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bundy

ya dipstick!

haa no really just having dramas with my engine and need to get the basics sorted! questions might seem stupid but just need to clarify.. ok i take it that the oil should be between the two notches...more to the top! add----full yes? http://classic-ford.org/forum/uploaded/bundy/2010731183634_ad..
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2010/05/08 08:35:00
fpv_escort

pinto pistons (how much)

Hi guys Just expressing some interest in some 40 thou oversize pistons. We need a set but not too sure what's the going rate on them?? Can anyone give me an idea cheapest and best place to buy from and how much i should expect to pay?? Thanks..
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2010/05/04 19:10:03
grant

Alternator mount

Q, where should the bracket attach on the pinto? If i recall there should be a thick bolt with short thread then tube that goes into the block above thermostat?? Mine is over the bolt on the thermostat is that right?..
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2010/05/02 06:40:41
mud

Oil Pressure Switch Remote Mount

As I've now run a braided line straight from the lower pickup on the NS of the block to the oil pressure gauge, I need a take off point for the oil pressure light. I was planning on fitting a switch here - http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k130/camboulos/oil002.jpg Has anybody tried this befor..
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2010/04/25 20:28:39
nardo

the right cam shaft

hi everyone im running a standard 2 L pinto in my mk1 with extractors twin dellorto 40 dhla and planning to do some head work eg port n polishh. just wonding if anyone knows of the best cam shaft and what type and how much as i dont kno much about them. what's the best brand to go for? any help wo..
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2010/04/24 21:34:53
muzza

Most Drool Worthy Alloy Pinto

Managed to find these pics on the net of the brand new alloy pinto from burtons http://classic-ford.org/forum/uploaded/muzza/20104177268_Frontview.jpg http://classic-ford.org/forum/uploaded/muzza/201041772627_Sideview.jpg http://classic-ford.org/forum/uploaded/muzza/201041772642_sidevie..
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2010/04/20 05:10:44
Sterling

2ltr input spigot bearing,

ive just bought a 2ltr, that had a supra 5 speed behind it, and the spigot bearing hole, is too small to fit the escort input shaft into, and i dont think theres a bearing in there at all? how should i go about this? it wont let my input shaft go in ( at all) so i cant put it with the gearbox and..
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2010/04/18 21:02:21
Sterling

my 2ltr, stripdown and build

i haven't decided what im goign to do just yet, but im either going to gather up all the funds i can, and rebuild this one right off, because im going to get the head shaved and dipped too, buy another engine, get the car back on the road, rebuild a "tuff" street engine later, or (least li..
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2010/04/15 19:53:49
Wagin

Pinto rocker pivot clips

G'day guys, Does anyone know where you can buy rocker pivot clips for a Pinto? I'm rebuilding the engine at the moment and have discovered that the old ones have nearly worn through where they contact the rocker retaining springs! Regards and thanks, Wagin..
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2010/01/31 10:19:35
Avon

Pinto Dyno comparisons

I did something like this a couple of years ago and it disappeared so I've recreated it. http://classic-ford.org/forum/uploaded/Avon/201012333257_Pinto_Power_Chart1.jpg I don't believe the Wheels 1980 figures should be so low. Must have been a tight engine or something about the dyno. Interest..
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2010/01/23 09:21:16

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