Restoring my 1993 Tamiya Escort Cosworth RS Turbo to It's former Glory!

[@ShenRC]

wholly crow it came out nice Mark!! Man all those stickers!!!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks a ton, Steve! Yeah, those stickers were a pain in the a$$! Have a great weekend, my friend! 👍

[@AdventureTimeRC]

Nice work Mark I love restoration keep them running their are allot of vehicles they don't make any more we have ro get creative ro repair them have a great weekend my friend

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks, Brent! Yeah, good point my friend, it's good to get creative with these old RC cars, always good to keep them going. Have a lovely weekend too, buddy! 😎👍

[@RcNickster709]

Great work Mark. Your attention to detail is what makes this look so good. I think you have restored the ol girl back to its former Glory and then Some. Full enjoyable watch here

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks my friend! I just had to get this as good as I could, it was a but fiddly but I got there in the end. Cheers for the kind words, hope you have a great weekend, Nick! 😎👍👍

[@DustyFingersRC]

Mark, you always do a good job on your shells and this one is no exception. Looks fantastic.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Cheers, Damian, that's very kind of you. I hope all is well with you, all the best, mate! :-)

[@davidsrcshow]

Fantastic job Mark! Car looks great 👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks David, I really appreciate your comments, have a great weekend! 👍

[@M.A.S.Ked-Crusader]

Lovely restoration mate, in 93 I was drooling to these cars in the rc shop window !!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks, mate! Yeah, I drooled so much over this one, I had to buy it! It cost £200, a lot of money back then. But it's been one of my faves and most run RC's, really got me into the rally cars. Cheers, have a lovely weekend! 👍

[@M.A.S.Ked-Crusader]

@@MarkBryanRC you could have bought a real mk1 escort for £200 back then, not a very good one but it’s mad hey, the escort cossie was such a cool 90s motor, my first car was a mk5 3 door, was gonna try and make a cossie replica, needless to say it never happened Lol

[@stumpycatvm7115]

nice project, i sort of messed up a body, mistakenly backed white shell with dark color, Ug- not a complete loss but duuummmmmbb, that blue is awesome

[@MarkBryanRC]

Cheers! Oh, yes, I've also messed up a few bodies, but we live and learn! Now I always back light colours with silver, seems to work well! All the best! :O)

[@robbrennanrc]

Great piece of work mate. Don't envy you with those decals though, being that thick and so much over-cut. What a pain. But hay you won't notice any of it when it's blasting through the woods on a rally stage. We just need some nice dry weather now. Slater dude.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hell matey! Lovely to read you! Yep, the decals were a nightmare. Glad it's over, but you know I enjoyed the whole process, really! Dry weather? Don't hold your breath, dude!!!! 😎👍

[@3TRCGarage]

Nice job Mark. Finding all the components to restore a 20 year old rc is a testament to Tamiya and it’s impact on our hobby. The end result was perfect👍🏾

[@MarkBryanRC]

It sure is, Paul! In fact, you can still get almost all of the spares for this chassis, if not in the same colours! I got some parts from the new Lancia 037 on the TA02 chassis that bolt right on! Cheers my friend! 😊

[@4cmjohn8]

Your a Master Restorer Mark! Such precision detail and organization in your work! You make old things look like new! Genius! With all that work, I’d be Hesitant to put it on the road myself, lol. Looks fantastic!🏆🎉👏👏🤩

[@MarkBryanRC]

Wow, thanks, Chris! As always you have a way with words, I need you to help me to reply to comments! Glad you like the Escort, it's a British classic! Definitely gonna wince if this one gets damaged on the road! Take care and I'm sending you best wishes for a lovely weekend! :))

[@4cmjohn8]

@@MarkBryanRC aww, thank you. I didn't recognize it as an American car, even though it is a Ford. Hope you're enjoying your weekend. It's cold and foggy over here, you would think it was England, lol.

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@4cmjohn8 All good here, Chris - thanks. Hope the fog clears and you get some sunshine later!

