MY NEW ESCORT COSWORTH KEEPS OVERHEATING

[@ramalama9650]

I can't get over how professional your videos have become. You've done away with that irritating background music and gone straight in with close ups of the work being done. Detailed filming showing your work, good points, mistakes, things to look out for. These videos are good ... VERY good!

[@ahillvfr]

Before you pull the head off I would check the water jacket parts of the inlet manifold, I used to be a technician @ Ford in the late eighties/early nineties and had quite a few vehicles where the antifreeze had solidified from having too strong a mix and blocked the chambers to the cylinder head from the inlet manifold causing the same sort of fault.

[@mk3escort84]

Well done mate on the diagnosis. Love watching your work. All the proper checks. Loads of patience . So happy for you finding the issue keep up the good work

[@SecretOfMonkeyIsland784]

I dont know squat about fixing stuff on cars, but i like Cosworths so this helps me learn a little bit and enjoy seeing a project come together as well

[@tedted5767]

Love the passion you have for these cars. Such a good feeling when you have found fault.

[@Adam151082]

Thanks Ted

[@markcozzie]

Adam have you seen in the comments someone impersonating you asking them to DM?,just wanted make sure you aware of this??

[@jamesbrannan7449]

Just goes to show always check the smallest simplest stuff before going to the bigger parts, you do more work but can save so much money, great solve 👍

[@Adam151082]

Thanks James

[@davidhaygarth648]

Great news ! I would have never suspected that. Saved yourself a fortune.

[@krusher74]

its never just that, if that had enough gunk in it to be blocked there is plenty of crap in the rest of the system. it needs a full clean/flush. Use somthing like holts rad flush. The cooling section of the turbo will be partially blocked, you dont want to kill the turbo next.

[@andyspinks9996]

Good point. Got to be coming from somewhere

[@theshrew69]

That's a great find not many people would've even looked at that.

[@JohnJones-wo1bc]

Love that car. They were all the rage when I was about 15, and they still look super cool to me! You're a lucky guy to have it!

[@deejayjay4066]

The cutting out issue…..I heard of similar on I believe a Sierra XR4i. Someone had plugged a relay intended for heated rear window into the fuel pump relay position. Hence after so many minutes the car would cut out as the relay timed out. Worth a check if not done already. Thanks for the videos 👍👍

[@edwardboyle808]

Adam love the videos interesting informative and definitely fun - reading through the comments posted “try this-do that” stick to the way your doing it with the fault finding, you’ll feel a lot better in your self knowing you’ve done it and solved it yourself… bonus you’ll get to know your baby even more so - you’ll crack it 🔧👍

[@rexim3530]

For the cutting out issue. Open the fuse box and feel for hot relays, most likely fuel pump and then check fuel pump for issues/blockages. Keep up the great work!

[@markcozzie]

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[@Taz6688]

Fuel pump relays on Fords were a problem, looking fine, but opening it up you could see the broken trace and burnt board, having said that I'll bet almost every electrical connection will be corroded to some extent, electrical contact cleaner and checking for broken wires,

[@elliotdavis4641]

Well done mate, hopefully this will sort it. This series is going to be amazing love Escort Cosworth

[@markcozzie]

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[@TheVeiledSecret]

Hello Adam From what you describe as the car driving for a very short time ie 5mins and simply cutring out i had the exact same problem on an Escort Cosworth i used to own. I was diagnosed as the Crank Postion Sensor and this was replaced to which the problem was immediately rectified .. the air intake sensor was also replaced as well as a minor precaution. Hope you get it sorted soon and resolve the issue 👍

[@shaunwilson-seabrook]

Definitely speak to Paul , I’m sure he’d be happy to pass on some advice to help . You could still do the work just be nice to know exactly what the issues are . Great videos . 👍🏻👌🏻👏🏻

[@mickmiller9936]

Perseverance always pays off, well done Adam. Plenty professionals could have misdiagnosed that by not having the patience to cover all bases. You’ll have this mint in no time 👌🏻.

[@marklockwood8386]

I only subscribed a few weeks ago I absolutely love your channel not kidding I am 52 and your restoring the cars that we dreamed of in the day its magical

[@zoltankerenyi6614]

Good job mate! Love your videos and love your Cossie. Wish you a lot of happy miles and twisty corners 😁 Cheers from Hungary!

[@adamweston4152]

I had a escort estate mk3 years ago and it would run for a few minutes and cut out and eventually found out that the crankcase breather pipe was blocked and after cleaning it out it solved the issue and ran fine so maybe have a look at yours Adam, I know it's a longshot but worth a look.

[@mickeyflood3808]

Quality vid. Superb find saved yourself a fortune 🤞🏼 can’t wait for the next video

[@seanhammond4527]

Glad you have found it Adam that’s one of the list of the to do list 😊

[@alanmitchell6302]

Worth taking your time and checking the basic things first Great work

[@MaddMattsGarage]

Awesome work Adam, late to the party but was saying to the TV check the turbo lines as they suffer the worst metal electrolysis corrosion ever, first time I saw it in person was my 97 Z32 300zx twin turbo engine rebuilding it. However I dig your passion and feel for it, I am reliving my cosworth/max power days vicariously through your videos. Cheers Mate.

