2nd Chance

Has anyone out there had anything to do with the ford ecoboost engines?

I'm curious to find out how one would go in a mk2 cortina. I was thinking of going for the 1600 version. Any advice would be great, or any thoughts (clearances, gear box patterns, sump pans etc). Current cortina status is a blank canvas as I'm just finishing the body work for painting

Thanks in advance

Universal outlet hoses available from most plumbing merchants, just fit them with a good ring clamp.

You will still need to run a vent from your crank case, just blocking it off can create issues with pressure inside the block forcing oil back into the engine. There is a good write up in burtonpower.coms tunning guides that may be a good read. Separating it out from your intake manifold is good though as it will stop any contamination of the air fuel mix with oil particles. This isn't really too bigger issue with road spec'd engines though.

If it was me, I'd buy any alloy take off plug for the block and run a neat hose up the fire wall, then fit a k&n breather filter to the end of it.

It's been a while but I'm pretty sure side drafts have non exsistant/erratic vacume signals which means changing over your dizzy for a mechanical version.

Search k&n if you're looking new school, or try through a carb specialist if you want a more period correct item. Think they called them pancake filters back then. Make sure it's got a minimum rating of 600cfm

Hey all, need some advice from people who really know their xflows.

I'm wanting to build a fast road spec xflow from a ford 681f. The build is budgetly restrained due to a large renno and young family. Hence I want to make sure my theory is right before I commit and spend money.

First off I'm sticking with the original bore. It's fine as it is and I plan on passing the car on in years to come, so I won't bore unless I have to. The engine has a weber 32/36 dvag which is also staying. I'm intending to install a kent 234 cam and adjustable cam timing gear. I'm also planning on 41.3mm inlet valves, 33.7 exhaust valves with unleaded seats, and an electronic dizzy kit with uprated coil. All this with a bit of polish and maybe a small bit porting. Also have a free flow exhaust fitted. I'll fit new leads and plugs as well.

Am I on the right track with this set up? And is there anything else I should consider?

Thanks in advance

Ahh nuts, it says RVI. Oh well, guess the points stay for now.

Awesome, thanks guys. Yep it runs from the coil so all good.

Hey guys,

Just got my hands on an old smiths tacho for my mk2 cortina. Thing is I'm planning of changing out the points for an electronic unit, maybe an optic switch. Anyone able to tell me if the tacho will still read (accurately) if I go down this route? Also what brand should I go for/ stay away from?

Thanks

That air filter will fit sweet - running one on the od boys mk1 escort

www.105speed.com

Anglia parts and classic dress up parts

www.burtonpower.co.uk

English ford parts - pricey

To swap a gen for an alternator is straight forward, just need to get the right orientation fan. ( should be clockwise when looking from the front) Mounting is straight forward, but you may have to space the pulley forward to line up correctly. Plugs should go on fine - make sure your car is neg earth! You will need to bypass the regulator on the inner left guard. I can't remember which wire does what - search features at classicfordmag.co.uk, there's a how to guide in PDF for downloading. Also Burton stock a dynamator for a period look (alternator that looks like a dyno) not cheap though.

Good luck, let me know if you need and advice

Name: Mark

Location: Nelson

Cars: '69 Mk2 Cortina

Mods: Free flow exhaust, 4 on the floor, escort brake master cylinder... And shit load more to come when I can find the time.

How you found out: research on the net

Anything else: If you can stand over the engine and see both feet, it's a classic!

Cheers guys, might just stick with what I know for now

I'm a little old school and still think the rotwellier alarm is still the best on the market. As well as being loud and a great visual deterant, they can also come with a tracker/ mauler function. Just no good with leather upholstry.

Seriously though, I just use a $5 light, a steering lock and take the coil lead in my pocket. It's worked so far.

Hey guys,

I'm after your thoughts/ advice on putting a mondeo v6 into a mk2 cortina. Doing the fabrication isn't the issue, I just know F all about this v6's tuning potential. I've heard rumors that they're not that good. Any help would be great.