perksy
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 posted on 5/2/16 at 08:00 PM |
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Gaskets for Classics - Anybody Used Them ?
Just about to embark on a stripdown and rebuild of a mates Ford Pinto from a Mk 2 Escort RS2000 he is restoring
I've come across a company called 'Gaskets for Classics' and just wondered if anybody had used them for gasket sets and/or head
bolts ?
You can't beat Locostbuilder knowledge, so thought I'd ask here for any opinions on them
PM if you'd rather
Thanks
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mcerd1
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| posted on 5/2/16 at 08:40 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by perksy
Just about to embark on a stripdown and rebuild of a mates Ford Pinto from a Mk 2 Escort RS2000 he is restoring
I've come across a company called 'Gaskets for Classics' and just wondered if anybody had used them for gasket sets and/or head
bolts ?
You can't beat Locostbuilder knowledge, so thought I'd ask here for any opinions on them
PM if you'd rather
Thanks
not used them, but if the same as these guys on ebay they aren't really much cheaper than burton power for most things and some bits look more
expensive than burtons 
http://stores.ebay.co.uk/GASKETS-for-CLASSICS/FORD-PINTO-/_i.html?_fsub=13094580&_sid=189552204&_trksid=p4634.c0.m322
but for a std pinto any decent local motor factor should still get them - even euro car parts still stock them !
pinto's are still very well supported 
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perksy
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| posted on 5/2/16 at 08:51 PM |
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Your right there isn't much difference between them and Burtons and Burton service has always been really good to be fair
I noticed they were a UK company and just wandered if anybody had tried them
To be fair I'm sure it'll end up being Burtons for all the bits anyway 
Nice to be working on an 'old school' engine to be honest, Have a bit of a soft spot for the Anchor 
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Adamirish
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| posted on 6/2/16 at 12:33 AM |
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I have dealt with burton's over the past few weeks rebuilding a Xflow. They have been great. I couldn't find the bits cheaper, delivery
has been fast and after my issue with the head gasket they have been fantastic with returns too. They seem very knowledgeable on the phone too.
I ended up getting my HG from engineparts.co.uk. They stock some race parts for older engines so they maybe worth a chat for anything burton's
haven't got.
Just to add, I agree with loving the older engines. I have rebuilt a couple of zetecs and a bit of jap stuff over the years. My little Xflow was a
breathe of fresh air! Really enjoyable. I'm sure you will find the same. Just simple technology, love it!
[Edited on 6/2/16 by Adamirish]
MK Indy 1700 Xflow
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gregs
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| posted on 6/2/16 at 09:38 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by perksy
Just about to embark on a stripdown and rebuild of a mates Ford Pinto from a Mk 2 Escort RS2000 he is restoring
I've come across a company called 'Gaskets for Classics' and just wondered if anybody had used them for gasket sets and/or head
bolts ?
You can't beat Locostbuilder knowledge, so thought I'd ask here for any opinions on them
PM if you'd rather
Thanks
I've used them several times - top quality last time for my Pinto (elring bolts & victor reinz gasket) although not listed as that - also
stock the 'top hat' pinto stem seals - a must with a high lift cam. Shipping always quick - in summary, no problems!
Personally i'd always rather use a good small retailer.
Greg
[Edited on 6/2/16 by gregs]
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GeoffT
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| posted on 6/2/16 at 10:09 AM |
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Another vote for Gaskets for Classics, used them several times, decent quality kit and reliable service every time.
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