JC600 Posted March 11, 2017 Author Share Posted March 11, 2017 51 minutes ago, E TEA 66 said: The new fan switch looks great fitted and if it lasts half as long as the original it will have done really well and yes having to wait till next weekend for a proper drive after fitting it is a real annoying pain but at least you know you've got that to look forward too ;) . Those moulding strips look ace for a bit of a spruce up and even though it's a shame you couldn't get hold of any NOS they'll still look great when fitted mate :) .. Cheers Ian, better it break in the garage. Than out on the road. :-) NOS ones are ridiculous, was a pair of the smallest ones on eBay the other day £40! And then you've got the rest to find. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E TEA 66 Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Your welcome Jamie and yes it's much prefered to have it break in the garage then the hassle of being out on the road plus the embarrassment that goes with it .. How much for the small one's , jeepers mate i dread to think how much the big one's cost ... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC600 Posted March 18, 2017 Author Share Posted March 18, 2017 Been out and about today, done about 30 miles. And drives spot on, idles nicely too. Well happy now. :D And back home. :) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC600 Posted March 24, 2017 Author Share Posted March 24, 2017 Finally got a full set of the correct mud flaps, just need to clean them up and find my set of clamps. :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC600 Posted March 25, 2017 Author Share Posted March 25, 2017 Got my mud flaps fitted, I'll get some better pics tomorrow. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC600 Posted March 26, 2017 Author Share Posted March 26, 2017 Nice little drive out this morning, driving really well now. :D 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC600 Posted March 27, 2017 Author Share Posted March 27, 2017 oil and filter changed, as it's been 1000 miles since replacing the cam. Got decent oil in now, as only used cheap oil to bed in the cam. So sounds quieter and smoother now. :) Old oil was a good uniform colour, no traces of fuel, water or any metal. So all good. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spanish_Fiesta Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Nice motor mate, My Grandad gave me an F plate one of these in silver, Back in 2003, 3 door aswell. Unfortunately I had to scrap it after a while due to rust and back then they werent as desirabe as they are now, Plus I was young and skint. What you have done is what Id wanted to do to mine back then. Looks great, Brilliant thread. Keep us posted 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC600 Posted March 28, 2017 Author Share Posted March 28, 2017 2 hours ago, Spanish_Fiesta said: Nice motor mate, My Grandad gave me an F plate one of these in silver, Back in 2003, 3 door aswell. Unfortunately I had to scrap it after a while due to rust and back then they werent as desirabe as they are now, Plus I was young and skint. What you have done is what Id wanted to do to mine back then. Looks great, Brilliant thread. Keep us posted Cheers mate, much appreciated.......all been there mate, scrapped a 1982 mk3 Xr3 back in 1998 as it was rotten. But back then, you'd never have known there future value. :-) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spanish_Fiesta Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 1 hour ago, JC600 said: Cheers mate, much appreciated.......all been there mate, scrapped a 1982 mk3 Xr3 back in 1998 as it was rotten. But back then, you'd never have known there future value. :-) Too right mate 👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC600 Posted March 31, 2017 Author Share Posted March 31, 2017 Topped up the gearbox oil and replaced emissions filter with a genuine Ford filter. :) Cut open the old one, glad I changed it. Was past its best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC600 Posted April 1, 2017 Author Share Posted April 1, 2017 CO levels checked this morning, needed checking after replacing idle speed control valve, ECU and resetting base idle. All good should be 0.8 +/- 0.25. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E TEA 66 Posted April 2, 2017 Share Posted April 2, 2017 Great imissions results mate and obviously all down to all the recent time and effort you've put into sorting out the idle issues and replacing the imissions filter " top work " ;) .. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC600 Posted April 2, 2017 Author Share Posted April 2, 2017 Been to retro ford meet today at Tennants vehicle auctions, Leyburn. Faultless 100 mile round trip keeping to back roads. Had loads of fun. :D Couple on the way home. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonro2009 Posted April 2, 2017 Share Posted April 2, 2017 I saw a nice blue one on the road today, didn't catch the ref though [emoji53]Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E TEA 66 Posted April 3, 2017 Share Posted April 3, 2017 Loving the pics and some cracking Fords at the meet Jamie 8) and yea! i'm still seriously jealous .. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC600 Posted April 7, 2017 Author Share Posted April 7, 2017 Had a small oil leak from the top of gearbox for a while now, cleaned it off and put talcum powder on to trace the leak. Traced it to here Only losing a small amount, so got told to try this stuff. Dirko erling 705.707. Run a bead, and flatten it off to seal. Not the neatest job, but will hopefully work. Also as I'm on call for a week. Thought I'd refurb my RS 4 spoke steering wheel. Paint is tarnished and leather is discoulored. No cracks or rips. Rubbed down paint carefully with fine scotch Brite. Then cleaned, and a few coats of satin black. Over the weekend, I'll re dye the leather using this kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC600 Posted April 8, 2017 Author Share Posted April 8, 2017 The screws someone had fitted in the past are counter sunk (wheel has flat holes) and miles too long. Cleaned threads using my 6mm tap, and tried new screws. First stage on restoration. Cleaning off the old leather sealant. Second stage, apply degreaser and allow to dry. Third stage, brush off degreaser. And sand down with 1200 grit wet & dry. Forth stage, apply base layer of colour. Then 2-3 more layers. 15mins between each layer. Got to leave it for an hour now before applying the sealant. So far, so good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC600 Posted April 8, 2017 Author Share Posted April 8, 2017 All finished, just need to add leather protector in a week's time. Not bad for my first time. :D Looks a bit grey, because it's satin black. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC600 Posted April 13, 2017 Author Share Posted April 13, 2017 Heated rear window hasn't worked properly since I brought the Escort. So got a NOS switch and got it fitted. Works perfectly now. :D Also gave the steering wheel a couple of coats of leather protector. Checked all the levels, Tyre pressures etc ready for the weekend. And I've ordered some H&R racing -40mm lowering spring, along with new strut top mounts and bearings......as I hate the Apex springs. Handles well but really crashey and harsh. Think the rears have sagged too. Will probably raise up slightly, but hopefully have a good stance still. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC600 Posted April 15, 2017 Author Share Posted April 15, 2017 Had a nice drive out this morning, puts a big smile on my face now it's running spot on. Surprises a few people too lol :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC600 Posted April 15, 2017 Author Share Posted April 15, 2017 Forgot about checking my gearbox leak, and it's bone dry! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC600 Posted April 15, 2017 Author Share Posted April 15, 2017 First proper clean of the year, washed, polished, waxed and sealed. All plastics treated, windows cleaned. Wheels waxed and sealed. :D And fitted my dealer sticker in the rear window. :) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC600 Posted April 17, 2017 Author Share Posted April 17, 2017 Went to a Retro/classic car breakfast meet this morning. Next to my mates MK3. :D And few of before I went home as it was a nice sunny day. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC600 Posted April 21, 2017 Author Share Posted April 21, 2017 Fitted a new head unit as I wanted bluetooth because all my music is on my phone. So got a new Pioneer head unit, all works perfectly. Happy days. :D Also, new strut top mount kits have arrived. Just waiting for the H&R springs to arrive. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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