the car this morning and noticed a bit of what looked like a bush on the ground, got under for a look and sure enough theres a couple of bushes starting to spontaneously disintegrate.They're all the same brand and age, Whiteline, about 7 years old >5000km's, so looks like I'm goin..
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2024/02/04 01:30:33
Chuff

Are Adjustale Track Control Arms Road Legal

I was always under the impression that adjustable track control arms were not road legal in Australia due to having the arms welded in order to accommodate the adjuster, so when I saw these it got me wondering. Since there is no welding involved, would these adjustable track control arms be road leg..
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2022/04/06 09:22:41
martymexico

Leaf springs reset in or around Adelaide

Hi all and sundry, I could have a small job coming up on a van requiring the leafs reset. I used to take all my springs to Industrial Spring Makers but they went bust yrs ago. To be honest I'm not sure if Robert Fish is still about (hope he is) after hearing he did some damage to himself last y..
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2021/01/06 12:50:04
NQRS

REAR SWAY BAR MOUNTS

Hi All.Can anyone one tell me if non RS Mk2 Escorts have the same factory mounting points for a rear sway bar as the RS ?ie, The pair of brackets on the top of the axle tubes and the holes drilled through the chassis hump in behind the rear wheels where the end bushes bolt up to the frame?Cheers, Le..
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2020/11/25 22:47:53
Guest

Mk2 RS2000 front sway bar

Hi All,Currently doing a resto on 79 Mk2 pinto powered, I would like to fit 22mm front sway bar from RS2000. does anyone know anyone who may have one for sale?I am also chasing other parts like manual gearbox cross member and 2 litre radiator.Any leads would be greatly appreciated. Kaoscooper..
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2020/11/22 22:34:32
ESCORTWIL145

Leaf spring rubbers

Hi guys, what do people use for rear leaf spring rubbbers?Nolathane, Powerflex, Superpro etc etc.Thoughts on them and what has/has'nt worked would be great.Cheers..
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2020/11/07 07:26:25
nickheer

mk1 escort Rear Spring - Saddle Bushs ford escort 1300E

Hi all i am having issues with my - Saddle Bushs need to get hold of ones similar to the originals which fit in the holes proper, the poly ones i put in have moved and made my axle not facing straight any one have any NOS ones or any ideas who makes a got set Cheers Nick..
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2020/11/07 06:53:02
stevieg

Strut tops Mk1 Escort

Would anyone have a great pair of strut tops like the ones pictured? I want to go back to standard ones and remove the roller type fitted for the roadworthy. Or where is the best place to get them from? I didn’t think they were that bad but may as well fit new ones. https://www.classic-ford.org/cfp..
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2020/07/29 13:16:18
GYRO

mk2 front coilover spring rate.

Gday all, this question probably asked many times , but so many different opinions. fitting coilovers to zetec mk2 with koni strut inserts what is a good allround spring for road use. Also wanting to lower front +- 2 inches. cheers Peter...
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2020/07/13 19:41:37

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