[@peterhootonrc1498]

Fantastic job Mark always loved the rs escort kit looking forward to seeing the wheels turn on the dirt best wishes and take care

[@MarkBryanRC]

Many thanks, Peter! Yeah, this one has really got under my skin, it truly is a great Tamiya. Wishing you a great weekend, mate. :))

[@ThisOldPanda]

Thats beautiful and fair play to you to using it, id end up making that my shelf queen, display box, lights, sat on a track clipping the apex.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Many thanks Anthony! I know what you mean, always tempting to keep them on the shelf, but I just love driving them! Cheers! 😎👍

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hiya matey. Wow you did a top job there. I hadn't thought about the fact that the copied stickers don't have numbers like the Tamiya ones. Looks the business mate. Makes me think that I ought to do something with that TA-01 Cosworth that I have. I've done the same as you a d got the modern Tamiya wheels and Chinese rally blocks. I'm a bit scared to run that original shell I have as it's pristine and people are saying it's worth a bit. It's blue and hasn't got the tiger stripes though. Be good to put modern electronics in that chassis though. Anyway I hope that life is treating you well mate. I'm just settling in for a Friday evening with a couple of beers. The brewery is having 'the 34 beers of Christmas' tomorrow so will be going to that. It used to be the 12 beers but he's expanded it over the years. Not sure if I'll manage all 34! Cheers for now mate 😁

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Pete! Yeah, not having the numbered stickers is a royal pain! Took ages to work it all out. Definitely not a patch on the Tamiya original shell and decals, but I wasn't paying the ridiculous prices to get originals! I keep saying you should do something with that TA01, it's awesome! Get a Kamtec shell and keep the other for a shelfie. That event at the brewery sounds blooming great, have a good try to get all 34 tasted! Have a great weekend, laters, matey!

[@mjsrcs3725]

Once you know how them stickes it's easy to do bud 👌

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@mjsrcs3725 You are right there, mate, after you work it out it's not too bad! 😎👍

[@mjsrcs3725]

Definitely it took me some time having to do it from the online manual was a right headache same as the lights where to as there 3d printed take some work two get them to fit and it done come with lights and no mountain hard where ether 😔

[@gernotrametsteiner405]

❤ very cool

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you! 😎👍

[@barrycheesemore2928]

Wow, you've done a fantastic job of that Escort bodyshell mate, it looks awesome!!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks, Barry! I'm pleased that you approve - it was a lot of work but I'm really happy with the result, can't wait to see it running and hopefully get some good footage of it up close. Cheers!

[@madsrcbuggy]

Wow, good job, Mark! Like I say every time, big respect for your patience putting on those stickers, especially when they need extra manipulating... But it's great with all these aftermarket bits we have available these days, and you get to support local business also, very nice! That pearl whit looks awesome, I might have to invest in one of those! I mostly paint dark schemes, but I got something special planned for next year and I think this might be just right for it... Anyway, have a great weekend there, my friend!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hello, Mads! Well, I think you have more patience than me with those awesome custom paint jobs you do! But thank you all the same! I totally agree, it's great to support our local businesses, who give us so many more options in this hobby. I like the sound of your upcoming project, the pearl white will give it a little sparkle! A great weekend right back at ya, mate! 😎👍

[@ianat5016]

Man I keep looking at my TA01 escort cosworth I need to restore it. You have done a great job 👍😃

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Ian - oh wow, you got one too?!?!? Such a fantastic little Tamiya. Maybe you can get a Kamtec body, or even one from the new Tamiya Escort road car? All the best, my friend. 👍👍👍

[@alexhardwick2855]

Awesome looking escort really like the look and that pearl white gives it a great shine. Thanks for the vid mark 👍, can't wait to see a run vid

[@MarkBryanRC]

Many thanks, Alex! Pearl white is now my goto for any white RC body finish! Definitely gives the car a bit of extra sparkle. I appreciate the great comment, all the best from Mark... :O)

[@stevenwelsh98]

Love this video mark.. watched it many times, you have inspired me to turn my tt02 brz into the cosworth tiger stripe.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Go for it, Steven! Many thanks for the great feedback, much appreciated! I'm sure you'll really enjoy the Cossie project, have fun! 👍

