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Standard diff ratios?
Hey guys I looked though a whole lot of threads but couldn't find the answer, what is the standard ration in a marl II escort?
And would a 3.5 be decent for everyday driving?
Thanks guys,
Jordan
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RE: Standard diff ratios?
2009/08/17 10:14:57
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2ltr came with a 3.54
1600 came with a 3.77
not exactly sure about the 1300, I think it was a 3.77 as well, if not it might have been a 3.9
for everyday driving around town, (I'm assuming its a 2ltr) a 3.54 is fine
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RE: Standard diff ratios?
2009/08/17 11:07:11
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im driving with a 2ltr, and 1600 diff (3.77:1)
and i gotta say i love it and hate it.
sits there screaming its t!ts off at 100, but around town it can be fun.
i also think 1300 panelvans had 4.11:1 diffs, not 100% sure
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RE: Standard diff ratios?
2009/08/17 11:42:25
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my mk1 1600 manual (originaly 1300 auto) coupe has 4.11's, as sterling said love it around town, at 100 kms its doing 4000rpm. its quick not fast. haha.  cheers borgy
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RE: Standard diff ratios?
2009/08/17 14:32:23
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(Mk2)
2000 = 3.54
1600 = 3.77
1300 = 3.89
1600 sport = 3.54
1300 sport = 4.11
Kent panelvan = 4.11
1100 = ?
2000 Panelvan = ?
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RE: Standard diff ratios?
2009/08/17 18:12:05
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Thanks guys found an El diff I was considering buying with a LSD and all, but I don't think I can afford to get it shortened, I got a quote today and he said $900 minimum! :(
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RE: Standard diff ratios?
2009/08/17 22:32:45
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I have a 4.1 diff with 5 speed and it sits somewherearound mid 2000'rpm on the freeway (being a while cant remember) but goes really well from standing start and worth the compromise in my opinion.
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RE: Standard diff ratios?
2009/08/17 23:10:30
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the problem with the falcon diffs is they are really tall, damn ford geared them for highway unfortunately, i remember pricing up a BW LSD a few years back but by the time i cut it down and found some decent ratios it all got too hard and $$$$
go the hilux
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RE: Standard diff ratios?
2009/08/18 06:31:25
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How easy is it to put discs on the Hilux? And what year was the right size?
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RE: Standard diff ratios?
2009/08/18 06:54:49
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I run a RN25 Hilux diff with Saab rear discs & calipers, to suit Vic PRC rules we still need to run a cable handbrake as well and the saab ones still work - even thou only the Hydralic one gets used....
the axles need to be trimmed by 3-4 mm on the spline when running a later model LSD as the axles are just a bit longer than required
The caliper brackets bolt on, and the setup fits under 13in wheels
real easy conversion - and cheap, LSD's around $250, Diff anywhere from $250???, I think they have got a bit more expensive as they have become a popular conversion
and nearly every ratio under the sun, I run a 4.89 with a spare 4.6
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RE: Standard diff ratios?
2009/08/18 08:26:10
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quote:
Originally posted by Avon
(Mk2)
2000 = 3.54
1600 = 3.77
1300 = 3.89
1600 sport = 3.54
1300 sport = 4.11
Kent panelvan = 4.11
1100 = ?
2000 Panelvan = ?
I know its pedantic but no Escort ever had a 4.11 ratio. They were 4.125.
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RE: Standard diff ratios?
2009/08/18 12:54:10
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quote:
Originally posted by G DUB
quote:
Originally posted by Avon
(Mk2)
2000 = 3.54
1600 = 3.77
1300 = 3.89
1600 sport = 3.54
1300 sport = 4.11
Kent panelvan = 4.11
1100 = ?
2000 Panelvan = ?
I know its pedantic but no Escort ever had a 4.11 ratio. They were 4.125.
I have a spare Borg Warner Escort diff (the rear loading one) that has a 4.11 tag on it. Cheers, Peter
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RE: Standard diff ratios?
2009/08/18 13:47:09
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yep,
my mk1 has a borg warner the tag says 4.11
cheers borgy
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RE: Standard diff ratios?
2009/08/18 16:42:58
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quote:
Originally posted by G DUB
quote:
Originally posted by Avon
(Mk2)
2000 = 3.54
1600 = 3.77
1300 = 3.89
1600 sport = 3.54
1300 sport = 4.11
Kent panelvan = 4.11
1100 = ?
2000 Panelvan = ?
I know its pedantic but no Escort ever had a 4.11 ratio. They were 4.125.
Thanks for clearing that up, got my Mk1's and Mk2's mixed up.
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RE: Standard diff ratios?
2009/08/18 17:14:42
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Ok, i'll stand corrected ...
No MK2 with english type axle ever had 4.11 gears, They were 4.125
Mk1's with borg warners it appears may be different.
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