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2010/12/01 10:52:13 (permalink)
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Early Mark 1 roller tops - what model?

Hey guys,

I'm after some roller strut tops to fit to early MK1, (large dia???)

In a perfect world I would go and buy a new pair @ around $300 from one of the suppliers, however if my memory serves me correct, those from a sigma or bluebird will fit with very little mods?

A good second hand pair from the wreckers is more on par with what I want top spend....[;^)]

Has anyone gone done this route or can advise which model to look out for at the wreckers??

I'm not too keen on searching for too long in this heat.[8~2]

Thanks,

Shaun.
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    esc-078
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    RE: Early Mark 1 roller tops - what model? 2010/12/01 16:56:15 (permalink)
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    If I'm not mistaken, the Sigma tops were for small PCD (late MK2).
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    RE: Early Mark 1 roller tops - what model? 2010/12/01 19:09:02 (permalink)
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    i think subaru b5 legacy tops are a close fit from memory? correct me if im wrong.
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    RE: Early Mark 1 roller tops - what model? 2010/12/01 19:55:05 (permalink)
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    Had the arvo off so went to the wreckers..

    Yes, sigma are for the small PCD so are a no go.

    Bluebird, I think series 3 it was, would also fit with some work.

    However the Subaru units look the most promising, first I found a L series and then there was a more modern Liberty that should fit the bill nicely.

    There where also several '2' bolt options that could work but I also want it looking somewhat factory.

    Any other suggestions before I go down the subaru path.
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    RE: Early Mark 1 roller tops - what model? 2010/01/13 22:15:09 (permalink)
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    what work is needed to fit sigma tops?
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    RE: Early Mark 1 roller tops - what model? 2010/01/14 08:35:10 (permalink)
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    quote:
    Originally posted by JamesR

    what work is needed to fit sigma tops?


    I did a post on this some years back some of it could be in my project thread. But main hole needs to be enlarged with the 2 stud holes elongated. I elongated toward engine on both sides in an attempt to gain a small amount of camber.

    You'll then need to to do some work to get shock to fit in bearing nicely.

    Rhys
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    RE: Early Mark 1 roller tops - what model? 2010/01/14 10:08:59 (permalink)
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    I had a search on here but couldn't find anything. a wider search, google, brought up some of the old 'Osella' works forums..

    Was like a trip down memory lane....

    Shaun
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    RE: Early Mark 1 roller tops - what model? 2010/01/14 12:38:05 (permalink)
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    The Works Escorts ran Mk2 Cortina GT items (from memory, I know they were from Mk2 Cortinas), these fit without modification to the strut top for a Mk1. However, they are obviously now hard to find, and being reproduced in the UK with a spherical bearing.

    Cheers

    Justin
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    RE: Early Mark 1 roller tops - what model? 2010/01/14 14:54:13 (permalink)
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    quote:
    Originally posted by oldtx3

    The Works Escorts ran Mk2 Cortina GT items (from memory, I know they were from Mk2 Cortinas), these fit without modification to the strut top for a Mk1. However, they are obviously now hard to find, and being reproduced in the UK with a spherical bearing.

    Cheers

    Justin


    Thanks Justin, however these are even more expensive than the spherical setup....[8~2]

    I'll head back to the wreckers this weekend and grab the the suby ones. The only thing I forgot to check was the bearing ID.

    Shaun
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