[@johntheman2006]

Brilliant. Good thinking testing every part of the system for yourself and well presented.

[@marcuss1754]

smashing job mate, absolutely smashed it

[@RATADATUAVELHA]

great man! love the work and the almost no-editing videos.

[@TidyRC]

I’m so thrilled for u mate. Ur dream is still intact 👌🏻👍🏻

[@markblacklock588]

Well done Adam your persevering is paying off, one job at a time your getting there

[@jaredwoodward919]

Good work chap, keeping another cossie legend on the road.

[@andrewonmyway8184]

What a great be of investigation. So happy for you you found a cheap fix even though it took time. Great work!

[@bishbashbosh-j6z]

thoroughly well diagnosed, if that's the most you've been into in the engine bay then you're a natural. Engine bay looks well looked after, even coolant reservoir looks new.

[@craigdavies9500]

I love how you aren't afraid to take things apart Adam. Also love your fault finding skills, Keep on with the cracking videos.

[@Adam151082]

Thanks Craig 👍

[@c111prs]

What a guy, what a find , I’ve a new fuel pump loom and relays to fit Adam ,,.so when your ready pal ;) one might help your engine cutting out problems, but even if not ,,still a decent upgrade not just a parts chuck

[@ascno1970]

well done adam, youre definirely a man who tries & succeeds 🙏🙏👏👏

[@TheDickieP]

You absolute legend. I’ve been loving this series. I’m on this series ‘like a Geordie on a cossie’

[@paulriggers1558]

the weak link on escorts of that era were the fuse- boxes, the printed circuit used to burn out around the fuses + relays. i replaced loads in the day, but i wasn't a RS dealer, so didn't do any cossys

[@tbdogfosters]

great diagnostic mate glad you found the problem 👍

[@JonnyMack33]

that's mad how you worked back like that..good detective work! I'm 42 and never done more than change a tyre but i feel getting a car to fix now haha! I've learnt that there should usually be fluids, so try air!

[@darrenrevill8664]

Nice job there. Good to see your doing your homework and not just throwing parts at it. Try a different furl pump relay. My mate had a Sierra with a similar problem. Ended up being that the relay had gone before and he grabbed a spare knocking about. This ended up being a timed heated window relay !

[@stevo5222]

I'd change the crank sensor as already mentioned, not that expensive and was the fault on mine. The fuel filter if blocked can cause the hose to be sucked flat starving the fuel system. That also happened on mine when the car was 2 weeks old!

[@c111prs]

They always ask when was fuel filter last changed before you go on most dynos , again a good call to change this item ,, that might not fix issues but certainly worth doing

[@slinkyboy777]

Mint car Adam looks super clean and nicely diagnosed 👍

[@ade-1772]

nice work and havent seen the end but i would say you have solved the problem

[@blueonblueracingnova]

The best way to check a radiator isn't blocked is to the the car run up to temp and feel the rad all over to make sure there is no cold spots , filling it with water means nothing it could be half blocked and would still flow water from a hose pipe fine . I wouldn't be too worried even if it was the head gasket its a £200 job at most if your doing it your self . at least its hopefully sorted now though and another job ticked off the list

[@Audifans555]

Great diagnosis

[@johnpells5992]

Good job Adam ,great video good luck 👍👍👍

[@LakesLee]

When it stops running, can you hear the fuel pump when you turn the ignition back on? Wiring to the pump and the pump relay are notorious. Also change the fuel filter if it's been sat for so long.

[@mfordy1056]

Good work tracking down the problem. You must be used to the taste of anti freeze by now though……some fittings for your airline next time perhaps. Good luck with the car.

[@andrewswinglehurst8102]

Cracking work on a absolute belter of a car

[@Allenpatch]

Well done and a penny chew for your methodical preserverance👍👍👍

[@stilostan-the1st]

You look soooo happy to be working on the escort Cossie, I would be too if it was my own car, good luck sorting out the coolant system

[@kevinmchale6637]

Well done adam good detective work there pal

[@matthewlock5833]

A rusty banjo bolt would have been my last guess. Top Work.

[@stefmarr]

Love these vids Adam. Great work

[@melwebb8485]

Good diagnosis also you learn about your car as you go along.

[@garagecedric]

I used these kits which detects exhaust in the coolant, with a blue fluid. Worked for me to find a leaking head gasket, less fun that the engine block wasnt flat enough to keep boost in there. Hopefully it works now though:)

[@TezlaByte]

Thank you for the update. I'm thrilled to see such a "huge" problem being solved by so little :D I was cheering inside! :D And thank you for the more "explain it like I'm 5" :D I really like it. A little hard to keep up with your accent some times 😅😅 Greetings from Denmark

[@hongkongstuey]

I'd have never have guessed turbo banjo bolt!!! Great find, fingers crossed it gets simpler now.