[@Del350K4]

That looks glorious. We're so lucky thatwe can get replacement shells and sticker sets, even if they're not quite perfect replicas of the Tamiya originals!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Del! Thanks, dude! Yeah, totally agree, and as a bonus they are from small UK companies, so we are supporting the local economy, too! I know you are a big fan of Kamtec, too! :O)

[@fencenaoghen3569]

Very nice restoration Mark! Your love for rally cars can be seen through your work, well done. I hope you and the family are well. I wish you a great Sunday. Oh by the way, the beard looks great on you!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks, Alex, you too! My good wishes to you and your family. I hope you are feeling well my friend. I hope your Sunday was a good one and you have a relaxing evening. Hehe, the beard is itchy, but I like the way it keeps my face warm in these cold days. Take care, mon ami! 😎👍

[@RCBirds]

Awesome job, Mark. 👏👏👏 My brother had this car back in the days. So I was personal interseted in watching your video😊

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks very much, Dirk! I'm pleased that you enjoyed the video, it's always more interesting when we have a connection to an RC car, mine goes back a long way with this awesome Tamiya! Best regards to you, bro! 👍

[@TonysRcTechboom]

Wow Mark 😱 as you said its abit expensive but to make it look tip top you have to have the right stuff 👍 carnt believe you had to trim all the clear plastics bits 😲 looks absolutely amazing mate as they always do 👍 glad you got it back to its best 👍 sorry ive missed your other vids ill catch up like I always do 🤭 have a wonderful weekend bro and stay safe and happy 👍😊👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hello, Tony my bro! You never need to apologise to me, matey! Oh man, I really enjoyed doing this one, the stickers were a challenge, but as you know, I love a challenge! Have a smashing weekend too, dude! 😎👍

[@TonysRcTechboom]

@@MarkBryanRC meant to say in the other vid , am liking the beard 👍 hope you've had a great Saturday even though the weather is absolutely Shite and doing my Tits in 😖😬😖

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@TonysRcTechboom Hehe, thanks about the beard, you like it but my wife hates it! I think I look older, but then I am 58!!! Nothing stops the march of time, my friend! Yep, shite weather here too, time to start another build. Take care and have a lovely evening!

[@TonysRcTechboom]

@@MarkBryanRC yeah makes me look older to but I dye it 🤭 , looks ok then 👍 i use just for men beard dye 😅 am 50 on the 9th off Dec so I think I look younger for my age , well definitely in my head am about 20 lol 😆 am just vain 😜 Anna loves my beard 😍

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@TonysRcTechboom Haha, mate! Yeah, I feel 20 in my head too - I wish!!! You sure don't look 50 my friend, doing good for your age! I must look at just for men!!! Haha, maybe Louise will like it then! Best to you, brother! :))

[@coryn1980]

Top work my friend looks amazing 👍👍👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you Coryn, that's very kind of you - have a great weekend! 👍

[@andycpd6669]

That car brings back some good memories ❤️

[@MarkBryanRC]

Same here, my friend, I've had more fun with this one than any other RC over the last 25 years. All the best!

[@andycpd6669]

@@MarkBryanRC would love another one lol all the best to you too

[@hollyhillrc]

Absolutely brilliant Mark. I take my hat off to you mate. That is a job very well done 🙂👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you, Derek! You are too kind, my friend. All the best, Cheers! 😎👍

[@kenfairclough8793]

Fantastic makeover👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you very much, Ken! 🤗

[@chrisscott3039]

Can’t beat a cosworth well done looks great 👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks Chris. always a pleasure, mate, you can't beat a Cossie! 👍

[@scaleworksRC]

Outstanding job, Mark! I know it's a bit of an older video, but man.. that pearl white really sets it off! 👌👍💙

[@MarkBryanRC]

Old like me?!?!?! 🤣 Thanks a bunch! Love that pearl white too! 😎👌👍

[@scaleworksRC]

@@MarkBryanRCOh stop.. we're all kids at heart over here! 😁

[@MarkBryanRC]

Very true my friend! 😁👌👍

[@thecontractor365]

