Mk1 Escort RS 2000 Re Assembly Episode 27 Dash Switch Refurb & More

[@philtucker1224]

Craig, when you’ve put so much love into a build as you have with this one, that love becomes very contagious. The love and respect you are experiencing from (all) of your very good friends that have contributed bits to this build just shows how many good people are out there, and how much we ALL really respect your beautiful work. Live long and prosper buddy! 🖖

[@performanceclassics1986]

Thanks Phil. I’m really shocked at just how many great people there are out there that have commented, provided parts and been very supportive. Really drives you to carry on and succeed. Its been a real eye opener for me. Thanks very much for the great comment Phil 👍

[@Mick-sl3nv]

Hey Craig, new subscriber just found your channel, what can I say other than you are a superstar mate, I’m an expat in Oz trying to get the motivation back to get my 2 mk1’s restomodded and back on the road. Your channel and your awesome work has been an inspiration and how you and your other followers tackle the awkward problems in part availability and the fabrication of solutions is great, a true testimony to the love of these cars and keeping them alive. Keep up this awesome work and channel mate, truly inspirational for muppets like me who can only dream of doing a build like you. Respect….. Mick 👍🏻

[@performanceclassics1986]

Thanks very much Mick. Really hope the videos do help motivationally. That was my no1 reason for starting the videos in the first place. Hope you manage to get your restoration underway and if i can help in any way, just let me know. Cheers Mick 👍

[@Mick-sl3nv]

@@performanceclassics1986 you are a true star mate, have learned soooo much from your vids already, thanks again for your time, honesty and inspiration Craig 👍🏻

[@performanceclassics1986]

@@Mick-sl3nv No probs Mick 👍

[@RS20O0]

Looks so good Craig, really appreciate your efforts. Don't need the Haynes manual anymore, just need to refer back to your channel!

[@performanceclassics1986]

Cheers Steve. Appreciate that. Pleased videos help

[@timobluetreemodels352]

Hi buddy, I don’t have the switch light but if you get stuck send me a few pics and some measurements and I will happily 3d print one for you and install a bulb. Top video as ever, she is looking stunning!

[@performanceclassics1986]

Thank you very much for the very kind offer. I will certainly keep that in mind. Much appreciated. Very clever stuff is 3D printing 😎

[@timobluetreemodels352]

@@performanceclassics1986 it’s great for those annoying things that just don’t seem to exist! Haha. Anytime.

[@performanceclassics1986]

@@timobluetreemodels352 really do appreciate the offer 👍

[@christopherlawrence8270]

So much work hope it all goes well mine was blue on blue best car I have had , I have had lots off fast fords

[@performanceclassics1986]

Thanks Christopher. They certainly are very fun and desirable cars. I bet nobody knew back in the 70’s and 80’s just how big they would be 40 + years later

[@billywhizz98]

It’s looking better as time goes by with ever little job getting done and the 3 / 4 minutes is well worth the time and effort

[@performanceclassics1986]

Thanks William. I’m a firm believer in taking your time and not cutting corners 👍

[@billywhizz98]

That’s what I like sometimes it’s not practical but I always to try and keep things as original as possible

[@christopherlawrence8270]

Twin fan switch not on my mk1 RS 2000 just had thermostatic switch in the rad left hand side but I did put a switch in for that as a extra got it new straight from Ford had lots off problems with the rad

[@performanceclassics1986]

Not sure mine should have twin speed but ive fitted it anyways 😎

[@tomthompson7400]

It really is getting there . But its always that last wee bit that gets ya. If your cutting plugs etc you can stagger the lengths of the cut too , so all the joins are not in one place , saves you getting a big bulge if you fabric wrap the new loom , and its an even extra precaution against rubbing through or breaking as all the stiffer bits are not in one place .

[@performanceclassics1986]

I have actually staggered them in the past when I’ve had multiple joins and your absolutely right, it makes for a nice neat job. The most I had here was 4 cores so it wasn’t too bad. Didn’t have great lengths to work with either. I think a soldered joint is as good as it gets. Much prefer it to crimps. Thanks Tom.

