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If it's a quicky repair before you flog it on, a lap joint will be fine, but if it's a "keeper" cut all the rot out and butt weld fresh metal in 
The overlaps are a perfect breeding ground for tin-worm
The overlaps are a perfect breeding ground for tin-worm
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I'm actually on the lookout for a decent Mk4 Cortina (I used to have one way back), I'll probably go Zetec rather than V6 though.
My favourite Cortina resto is here http://buysellcortina.co.uk/forums/index.php?showtopic=66 Zetec, home-made fuel injection, even ABS ! very impressive
If you want to see some rusted-out old fords being resto'd, there's no-one better than Dave Roberts over on the Turbosport forums, you won't believe what he can do with a truly rotten Escort Mk1 (he's a farmer and a self taught welder).
You'll need to sign up to view the forum, but if you need any motivation, that's the place to get it
Check out his 2nd Escort rebuild here http://www.turbosport.co.uk/showthread.php?t=87742
My favourite Cortina resto is here http://buysellcortina.co.uk/forums/index.php?showtopic=66 Zetec, home-made fuel injection, even ABS ! very impressive
If you want to see some rusted-out old fords being resto'd, there's no-one better than Dave Roberts over on the Turbosport forums, you won't believe what he can do with a truly rotten Escort Mk1 (he's a farmer and a self taught welder).
You'll need to sign up to view the forum, but if you need any motivation, that's the place to get it
Check out his 2nd Escort rebuild here http://www.turbosport.co.uk/showthread.php?t=87742
Cheers for the links, the Cortina pics really give inspiration and make mine seem a little less daunting. It's the rear end of mine that's being repaired. The double skinned section behind the rear arches has suffered a bit and needs repairing. I'm also incorperating a battery tray as I have relocated the battery to the boot. There's an LPG evapourator now sitting where the battery once sat under the bonnet.
That Escort is just awe inspiring at how stubourn and unrelenting someone can be in there determination to save a car. Good man!
I hope you find yourself a good mk4, there probably the rarest model now. A 2.0ltr zetec will probably make a nice car. I only went for the Cosworth V6 as one came up localy very cheap. I also have a 2.0ltr Zetec converted mk3 Escort (at least it will be when I finish it!). When I have renewed my subscription fees for my website next week after payday you'll be able to see my little collection of projects here:
www.EscortUpgrades.co.uk
It won't work right now of course but take a look in a week or so.
Cheers,
Smiler.
That Escort is just awe inspiring at how stubourn and unrelenting someone can be in there determination to save a car. Good man!
I hope you find yourself a good mk4, there probably the rarest model now. A 2.0ltr zetec will probably make a nice car. I only went for the Cosworth V6 as one came up localy very cheap. I also have a 2.0ltr Zetec converted mk3 Escort (at least it will be when I finish it!). When I have renewed my subscription fees for my website next week after payday you'll be able to see my little collection of projects here:
www.EscortUpgrades.co.uk
It won't work right now of course but take a look in a week or so.
Cheers,
Smiler.
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Forgot to mention, I have some of these http://tinyurl.com/2ohs8b they make butt welding car panels so much easier, especially bits where you can't get access to the back of the panel.
HTH
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sorry to hi-jack but noticed you guys were talking cortina's.
I'm nearly done doing the bits I want to on my 106, next inline is a mk2 1600E cortina...havn't had time or space to strip it out yet but thats all in the pipe line. Its a full on resto job unlike my daily drive 106 so will also be putting up progress pics on my website when I finally make a start. Its my dads really but he hasnt had time or interest yet to get started. Also considering a 2.0 zetec on twin 45's...we'll be changing a lot of stuff over as my dads not a purist, so steering box will go for a rack, brakes will have a servo and bigger M/C added with uprated front calipers e.t.c. e.t.c. the list is endless!
I'm nearly done doing the bits I want to on my 106, next inline is a mk2 1600E cortina...havn't had time or space to strip it out yet but thats all in the pipe line. Its a full on resto job unlike my daily drive 106 so will also be putting up progress pics on my website when I finally make a start. Its my dads really but he hasnt had time or interest yet to get started. Also considering a 2.0 zetec on twin 45's...we'll be changing a lot of stuff over as my dads not a purist, so steering box will go for a rack, brakes will have a servo and bigger M/C added with uprated front calipers e.t.c. e.t.c. the list is endless!
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I'm nearing the end of a budget Zetec conversion myself
1.8l Engine, RWD sump (tin sierra one), RWD water pump, spare head, EDIS and sparks unit, correct starter (sierra) and loads of other bits, £50 from ebay ! (cheaper than reboring the old engine) The bloke was gonna stick it in an Escort, then bottled it and went Pinto.
Also Honda cbr600 carbs for 99p
A fiver for some steel, a few hours and I now have a manifold to fit, much cheaper than twin 45's. TBH bike carbs are better than Webers, they don't go out of adjusment so quickly, they have variable chokes, use less fuel and unless you buy new Webers, any pair you're likely to find will need at the very least a rebuild.The killer for me has been the odds and sods, coolant pipes and reducers etc. the £200 I got for the old engine has all gone, but it should be on the road with a fortnight
Can't wait....
Both those cars sound like brilliant projects! There was a silver 1600E in a breakers near me with no engine or gearbox but sound body. It would have been ideal for a 2.0ltr Zetec. However, lack of money, space and already having 2 projects too many meant I had to let it go. I did advertise its existence on the net but despite lots of interest and encouragement there were no takers.
Is the car still avaialble then?
As far as I am aware it is. However it mat be trapped behind more cars now and it was quite a few months ago so the car might well be suffering now. Could still be well worth a look though if you're local. The car was in the breakers at ludgershall about 5 miles west of Andover in Hampshire.