A fine restoration Mark for a very iconic car. I never knew Kamtec did this shell. The only Kamtec shell I ever owned was the Ford Granada one. The quality wasn't great though. In some areas the lexan was really, really thin. In other areas is was more like a typical Tamiya - uniformed thickness throughout. I hope this one was was ok for you. Ultimately though they're a great company for anyone seeking rarer or more abstract shells. Super job as always pal...👍🏻, with a beautiful interior cockpit - essential for me, especially on these rally cars. Very impressive stuff. Look forward to this one running through the summer dust ( or ideally sooner. ) Have a good one...🙂👍🏻.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hiya, dude! Great to read ya! This is a project I've been wanting to do for years, but only just found the needed repro parts, that's why it ended up in a Subaru costume!!! So happy to have "my" beloved Cossie back. This Kamtec shell is pretty good, a decent thickness all round, just the detail at the rear missing due to the pressing process. Tamiya have a 3 part press that not many can copy. Kamtec is worth checking out as they have so many more bodies available than they used to. Glad you approve of my efforts, thank you so much. Have a great one too, mate! 😎👍

[@catcancrunch7260]

That looks like a really well presented car again 👍 as do all your RC collection, well done Mark 👍 thanks for your upload mate 👍🙏

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks Cat! You are too kind, my friend. Wishing you a super weekend! 👍

[@carlkeig5640]

Very impressive mate, pearl looks lovely,and a great job with the decals👌, also the driver and co-driver look very nicely painted,I do like a cozzie or any old ford for that matter 😊🇬🇧

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you so much Carl! You are very kind. Yes, the model does look more complete with the driver cockpit fitted, I spent a while painting that! Got to agree, the old Fords are great looking cars. All the best from Mark... 😀

[@wolfenher6937]

That’s one of the cleanest restoration I’ve seen for your TA-02~ You seriously remind me of #TamiyaLegends and #RCKicks~ Keep up the awesome videos :)

[@MarkBryanRC]

Wow, thanks! It's very nice to be compared to those guys! I love their channels, great content. I'll do my best to keep them coming - cheers from Mark... :O)

[@rccrawlersmid-wales645]

That pearl finish was inspired, and great tip with the gaffa handle! Wish I'd thought of that before I did mine... I really need to sort it out so it doesn't look so basic! 😬 Always enjoy your rally vids Mark, great stuff. 😎👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hiya, Steve - yeah I think I've got a thing for pearl white, I used it to substitute for plain white on the last 3 white RC bodies! It does add that extra depth to the finish, though. You can get several liveries for the Escort from rcdecals.co.uk, it might be worth taking a look. Cheers, mate, have a great weekend. 😎👍

[@markgreenhalgh8344]

Another superb video there Mark. Might try my hand at one of these soon. Looks great mate 👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks a ton, Mark! Oh yeah, definitely worth a go at this body. Take care, have a lovely weekend! 👍

[@UncleBobsRC]

Man brother Mark, that came out great!!!! Awesome job dude!!!!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks a bunch, brother Bob!!! Coming from you, I really appreciate that my friend, hope things are OK at home! 😎👍

[@UncleBobsRC]

@@MarkBryanRC Getting back to "Normal", well at least I'm catching up on YT videos I missed in the last 2 weeks, Lots of watching & commenting to do. LOL

[@MarkBryanRC]

Cheers, mate, but what the hell is "normal" anyway?!?!?! :D

[@UncleBobsRC]

@@MarkBryanRC Beats the Fu@k out of me what normal is. LOL

[@fonswalma3574]

Thats a very good restore mark, i also am a big fan off the ford rally cars to. Good Job again mate👍👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Glad you enjoyed it, my friend Fons! Oh yeah, these rally cars have a special place in my heart, so many good memories of seeing them run in the RAC rally of England all those years ago. Take care, mate! 😎👍

[@paulus842000]

A pleasure to watch, it turned out great 👍❤️

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks so much, you are very kind! All the best from Mark... 😊

[@davidshort952]

Looks awesome great job 👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you so much, David! Cheers!