[@tomthompson7400]

@@performanceclassics1986 believe it or not .. but they don't solder anything on aircraft .. it's all crimped ... I'm with you though .. I like solder

[@performanceclassics1986]

@@tomthompson7400 That’s strange. I would have thought they would want the best joint possible for aircraft. A properly soldered joint will break the cable elsewhere if tension is applied. Soldered joints are just so strong.

[@tomthompson7400]

@@performanceclassics1986 it's to do with wicking leaving a brittle part on the cable .. or so I'm told ..

[@performanceclassics1986]

@@tomthompson7400 very Interesting. The debate continues between solder and crimps 🤔. My vote will always be solder 😎

[@barryford7135]

Craig, surely no one is more picky than you? Top work again. 👍

[@performanceclassics1986]

🤣 Thanks Barry. He is certainly at least as picky as me if not more 🤣

[@davyarthurs]

He’s even got a special ‘F’ pen for writing ‘F’s. Love it. Talk about attention to detail as always 🤣

[@performanceclassics1986]

🤣 🤣🤣 Thanks Davy 👍

[@BradBW-]

Great video Craig 👌🏻😄 escort is looking the dogs now 👀 I’ve learnt with my mini and other classic cars that new parts never quite fit so We just have modify them to make em fit haha 😂

[@performanceclassics1986]

Absolutely right 👍 We shouldn’t have to but that’s the sorry state of parts quality these days. No quality control anymore unfortunately.

[@marty3469]

Looking like the original press photos now mate, except in reality 👍

[@performanceclassics1986]

Great to hear Marty. I’m trying to keep as much originality as I can because i generally go too far with mods but that was never the plan for this car 👍

[@bobsteer5997]

Hi,can I ash where did you get your dashboard trim from

[@performanceclassics1986]

Hello Bob do you mean the carbon fibre trim?? I bought the genuine carbon fibre material and cut & Shaped it to the original trim dimensions. The dash top came from GS Escorts and is a new reproduction item that fits really well.

[@jayjay1232344]

Hi, I've took my hazard switch out to change the casing but it it all fell apart. Do you have any pictures or video on the inside of it. I put it back together and the hazard stays on and only have left indicator that works

[@seanoconnor5737]

She's looking good, Getting closer to the fire her up video:-)

[@performanceclassics1986]

Cheers Sean. Yeah it sure is. Thats the next big step in progress 😎

[@tonyaylott4114]

Great job Craig as always 👍👍

[@performanceclassics1986]

Thanks Tony 👍

[@m0ogy]

Thanks for the video Mate......Dave

[@performanceclassics1986]

No problem at all 👍

[@brett9951]

Another cracking episode and I agree there is a lot of good people out there but there is a few knobs about

[@performanceclassics1986]

Thanks Brett 👍 There certainly are a few.

[@nicolasrooney7283]

Hey dude awesome looking car can I ask what colour that is please suits the car well

[@performanceclassics1986]

Thanks Nicolas, yeah no problem it’s Sebring Red which is an original colour. Although it’s called Red it looks very orange.

[@JoseMartins-wn2mg]

👍👏

[@craigorford9932]

Ayy up craig,The Escort is going to be a right stunner,if I see you at a show will have a drink with you.😍😍😍😍😍it’s the dogs b’s

[@performanceclassics1986]

That would be great Craig. I will be right up for that 👍

[@stuartsimcox3552]

Looking awesome 👏

[@performanceclassics1986]

Thanks Stuart 👍

[@carlomahony3016]

well done again Craig always love the videos

[@performanceclassics1986]

Thanks Carl 👍. I was thinking this one would be really boring after the last one

[@stuartjamieson2427]

Good job Mt really enjoy your videos and look forward to the next ones... Great job 👍👌

[@performanceclassics1986]

Thanks Stuart. Really pleased they are enjoyable to watch 👍

[@stuartjamieson2427]

@@performanceclassics1986 yep keep em coming lovely car. Be nice with lsd and straight box. Get that lively wine. But yep stunning

[@johnmorrison27]

Brilliant content as always 👍

[@performanceclassics1986]

Thanks very much John 👍

[@timwhalan6417]

👍🏻🍺👏

[@WilfHook22]

Am getting sicker with envy with every video 😉

[@performanceclassics1986]

🤣🤣 Cheers Dave