Front brakes

On the front I am using the standard Ford Cortina TC/TD brake setup. The calipers got a light freshen up but were already in great condition from a recent rebuild. A coat of VHT satin black caliper paint and they look as good as new. Whilst I was at it I gave the hubs...
Lightweight flywheel

Lightweight flywheel

After much reading of the benefits of a lightened flywheel I took the plunge and ordered a 4.5kg 4140 forged chromoly steel flywheel from the US. I did a lot of research on the different brands out there as I was concerned about a shattering flywheel taking my ankles...
Fuel pump – Bosch 070

Fuel pump – Bosch 070

Whilst trawling through eBay I came across a chap selling a Bosch 070 (0580464070 – Holden Commodore VL) fuel pump. Apparently these pumps are good to flow around 280 to 300hp. Not quite sure I will need that much power but it would be nice. To be honest I didnt...

Escort mkII rear disc brake conversion pt.1

I always wanted 4 wheel discs brakes so I decided to convert the Ford Escort mkII drum brake rear end to discs using Nissan Skyline R31 calipers and Audi 90 (DBA445) solid discs.  I got hold of a set of laser cut brackets which allowed the calipers to bolt straight on...

Fuel tank

The fuel tank I chose to go with was an all alloy tank made by Alecam Motorsports. They are the Queensland distributor of Arrow Sportscars. They make a great quality and great fitting fuel tank. The tank is internally baffled and has a small surge tank that hangs out...

VicRoads – Club Permit Information

VSB 14 Version 2 Released “The National Code of Practice for Light Vehicle Construction and Modification (VSB 14) has been prepared by members of the Australian Motor Vehicle Certification Board Working Party in consultation with industry, user groups, government...