browndog Posted June 14, 2014 Share Posted June 14, 2014 //oldschool.co.nz/index.php?/topic/43966-brown-dogs-1980-escort-van/ discussify Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mof Posted June 14, 2014 Share Posted June 14, 2014 Looks Mint!Think they look better without side windows anywaysJust remember it gets pretty dark in the back withoutCould you get a photo of where/how the radiator is mounted coz mine is so close to the engine the top hose rubs on the cam coverEdit: and you got extractors! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
browndog Posted June 14, 2014 Author Share Posted June 14, 2014 The front pair of side windows have been blacked out on mine, painted inside I think. The rears have preforated black vinyl on them, so very dark too. I could live with zero light getting in there I think. Here ya go! Basically the whole original panel that the 1300 rad attached to has been cut away, and the 2.0 rad bolts flush up to the front panel. Pics probably explain that better.......... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Posted June 14, 2014 Share Posted June 14, 2014 Phwoooooorrrrrr!!!! I love and covet it!!!!! Cibie's RS wheels and bubble arches, nice set of recaro's and a panelled in rear and we are talking serious car porn!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mk2marty Posted June 14, 2014 Share Posted June 14, 2014 Bubble arches would probably look quite good given that it already has a semi Alan Mann red-over-gold paintjob. And +1 for big Super Oscars, with white covers. Awesome. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Posted June 14, 2014 Share Posted June 14, 2014 Nah they look way better without side windows! Your rad sounds like its mounted on the original plate, it needs to be cut back flush and the rad mounted on the front panel. See how Conrads sits tight to the front panel, that's how yours should fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
browndog Posted June 14, 2014 Author Share Posted June 14, 2014 Phwoooooorrrrrr!!!! I love and covet it!!!!! Cibie's RS wheels and bubble arches, nice set of recaro's and a panelled in rear and we are talking serious car porn!!! find me a pair of black fishnet Recaro's!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ESKIN8R Posted June 14, 2014 Share Posted June 14, 2014 Thats mean bro, where are you based? Need to get my van out and brush the dust off! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Posted June 15, 2014 Share Posted June 15, 2014 No Worries brother, Will do! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmxnz11 Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 Love it, definitely keen on getting rid of the windows. I was lucky enough to have a spare van without windows and have cut the sides out ready to weld in and replace my windows. Will be jumping on the band wagon for vans and put my build up tonight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
browndog Posted June 16, 2014 Author Share Posted June 16, 2014 Thats mean bro, where are you based? Need to get my van out and brush the dust off! Auckland, sounds like we might be able to start a "Mk2 Escort Van Owners Sub-section of OS":) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
browndog Posted June 16, 2014 Author Share Posted June 16, 2014 Love it, definitely keen on getting rid of the windows. I was lucky enough to have a spare van without windows and have cut the sides out ready to weld in and replace my windows. Will be jumping on the band wagon for vans and put my build up tonight look forward to seeing it. Where do you plan to cut/weld the sides? I am thinking I might make the filler panels with a "joggled" step on the edge, cut the piece in between the windows out so it is like one big window hole, and glue the panel in with 3M panel bond (the stuff they glue new car panels on with) Should require minimum filler, and no distortion. Apparently stronger than spot welds if done correctly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-W-G Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 find me a pair of black fishnet Recaro's!!!! I have a set of fishnets here... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 Mmm I'm in the process of buying half an Escort van can I join Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
browndog Posted June 16, 2014 Author Share Posted June 16, 2014 I have a set of fishnets here... can you pm me me details and price please? cheers Mmm I'm in the process of buying half an Escort van can I join sorry, read the club rules and constitution - full membership will only be granted to owners of COMPLETE vehicles in roadworthy condition. No crashed vehicles, trailers, or Vauxhall Viva's in drag will be accepted Forget about that dirty old Mustang and buy this instead, full membership to "the club" will be automatically granted http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=740757848 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mof Posted June 17, 2014 Share Posted June 17, 2014 Roadworthy condition? Bd you're the only member then lol 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
browndog Posted June 17, 2014 Author Share Posted June 17, 2014 Roadworthy condition? Bd you're the only member then lol Hmmm, I better put in a remit at the next AGM!............................. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaneo Posted June 17, 2014 Share Posted June 17, 2014 My mate used to own this van about 4 years ago 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmxnz11 Posted June 17, 2014 Share Posted June 17, 2014 look forward to seeing it. Where do you plan to cut/weld the sides? I am thinking I might make the filler panels with a "joggled" step on the edge, cut the piece in between the windows out so it is like one big window hole, and glue the panel in with 3M panel bond (the stuff they glue new car panels on with) Should require minimum filler, and no distortion. Apparently stronger than spot welds if done correctly Plan on welding the entire rectangle side in around where it recesses into the van. This being the strongest part fingers crossed. Will just take my time and use the wet cloth stuff to reduce distortion etc. Have already cut the sides out along these lines Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
browndog Posted June 17, 2014 Author Share Posted June 17, 2014 My mate used to own this van about 4 years ago Jackson?? Plan on welding the entire rectangle side in around where it recesses into the van. This being the strongest part fingers crossed. Will just take my time and use the wet cloth stuff to reduce distortion etc. Have already cut the sides out along these lines post some pics, I am interested to see how that goes. I have to panel in some side windows on a Transit van in a similar way too. Conrad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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