can anyone confirm the rear track of a mk2 escort i believe it is 52.5 inches
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my mk1 axle, which i think is the same is 53.5 end to end. There was a topic on track recently, but i believe this varies with choice of wheel.

Mark

Escort 1 & 2 and Cortina 1 & 2 48 inches across the axle tube ie the flanges the brake back plates bolt to add another 5 inches for the brakes -- 53 inches..