Lizzy Posted December 26, 2014 Report Posted December 26, 2014 Hiya... I drive a Mk3 Cortina (1971) which I've owned since 2001, and also have a Mk1 Transit van (1968) which has been with the restorers for the last 4 years (not getting restored very quickly, obviously). I've also just bought a Mk1 Escort because I miss having one - the family just didn't feel complete! She does need a bit of TLC to get her on the road though, and I'm hoping to get some advice on here. Like, if I want to fit a 5-speed box, does it need to be a Type 9 (like the one that's in my Cortina), or is there a better solution? I was really interested to read the thread on rear window rubbers - I too have a leaky rear window! :D..... :/ ...and now I know what to do! I've also joined in the hope of actually meeting some other Ford nuts in my local(ish) area. It would be great to meet up for a drink and a chat sometimes, not just at the shows. The winter is so boring... So please talk to me - I'm a bit mad but quite nice. Lizzy 1
PaulMags Posted December 27, 2014 Report Posted December 27, 2014 Welcome to they site.don't worry we're all a bit mad on here.lol 1
Admin Vista Posted December 27, 2014 Admin Report Posted December 27, 2014 Welcome to OSF Yes, the Type 9 is also the easiest 5 speed gearbox to fit in a mk 1 Escort. If you do a search in the Technical rooms or "How to" room, there should be more information on it 1
matt 74 Posted December 27, 2014 Report Posted December 27, 2014 Hi welcome to the osf good bunch on here ! Only in tring so might see you floating around:-) 1
srrs72 Posted December 27, 2014 Report Posted December 27, 2014 hi and welcome u r only up the road I live in Chesham also have mark1 escort 1
Lizzy Posted December 27, 2014 Author Report Posted December 27, 2014 Wow 9 replies - how exciting! Really pleased to hear there are at least 3 of you who live near me - happy days!
irishtorag Posted December 28, 2014 Report Posted December 28, 2014 welcome lizzy im a long way away but still as mad as the rest of ye all kenny 1
Lizzy Posted January 5, 2015 Author Report Posted January 5, 2015 Thank you all for your warm greetings! It's just what you need this time of year Am looking forward you meeting some of you in person. In the meantime I have my new Escort for company - she's taking shape.....! 1
khanlad Posted January 14, 2015 Report Posted January 14, 2015 Hi, just down the road in kings langley
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