Ford Escort Mk 1 discussion

[Pearson]

Hi,

I have always admired the MK 1 Escort and would be interested in talking to owners who have recently purchased one and have plans to “modernise” the car to improve suspension, braking etc etc.
I am looking for a MK1 and would like to hear what can be done to improve the driving experience. There must be many improvements that can be made.

Thank you for your contributions, Bazz

 

[TCJBOLDIE]

Hello and welcome from a banana bender Aussies will understand that.
I am not a Ford man but for starters you may want to consider the following mods.

1 Watts link for for rear diff housing .
2 Panhard bar for the rear axle ( not as good as the Watts link but still much better than doing nothing.
3 Front coilovers .
4 A 4 piston brake upgrade with larger vented discs and a balance / bias adjuster . Been there done that.
5 A more modern MPI TC engine. If you have the budget a Honda F20C and 6 speed with 230 hp will make for a very lively drive.
6 Wider and lighter flow formed or forged wheels with quality tyres.

I know that the Honda engine may be outside the box thinking so there are Ford Duratec TC motors available if you want to stay with blue oval motors.