[@aviano72]

Hi again Mark, i'm catching up on some of your earlier videos :) Awesome job on the decals. It reminds me a bit of your Lancia Delta and Audi Q sticker jobs This was my fav car from the early 90's. I actually have the original decals still around. Mine back then was in a British Racing Green and Quaker State decals.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi again, Are! Great you are catching up on my stuff! This was a fun body to do, except for the thick decals! The Delta was also a great body to do as well as the Quattro. Awesome rally icons! If only I had your decals this would be perfect. I'd love to see that version of yours!

[@gregory9157]

Good painttrick wth the ductape 👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Gregory, glad you liked that little tip - thank you! :)

[@berniedoyoushiptoukthanks1693]

You are the master great job love your work

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you so much, you are too kind! 😀

[@mjsrcs3725]

Absolutely love the cosworth my favorite is Michael piolt livery the motorsport one look similar to the tiger stripe but is not the tiger stripe awesome job pal 👏

[@MarkBryanRC]

Totally agree, the Pilot is an awesome paint scheme! You are lucky to have both the Pilot and the Tiger Stripe! All good. All the best, dude! 😎👍

[@mjsrcs3725]

@@MarkBryanRC the Michael piolt car is the original shell and chassis from 93 like your the tigger is on tt02 chassis with magnet so no body post

[@theoagrc]

Great work Mark. Those Kamtec window masks are awesome. Worth knowing when looking at their bodies. Really liked your tip with the tape on the top of the body. I have an XV-01 to build and I am going to use that 🙌🏻👍🏻

[@MarkBryanRC]

Cheers, Craig! Oh yeah, definitely worth having a look at Kamtec, good stuff there and a lot of repro bodies, I also have the Neo Scorcher to do. The masks are fine, I think I went on about them a bit!!! Hehe, your Lancia shell will be in good hands with that tape on the top! All the best, mate! 😎👍

[@MauzyrockRC]

Beauty re-do! awesome thanks

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks again my friend - glad you like the new Cosworth body!

[@jdpaslRC]

Good job, it looks very nice!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you, JD! Cheers!

[@tm5123]

Restoration turned out great, the Tiger stripe ford sure is a beauty. If I might suggest, a body hole reamer could be a good item to get, makes perfect holes everytime, and doesnt cost more than a tenner if you for a brand like absima etc.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks for the tip, I really appreciate that! Hehe, did you see the mess I made of the rear body holes with a drill? Yes, I will take your advice and get one soon. Definitely worth the money, I think. All the best and thanks again! :O)

[@tm5123]

@@MarkBryanRC yeah I ruined one body with a drill and then got a reamer. Reamers are one of those ”why didnt I use these earler?” items. :)

[@oi3]

very good video ty for show i have this rc body this video help me cut the rear wing

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi and thanks for the nice comment! Glad you found something useful 👍 Best wishes from Mark 👊 👍

[@robertacanning1977]

Top job done it like a pro

[@MarkBryanRC]

Many thanks for the great comment, all the best from Mark. 👍

[@mikeymike3240]

Hi Mark, OCD much, lol who’s gonna see a tiny bit of clear decal on a 25mph rc rally car. Lol 😝. It’s definitely a class body set, and with the decals on it’s just gorgeous, especially when it’s on the car with the driver cockpit in. You’d need the patience of job from the bible, to get those decals correctly positioned. It definitely looks the business. Great video Mark. 😎👍👍👍🇬🇧

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hello, Mikey! Haha, maybe I am OCD!!! But you know me, I couldn't stick those decals on with the lip sticking out!!! Yes, it really is a beaty of a rally car. So glad I got my old fave back again. It was a pain in the a$$, but worth it. All the best, matey! 😎👍

[@Mojoman57]

Enjoyed it. Thanks!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Glad to hear it! Many thanks for watching and leaving a nice comment! :))

[@BasBoyRC]

Back to all it's glory. After market decals are a pain, but Tamiya could make money for these much in demand bodies. I must use that piece of tape on my next lexan body.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Cheers, Mal! I'm so happy to have this beauty back, close to original, it's not as good as the Tamiya body but there was no way I was paying the stupid prices wanted for original parts. Yeah, that tape trick works a treat! 😎

[@richwrag3308]

I'm doing an escort cosworth too at the minute but the martini livery. It's the L and L models repro body. Lacks a little detail compared to the tamiya body and the decals are pretty thick like yours. I'm having to use a hairdryer to get the decals properly in place. Hard work but hopefully it'll look as good as yours when I'm done

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Rich, sounds like a great project you are working on! Yes, I think the original Tamiya bodies are the best but you can't always get the ones you want! Definitely needed a hairdryer to make those decals comply. I'm sure your Martini Cosworth will look awesome, best of luck!

