Mick Posted July 1, 2013 Share Posted July 1, 2013 Hi all, just wanted to share my 1989 1.6 efi Mk4 Cabby Project which I hope to have on the road before xmas. She has a pretty solid shell to start with although not without her problems. Firstly, she has rust patches on both rear arches, the N/S being holed so I think 2 new panels for piece of mind. Next, both outer sill trims are rotten underneath the trim rubber so replacements required. The paint as with all classic reds, is badly faded and sun bleached so car will undergo a full respray. To be sprayed in red base coat with lacquered finish to restore shine. Current wheels non standard although will be refurbed and sprayed in panther black and lacquered to modernise the retro styling. Later hoping to fit rs7 softlines or similar. The hood is horrific and will be replaced. Mechanically the car is pretty sound. With a boost started 1st turn of the key having not ran in nearly 2yrs. Will renew cam belt and noisy vee belt, re adjust valve clearances and carry out service. Brakes currently being overhauled and removing rust and protecting all braking and suspension components. Will probably renew exhaust system for something a wee bit more stylish than stock (any suggestions would be appreciated), and hope to fully underseal car before mot. Aiming for October so I can enjoy her before the dreaded snow and ice hits sunny Scotland! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest escott1973i Posted July 1, 2013 Share Posted July 1, 2013 Hi and welcome nice to see a fellow pink cabby driver like me lol hope to see some pics of the resto m8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted July 1, 2013 Author Share Posted July 1, 2013 Lol my daughter insists the car is pink! Sure already had the interior out and never had the insight to take pics as of now though everyhing gets a quick snap lol! Have u restored yours? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RScab Posted July 1, 2013 Share Posted July 1, 2013 Welcome to the Club m8 No valve adjustment on the 1.6 EFI - tappets are Hydraulic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest escott1973i Posted July 3, 2013 Share Posted July 3, 2013 Nah I aint got round to the body work most the mech stuff is done my missus wants a Mk4 escort so got her a bonus the her dads doin to a torbo lookalike so i got pushed out lol:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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