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| posted on 15/11/03 at 02:01 PM |
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Brakes
I have been told that u can change the drums off the back of the escort axle to disks, i am thinking this because i will have to replace the old drums
any way
so can anyone tell me if:
1) is it worth it
2) how hard is it 2 do
3) how much
4) has any1 got any pictures
Thanks v much 4 ur time
Philip Moreton
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Stu16v
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| posted on 15/11/03 at 05:49 PM |
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1. Not really
2. Not very
3. Dunno
4.I havent
Burtons etc sell conversion kits to fit Sierra calipers to the Escort axle. Unfrotunately you will have to source handbrake cables etc, as well as
modifying brake lines as appropriate. No real gains to be had IMHO, unless you plan to do some serious trackday action..... 
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| posted on 15/11/03 at 06:47 PM |
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c that is the problem i, intend to do some track days an possbilly 750mc kit car champ
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ChrisW
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| posted on 16/11/03 at 01:53 PM |
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Capri 2.8 drums fit the Escort axle for an easy upgrade. Not sure how effective it is but I know it's quite a common mod for the Escort boys so
I'm guessing it must work.
Chris
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Ben_Copeland
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| posted on 17/11/03 at 08:36 AM |
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Oooooo Now thats a good idea chris  might do that 
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bob
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| posted on 17/11/03 at 08:59 AM |
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I'm sure darren george at gts cougar supply a kit for disc conversion.
http://www.gtscougar.freeserve.co.uk/locost.htm
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Mark H
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| posted on 17/11/03 at 03:17 PM |
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Have you had a look at the racing regs? I know nothing, but may be worth a quick question in the racing forum to clarify to see if that is a legal
upgrade.
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| posted on 17/11/03 at 05:55 PM |
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quote:
BRAKES
5.11.1. Permitted Modifications: Only cast iron brake calipers are permitted, otherwise free
subject to 5.11.2.
5.11.2 Prohibited Modifications: ABS systems are prohibited. Carbon discs are prohibited. An
hydraulically-operated handbrake is not permitted in that it does not comply with
MOT requirements.
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