Yuk! Bet you're glad to get that crap out of the cooling system!
Alternator bolts, yes, I know what you mean, I always say it's part of the "charm" of the 2L Pinto while I curse them under my breath, LOL!
Hehehe, yeah, the RS2000's do look soft without the nosecone, but dodgy electrics in an Escort? Never! Hahaha!
Best of luck with it mate, great pics, keep us all posted on the progress, maybe your RS2000 will be among the crowd at Small Ford Sunday 2006...