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Old 27-02-2006, 04:29 PM   #1
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What engine bolts in, or nearly bolts into a Mk1 escort?

I have re-searched but have got no real answers!

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Old 27-02-2006, 04:36 PM   #2
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All the "x-flow" & "pre-crossflow" Kent engines will bolt straight it. (1100, 1300, 1500, 1600) The 2lt pinto from a Cortina or later model Escort goes in without too much trouble.
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Old 27-02-2006, 04:38 PM   #3
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The easiest ones are what they were built with - the Kent/crossflow, Pinto OHC, and if you are made of money the Twin Cam (Lotus) and BDA/Cosworth.

I have also seen them with Toyota & Nissan 4cyls (eg 4AGE, CA18, SR20) but they involve a bit more work as do V8's (really!)
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Old 27-02-2006, 05:39 PM   #4
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Wow thanks for the super fast reply guys!

Correct me if im wrong but pinto's are found in Cortina Mk.3-Mk.5, Sierra and Capri Mk.2&3?

And how much is "too much touble"? I dont need a full blown outline but just a guide will do!

Im a second yr apprentice mechanic...............but not a car mechanic!

outback_ute: no im not made of money but i wish i was

thanks again guys
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Old 28-02-2006, 08:33 AM   #5
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Wow thanks for the super fast reply guys!

Correct me if im wrong but pinto's are found in Cortina Mk.3-Mk.5, Sierra and Capri Mk.2&3?

And how much is "too much touble"? I dont need a full blown outline but just a guide will do!

Im a second yr apprentice mechanic...............but not a car mechanic!

outback_ute: no im not made of money but i wish i was

thanks again guys
We fitted a 2ltr injected Pinto 205 engine with a 5-speed box to my nephew's Mk1 Escort. No major dramas, bolted in to the original mounts, just had to move the radiator forward. I can send you photo's or more info if you're interested. His car actually made it in to Hot 4's No.127.
I've attached a pic showing the engine.
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Old 28-02-2006, 02:00 PM   #6
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tufLTD: Yeah that would be great if you could send me some pictures and any additional information you may have, that your willing to share

Ill PM you my e-mail address.

As far as i know, and correct me if I’m wrong again, you just have to modify/change engine mounts, the sump, radiator, fuel system (really!), exhaust system and a few other micky mouse things. Oh and obviously do some wiring!

I'm also told you use RS parts and you wont have any problems!

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Old 28-02-2006, 11:33 PM   #7
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Hey Sik Escort,
I've sent you an e-mail with some pics attached. I hope it helps.
Cheers.
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