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A work colleague of mine produces resin models of our Ford classics in various states of completeness. He is in the process of doing one for my estate. Prices are reasonable. If you are interested in that elusive model for Christmas why not contact Rob Card though his site. He has a few model templates available so send him a message through the site link😊 Here is the escort estate link, but there is a message function as well. https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/4553115008/classic-ford-escort

The man who invented autocorrect has died. May he roast in piss

Wow, this thread hasn't had a new entry for over a year. Let's fix that.

Currently seeing a speech therapist since my stroke and I was told there were three types of Australian speech. The exaggerated drawl (Bogun) Average street speech and acedemic etiquette speech. (Posh) Guess what I am LOL , In future you may address me as sir! Actually when I was first in hospital with a slurry voice the nurse asked me if I was Irish?

I was going to do a orange Trump joke loving green escorts but it was in poor taste LOL

Wow thats very informative thanks. So Blue and Green are interchangeable for older iron blocked and headed cars? Blue would be better as when you stop at car shows there is a bit of overflow and looks like the car has had a wee. Blue matches the Ford badge!

Often hear people complaining about the potholes in the UK .................

Nelson Mandela is sitting at home one day watching TV when there is a knock at the door. He opens the door and finds a delivery man with a clipboard, standing next to a wagon full of car parts. Mandela says he didn't order anything. The delivery man insists he has the right place, and they argue back and forth over a few days. Finally, Mandela loses his temper completely, grabs the man by the shirt front, and yells: "Look, I don't want these! Do you understand? You must have the wrong name! The delivery man looks puzzled, consults his clipboard, and asks: "You not Nissan Main Dealer?

Just bought some Fred Flintstone aftershave. It’s really strong, a little dab’ll do.

The tombstones were standard option but they didnt suit the sports image of the rest of the car (the highest sports model of the Escort range at that time) so in my cars case the dealer themselves arranged for replacements to rectify that. Ford themselves reacted with their version of the droop snoot RS2000 came out 2 years later in 1979 had Australian version of the Scheel seats

One raw orange

I hold the Rally Pack Register for the past 30 years (when I created it). There aren't many on it as most cars you see aren't actually GS Rally Packs but opted Rally Pack extras on a GL made more confusing that both are stamped GLs. British codes and Australian ones are completely different. If you can send me a image of the compliance plates that would be good. One hurdle though is you need to make a few posts I think before you can privately message. Don' t post the plate pics publicly send them to me in a private message. But feel free to post images of the car in this thread would be helpful to start with and of the engine bay inner right hand guard. Can you start by telling me what month in 79 it is? Because the Plate ID says GL because Rally Packs use a GL shell as all Australian shells are strengthened that is not a clear indicator if its a genuine Rally Pack or not. That requires an in person inspection or the Certificate from Ford Australia if it left the factory as a GS Rally Pack. But with enough photos I can usually tell if its more likely to be one or not. Raw Orange is the best colour for Rally Packs

Three of my favourite things in one video 1. Scotland 2. Mk2 Escorts 3. Big Country Seriously though, mk2 Escort jam sandwiches unable to catch two lads twos up on a GP125? That's even more unbelievable than holding up buses with a puffer gun full of itching powder! 😆

This thread needs a bump too. A bloke goes to the local council to apply for a job in the office. The interviewer asks him, "Are you allergic to anything?" He replies: "yes, caffeine." "Have you ever worked for the public service before?" "Yes, I was in the army," he says, "I was in Iraq for two tours." The interviewer says: "That will give you five extra points toward employment." Then he asks: "Are you disabled in any way?" The guy says: "Yes, a mine exploded near me when I was there and I lost both of my testicles." The interviewer grimaces and then says: "OK, you've got enough points for me to take you on right away. Our normal hours are from 8am to 4pm but you can start tomorrow at 10am, and carry on starting at 10am every day." The bloke is puzzled and asks: "If the work hours are from 8am to 4pm, why don't you want me here until 10am? I'm not looking for any special treatment." "What you have to understand is that this is a council job," the interviewer says. "For the first two hours, we just stand around drinking coffee and scratching our balls. There's no point in you coming in for that.

Agreed he's the man, but deep pockets are definitely needed, they're dearer than doing the NEC, isn't that right Mark @Vista Estate did i mention the NEC lol, come on guys, come and see us in hall 8, book those tickets online now and use the old skool ford discount code CCOLDSKN6

Just a little update, That in the last couple of days I have managed to find it, and the owner has reached out and is happy for me to see the car in person Cant believe i found it 🥹

Heated seats!, 😉

Thank you James, I've just spilt my coffee over my desk. I read the above as a country man, you meant you were slurring your words, Google slurry, I thought you meant you were talking shite!😂

As a former penal colony that you yourselves founded I must say stripes never go out of fashion!

Get bidding! https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/168850556914?_skw=mexico+estate&itmmeta=01M70Z6XE1FGRPZ5QBY7744JBP&hash=item27504707f2:g:QJsAAeSwHD5q8e1j&itmprp=enc%3AAQALAAAA0CHNgUiiE%2FjQhlDTaMiAde%2FepCrXEQ6U3j0QTx6o5lAt7tKbKgQk5HSugn1gv6CUlPsxg6x%2BL0Z6JCIxmgyJBVNnQM51mOc2cJ897nDvRSXgeL%2BNFGaR8csWIesbb5p9IcHWNekX%2Bx366xvvBTcel6Rz7ktcVODjXvyDd2yNQcgWXAuMFAaCEhkFeCiBJHbhMJcb2tBKKmlEkBOyWc1GRJlp53aUWTKeUgVe%2FS7PHI%2FIgbnEJhhVazaE6HALn4tvwvIATuOzpvU0z7NQrAnOUzA%3D|tkp%3ABk9SR47Xm5-4aA

I've met the owner a few times and he is a .... let's say an interesting cookie. Let's hope he gets the reserve, there is hope for us all. Interestingly there is some debate about the number 3 and other shells. The chap is very unpleasant when you mention that. 🤔

Since when has that stopped you James? You'll have your membership of The Ancient Order of Bogans revoked if your not careful!🤭

Eat that Musk!

