tendoshingan
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 posted on 17/7/06 at 04:53 PM |
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Newbie needing some advice
Hi folks, I am planning to start my build this summer and have already acquired 2 donors:
1. a '89 Sierra with no engine
2. a '92 MK5 Escort XR3i
I was planning on using the engine from the XR3i, and the running gear from the Sierra,
but I would like some advice on whether I can use any of the other bits from the Escort.
For example;
Are the hubs compatible?
Could I use the breaking system,
would the wheels fit??
Can I use the steering?
Cheers for any response
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Chaz
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| posted on 17/7/06 at 05:01 PM |
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What kit are you building? Most seven types like sierra hubs, steering racks etc. You going to mate the MT75/type 9 to the silvertop? I've got
some knowledge with this if you need more info, as i've just done that very thing.
Chaz
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tendoshingan
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| posted on 17/7/06 at 05:13 PM |
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I am planning on a locost book build. The Sierra has the MT75 so, yes will be mateing this to the silvertop, but any info you can spare will help
cheers Ian
[Edited on 17/7/06 by tendoshingan]
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big_wasa
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| posted on 17/7/06 at 06:20 PM |
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I to can give you a few pointers with a zetec and mt75
You say book, do you intend to go live axle and cortina front uprights or using as much of what you have as you can ?
[Edited on 18/7/06 by big_wasa]
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tendoshingan
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| posted on 17/7/06 at 07:28 PM |
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I am intending to use Dedion axle, already have a MK1 Escort steering rack, and know that I can modify the sierra hubs/uprights.
I just wanted to know if I could use any other parts of the XR3i such as hubs, springs, callipers etc. I haven't really got that much space to
keep things lying around.
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big_wasa
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| posted on 17/7/06 at 09:04 PM |
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It doesnt mater how much you save, you will forget something.
What induction are you going to run ?
From the escort you will just want the engine unless you plan on using the injection and ignition?
Its the sierra where you will need to save the most from.
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