Looking good mate, I think you are right about the smaller tyres.  I went 175 60 and I really like how it sits.
 
Matt

After a test run this afternoon, alloys will be staying :) They're 2kg lighter per wheel (compared to steel wheels) which offsets the weight added by my new gearbox. It's also become apparent that the car needs a quick rack
 
 

Thanks Evan
I had the fronts fitted with that size today.
You're right, they do fit well. Tyre diameter is 14mm less than the 205's on the rear, so I may wind the front coils up a little. It's hard to tell if that needs doing. Some time with the car will tell

Agreed. I like the fact they're pretty much a ford wheel (think XA GT falcon) And the black/ alloy contrasts remind me of the RS4 spokes which always compliment a Mk1. Cheers Cam

Picked up some new covers and the brackets I drew up and had fabricated. Lovely!!
 

Hey Scott. They look good, I only have this crappy pic off my phone. The last week has been pretty hectic with work, cars and cleaning up my shed. It's nice to have some room to move in the shed. Heaps done on my MK1 yesterday after a job cancellation. Installed thermo tec insulation and new carpets. If I ever need to do this again I will be employing the services of a professional auto trimmer. Enough said!!! Still the job went really well, just time consuming because I hadn't done it before. It really helped having the factory matting still intact under my old carpets to use as templates. Very good product and the perfect amount for an Escort coupe.
 
Test drove the car tonight and the sound dampening from the insulation is very good! As are the spotties. The car is very enjoyable right now. 3.77 diff, 5 speed sierra box, outlaw carb, new carpets & spotties, alloys & 205's. I'll be swapping out the front springs next. Going to a 5kg as opposed to the 6kg that came in the kit.  And also getting a quick rack at some stage. Aside from the paint & panel which isn't too bad, the car is near perfect..

Thanks :)