[@darkstorm303]

She's turned out well wish I'd not sold mine years back also did mine in the same white catches the sun well...beautiful car job well done dude . 😎👌🔥🔥🔥

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks dude! Oh no, you sold one of these beauties!?!?!? Luckily, I've kept every one of the Tamiyas I bought. Thanks for the great comment, all the best to you! 👍

[@darkstorm303]

@@MarkBryanRC yes big mistake along with my others and they were all originals had a boomerang a lunchbox a black foot and a toyota celica and a hotshot and a super Sabre and a fox .Have a great weekend dude 😎👌

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@darkstorm303 Oh man! What a great collection of wonderful classic Tamiyas!

[@darkstorm303]

@@MarkBryanRC oh and forgot my kyosho big brute

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@darkstorm303 Wow, super cool - I just got my first ever Kyosho, coming to KZbin soon!

[@NANNIRC]

Nice work! well done. Ciao Nanni

[@MarkBryanRC]

Many thanks, Nanni, that is high praise coming from a master builder like you! All the best from Mark...

[@NANNIRC]

@@MarkBryanRC All the bests to you too. Ciao Nanniw

[@NANNIRC]

Sorry, Nanni

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@NANNIRC 🙂👍

[@NANNIRC]

Thank you for subscr. Appreciate a lot!

[@TamiyaResurrected]

the result is great - have you tried to save the body? I´ve tried it with a Schnitzer BMW... with a result I was happy in the end, but had to overcome many issues... bringing back this old cars is awesome - well done Mark

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks! I must admit I haven't touched the old body. I think it would take more time and effort than I have available! Good to know you had some success! I totally agree, it's a good feeling to restore an old RC to it's former glory! 👌👍

[@madmustangrc214]

Very awsome looks great always wanted one of those escorts shhh Im kinda a Ford guy. The duck tap on the roof I thought you're going for a taxi lol J/K.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Kev - oh yes it's a classy Tamiya, I always wanted the real thing, it was a rocket of a car! Had to settle for a basic Escort, but it sure was a fine car. Don't worry, I won't tell anyone about your Ford addiction! Haha, yeah, it did look like a taxi!!! :D

[@1991CALYPSO]

Very nice!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@matthewstephenson9420]

Looks mint.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks, Matthew!

[@PrismTheory]

Awesome work. I have the same model except I have the mechanical speed controller inside with the heat capacitor (big white block) is this something yours originally came with or did you replace those with more modern ESC items from way back as I can see in your video?

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks very much! Yes the original car I bought is the same as in this video and did come with a mechanical speed controller (MSC). The white block is a resistor that's used to reduce the voltage to the motor. I replaced it with an electronic ESC a few years back as they are linear proportional from 0 to 100% throttle and don't waste current like an MSC. Much better control and better battery life as you probably know. Thanks for the comment and all the best! 😎👍

[@thebandit1974]

I’ve just got a nib one of these. Can’t pluck up the courage to build it.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Oh yes, I saw your photo on FB!! Awesome find, Nick, I'm sure the courage will come soon! Cheers! 🍺😎👍

[@keithsmodelsandrcs6593]

Cossies are awsome was one first bodys i wanted to get for the rc, s i got but was out of stock so ill try get a polycarbonate body shell to do as spare be awsome urs looks great👍 Keith

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Keith, gotta agree there about the Ford Cossies! Love 'em! Silly prices for an original body, but this Kamtec reproduction is definitely worth a look. Take care, mate! :O)

[@keithsmodelsandrcs6593]

@@MarkBryanRC thanks buddy on the advice ill look them up definitly👍👍

[@RCsoandso]

Proper job that 👏

[@MarkBryanRC]

Cheers, mate, this just had to be done, such a classic Tamiya! :))

[@RCsoandso]

@@MarkBryanRC We recently had our hands on one, but we had to sell it on, as we would have killed it, and as you know the originals command big bucks!

