Dutboy

The need for better brakes was not driven by engine power in this case, although the engine is a 2.0 pinto built for torque with FR30 cam, over bored pistons and higher compression. The vehicle is a 1990's Eagle RV kit jeep which uses the suspension and drive train from from a MkIV Cortina. Its running 4x4 off road style tyres which are bigger and heavier than the standard Cortina wheels and tyres and have a greater flywheel effect especially at higher speeds, which when coupled with the fact I tow trailers with the vehicle, meant I needed brakes that had a greater grab, better ability to arrest the rotational energy and better ability to dissipate the heat generated which the set up I now have does.

Thank you for the tip. I have since gone down the route of RX7 4 pot callipers and pads mounted using custom machined adaptors gripping on BWM 3 series 260mm vented discs machined to suit the Hubs and mounting bolt PCD. Which fits nicely under my 15" rims and stops the car very nicely.

I have the later manual and that doesn't even have the front subframe dimensions so thank you for uploading those. For comparison I attach the overall dimensions from my manual.

From Ebay about 3 years ago.... Stored it for 2 1/2 years whilst I played with other projects and sourced the ATB and new CWP, then got round to rebuilding it.

I have just changed my rear axle from the original Koln to the atlas (so that I could run the ratio I wanted and an ATB and get 9" drums as well) Would anyone be interested in the old Koln rear axle suggest £140.00 but open to sensible offers. Its from a 1600 Mk4 S reg. I rebuilt the 8" rear drums with new shoes and cylinders about 8K miles ago and was in weekly use until last weekend. Comes complete with brakes, cross axle brake lines, half shafts and diff (3.89 from memory) but no suspension arms, shocks or handbrake cable. Wheel bearings are good, Diff bearings are tired but no oil leaks. Location Evesham, Worcestershire buyer to collect or arrange own collection. Soon to be advertised on Ebay when I get round to taking some pictures.

When repairing Mk1 and 2 Escorts, Ford produced a body dimension tolerance sheet which gave the overall dimensions and tolerances between significant points on the body including the suspension pick up points. This was very useful to ensure the car ran straight and true and when rebuilding rotten or damaged areas. Does any one know of, or have, a similar chart for the Mk3 or 4 or 5 Cortina's? For my current project i'm specifically interested in the dimensions between the 4 main suspension pick up points for the rear axle. Any help would be appreciated.

Now sold.

Hi All, just removed the original 4 speed gearbox from my Eagle RV (based on S reg 1.6 Cortina) as I'm changing to a type 9 5 speed. Box is now surplus to my requirements, drove well this morning and for the previous 10K miles since I purchased the car. It needs some new seals especially on the input shaft as the previous owner had siliconed the bellhousing onto the gearbox to stop it leaking..... Otherwise no known issues. £30, buyer collects from Evesham Worcestershire.

Thanks for the tip but big red recon calipers if you already have a set they do not have M18s in stock to sell outright. So I'm still looking for a set. I would also consider a set from a mk2 granada as these are the same but spaced for a vented disc. Can anyone help me source a set?

Hi, Does anyone know of a pair of the larger M18 front calipers that might be available. These were fitted to the Mk3 2.0 estate and the P100. Any help or leads much appreciated. Happy to consider a pair in need of a build as well as ready to run. Thanks.

Could be interested in the front upper suspension arms. How much would you want?

I have a brand new pair of Kilen 13240 front springs for a std Mk3 Cortina and a brand new pair of Kilen 13140 front springs for a std Mk5 Cortina. These have been fitted to a car in the garage for 24 hours but never used on the road so are essentially brand new. Ideally I would like to swap each pair for either a 20mm front anti roll bar (Mk5 S or Hyundai) or a set of 4 new Mk4/5 front tie rod inner washers part no 74 BB3K115 AB. Happy to discuss any proposed deals. If not then will sell Mk3 pair for £36.00 and the Mk5 pair for £43.00 inc postage. I am away 27th Jan to 12th Feb but otherwise will reply.

That would be appreciated, look forward to hearing from you when you have had chance to look.

Anyone know a source of the pressed washers that go in the subframe holes for the front tie rod bushes? Part number on my bent and chewed up originals is BB 3K115AB and 06400. Thanks for any help

I think the Stellar and the Cortina Mk5 S both had 20mm front arb's. Don't think whiteli e make them anymore.