[@tracieoliver2307]

Adam check the crankshaft position sensor as these tend to mass up and cause the cutting out issues! I have seen many that do this and there is no ryhme or reason but they run for 5 mins then cut out! then run for 5 mins and cut out! They can and will stop the car starting eventually!

[@MrMikeyc10]

Love little fixes like this. So satisfying when you solve something.

[@CreativeHuckleBerry]

Well done finding that problem, can't wait for the next video 🙂

[@chisharpe3304]

well done for going through all of these items. Old cars are a bastard sometimes. thanks for the update been waiting to know what it was.

[@NathanHiley]

Brilliant video Adam and proper diagnosing 💪🏻

[@Coolbreeze6132]

Nice work mate! Another issue fixed. Looking forward to seeing you take it for a proper run

[@the3doorking293]

SUPERB CONTENT ADAM. Had me in stitches with your comment, "done as much work as a Yummy Mummy from Newcastle" 🤣🤣👍👍👌

[@robsmith7430]

Well done adam that’s a very satisfying video to watch, it will be interesting to see why she’s cutting out

[@revveduprides5125]

Fantastic vid. Makes a lot of sense what you did there. I’ve got the same problem on my 3dr and the bolt was the only thing I didn’t check. I know what I’m doing this weekend and it’s thanks to you. Awesome and look forward to seeing the next update

[@johnmccarthykarting]

Can't beat a fast ford your a clever lad love the Cossie content

[@pauldyer2734]

Great find , all the best on getting her running ! 👍

[@shanewaller2864]

Hi Adam.i never used to run water through my turbo , it would keep the engine cooler ,all I would do is warm the engine up before taking it for a blast and then letting it cool down before switching it off.

[@johnpaulwray4121]

Well done on the fault findeing mate great content again keeo them coming

[@tricksmoke]

Good investigating Adam, for the cutting out issue there is a Guy up your way who has a business called intelligent Auto, he'll sort it .

[@mattyj624]

Great video mate, I had a mk1 golf that use to run for 10 mins then cut out! & after alot going round in circles it was shit in the fuel tank & pick was getting blocked stopping the fuel flowing, so might be worth a look check eh.

[@davebrown7527]

Well done, a lot of people would have had the head off first before realising the banjo bolt was the problem 👍🏻

[@kyrienthomas1728]

Great job mate happy you got it sorted you needed some look on your side

[@ColinP46]

I had a GTi that I got cheap as it kept cutting out. It turned out to be a dodgy fuel pump relay which was just making contact and no more. Car used to run fine but after about 5 mins the vibration caused the contacts inside the relay to fail. It’s a cheap thing to check. Good luck.

[@stevenbutler2030]

Job well done mate keep going forward

[@staffordshirebullterrierli7411]

That red marker on your 13mm spanner is a good idea mate, Ive always used black pvc tape on my 10, 13, 15 and 17mm sockets 😀

[@solemods5991]

Fantastic video. Love the content! 🤜🤛

[@mark2too]

Superb Adam, step by step diagnosis, until you found the issue! Standing disease is a car's worst enemy.

[@mickyhamer1300]

Love the way you worked through the problem....keep going...you will Win!

[@Dalamain]

New to the channel, I really like the way you make the videos feel like we are there with you fixing the problem, nice job mate - subbed!

[@simonnorcliffe5877]

You are so good with cars , a headgasket 😊is a stroll in the park for you to repair 😮😊😊

[@alanchurchill7305]

Brilliant deduction Adam great that everything was accessible,hope it sorts it for you mate ,your working through the problems one by one ,it will soon be on the road, wishing you all the best.

[@Adam151082]

Cheers Alan

[@Iusedtobeasweetboy]

Always look forward to watching your vids mate

[@mrfizeg8661]

Well done chap. It will soon be singing away on the roads.

[@Se7en983]

Good work make can wait to see her running properly

[@leekindell9937]

Nice work finding it. Looking forward to next update

[@dannsmcshane1233]

Cracking video love your enthusiasm

[@alandonnelly9788]

Top man Adam great job that was a great result not having 2 do a head gasket

[@lordsith8319]

doing a great job adam

[@garethgriffiths8605]

Great work Adam , keep it up.just donated not much but hope it helps , cheeRS 👍

[@michaelminard4179]

Well done fella 👏

[@karlreynolds8067]

Brilliant video good result

[@ricksworkshop748]

Have you checked the thermostat? Standing 6 years it can easily be stuck. Test it in boiling water. The turbo pipe would not stop flow through the radiator so i recon when you removed the stat you knocked it enough to free it off. I used to be a Ford RS tech. 🙂

[@Jay-zq3sy]

Some proper fault finding that good job mate

[@lordnibs758]

Top work fella!

[@hutchy1111]

Nice one Adam. Hope the 3 door isn’t getting jealous! We still need some content on the 3 door 👍

[@WhildeAutomotiveLTD]

Nice work on this video love the content keep going buddy 🎉👍🏼

[@manolisconstantinou8789]

Big Paul had sold him this car so he can work on it himself and create content with it . Defeats the object if he gets help from the outsides. Advice is all he might recieve