Modena Green sits quietly at the back, and smiles a knowing smile.🤫

Ahem. No.

A picture says more than alot of words (the damged head).

Having a wee on the grass at car shows is an age thing James. It happens to us all 🤣.

Now there's a question James. As always it depends. Generally, "There are three main variants of antifreeze available in the UK, which are identified by different colours. Green antifreeze Green antifreeze, or IAT (Inorganic Additive Technology) is recommended for older vehicles - those built before 2000 - with more metal components in the engine than later vehicles. The lifespan of green antifreeze is typically 36,000 miles or 3 years (whichever comes first). It shouldn't be mixed with other types of antifreeze fluids. Orange antifreeze Orange antifreeze, or OAT (Organic Acid Technology) is more suitable for newer vehicles, with engine designs that use more aluminium and plastic/nylon components than those built before 2000. Unlike green antifreeze, it lasts longer and doesn't need to be changed as frequently. Its lifespan is typically 150,000 miles or 5 years (whichever comes first). It shouldn't be mixed with other antifreeze fluids. Red antifreeze Red antifreeze is typically made with hybrid organic acid and lasts longer than green antifreeze, requiring fewer changes. It should be replaced every 150,000 miles or 5 years, whichever comes first." The rule of thumb though is blue old car cast iron/ red new car aluminium or other. I've seen the damage done to a classic car head and block with the use of red antifreeze. 🙈 Over here in the UK our blue is ethanol glycol based and is the more traditional coolant and antifreeze and is of the IAT variety for older cars with cast iron blocks and heads. Does that help? If anyone as a question about antifreeze or other fluids for their car send Witham Group Technical a message. See picture for details. I have been working with them on a guide to help members and its almost ready, so I will publish it once done. I think @Miniliteman asked for it.

Not long now gang. Get your tickets bought and come and see us. If you have forgotten the discount code it's attached. If you want any Withams Oil send me a message and I can arrange 😊 Before I forget, pick up a copy of Retroford Magazine Dec Edition (out soon). I've done a feature with Richard Scarbrough from Witham Oils regarding wintering your classic. It's sure to raise some questions 🤣

My old flatfront Pinto's RS2000 had 2 sidetanks, one on each side. The left one just had the filler in the boot and was connected to the right one. Been to the UK in that car, without having to stop for fuel. (photo taken at taken at Boreham in the 90s)

Never realised how low the Aussie tanks sit ! I always thought they would be . . . . . more 'fitted' with slightly raised boot floor to accomodate !

If anyone’s at the NEC on Friday, be good to you. Ticket booked.

Wow Marcel are you sure you dont want these wheels for your own projects? I dont want to take them away from anything you are doing. Where do you acquire all these wheels? Thats DHL price is really good, Leon and I couldnt get a grill sent without it costing a fortune and thats light compared to these things! No need to paint them, Im happy to have them refurbished. It costs the same whether they are Capri ones or the RS ones so I thought If Im paying that sort of money I may as well spend it on the proper RS ones. I cannot accept another generous gift though please let me know an amount that would be able to get you out an about on a trip you would like to go to! Always blown away by the generosity of people on this forum.

Hi Chaps, Wish you all the best for the show, I'll pop in on the Saturday just to be a nuisance😄 🤪 Ray can you have a look out for those reversing lights... Buddy 🤭

Go scuba diving........its a gas

Scuba Diving

Hi all Recently bought a mk1 in beautiful maize yellow, with a 2.1 stage 3 pinto. Currently gutting the interior and re-wiring much of it. Years since I had mk1 - 1300 GT in Tawny Brown - and I'm loving every minute of ownership. I also have a TR4 and a classic Mini Cooper but the escort is my new love (don't tell the other cars though!). I've found this forum a brilliant place to get expert info so thought it was time to join properly, not just lurk. Likely to begin asking daft questions soon, so apologies in advance 😉 Jeremy

I’ll be there hopefully on the Friday, getting the train down. I am recovering from a double hernia and Lipoma operation, my sack looks like a dropped lasagne. I should be walking by then.

Where's RP2000 (James) when you need him?

clearly an embarrassment factor there then, at least you stand a chance of it not getting stolen lol

Given the split bumpers are a hacksaw special I suspect the roof conversion may be too. Id check if there is a sag in the middle and the doors open.

personally i wouldnt be too happy with a club that gives out info on who owns the car or its location , too many network surfers looking to pinch classic cars

yes the old hush puppies slipped of the clutch, one has to keep up appearances in my new social circle , and it was a cress sandwich with crusts cut off and low fat marge ,best china cup off tea drank out the saucer with raised pinky pmsl

I saw you going out for some butter and a scone earlier. Kangaroo clutch start, then first gear all the way to the corner shop.

crist valve bounce i used to drive my rs 2000 like that ,hammered the shit out of it everywhere couldnt get it to go fast enough i was a maniac back then , now im more sedate lol

Well you can drive up and down street gutters without the tank ever touching so never had interference from a speed hump

215/55/13 seems the closest https://novamotorsport.com/products/nova-zzs/ Nova ZZS - Nova Motorsport.PDF