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@RCsoandso Wow, so you did have one?!?! Yeah, the prices are insane, that's why I went with aftermarket parts!

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

My Brother... Cracking Resto Mate!! 👏👏👏🍻🍻👍👍 Most of us Banks still get a bit envious over your Country's Escort. WE got your Mk3.... SERIOUSLY choked and detuned!! As fun to drive as a wet Marshmallow! 😖👎👎😵 Whilst you Blokes got Cossie, and other Fire Breathing versions! Thanks for proving that the Aftermarket CAN make a quality Restoration. What you started with though... As we say - Rode hard and Put Away WET!!! 😜😆😂 ATB my dear Friend, and ENJOY your Hot new Avante!! With Wibbly Wobbly, sweet smelling Tyres and ALL!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hello, dude! Glad you approve! Yeah, you guys got the crappy Fords from the UK and we made performance rocketships! All the Cossie Fords are simply awesome, just look at how many races they won! Yep, aftermarket stuff really helps us modellers out and it's good to support these small businesses. Gonna unbox my Avante soon. Cheers! 😎👍

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

Looking forward to the "His and His" Super Avante builds!! 👍👍 ..... the RC Elf has just BLOWN MY MIND.... Guess WHO is getting a $1000 8X8 Tamiya Mercedes Dump Truck!!!??? 🤪 🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯 OMGOMGOMGOMG

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@CarminesRCTipsandTricks Yeah Baby!!! Hehe, the RC Elf already told me about his decision - Rock on brother!!!

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

@@MarkBryanRC That was quite a decision!! 😳 I'm absolutely STUNNED. Like my Globe Liner Semi Truck, I may have to do an actual UNBOXING... I'm certain that almost NOBODY will ever see the inside of one of these boxes !📦 🤯😎 This is going to have to be one of those HIGH detail jobs.

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@CarminesRCTipsandTricks You deserve it, brother, I look forward to that unboxing - ENJOY!!! :D

[@michaelthomas8981]

Nice job that. I have just done an original and the stickers where bad enough with numbers to follow !

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks Michael. OMG, you got an original? That's amazing, I bet it looks fantastic. Are you gonna fun it? Oh yes, those stickers were a nightmare! 👍

[@michaelthomas8981]

@@MarkBryanRC I bought all 3 escorts over the lock down. I have built them but haven’t run them. To scared.

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@michaelthomas8981 OMG - all 3!!! Don't blame you for keeping them safe, too nice to beat up! All the best. 😎👍

[@JF-RC]

Hi Mark, hope you’re keeping well. Wow! You certainly enjoyed that RC Escort rally car, that original body was feeling the pressure of Mark Bryan RC behind the controls!😂😊. That Kamtec body and decals, on camera look very close to the original indeed, and that white pearl, white, silver and black backing, certainly bring out the colour well, great job on that body. Did you not fancy having a go at doing the black window surrounds in black paint? Although you did get nice crisp lines around the windows with those good Kamtec window masks. Those decals certainly look like there took some hours to fit, especially having to trim each one for precise fitting, man you’re a real expert though! That body came out beautifully! 😉😊😉, great restoration my friend, now, you’ve got to be nice to this one😂😆🤣. Nah!! It’s a rally car, it loves to be thrashed ! Great tip making a handle from gaffer tape, I struggle holding the body whilst spraying, so, that’s another tip that I’ve learnt today. Great tutorial and tips. Take care, keep well and all the best to you and the family. 😉😊😉

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hello John, so sorry for the late reply, I have so many comments to answer that I'm struggling to keep up! I always look forward to your messages and truly appreciate them. I'm so happy you approve of my efforts on this body, it was a labour of love! I did however get lazy and opted for the decal surrounds, too much masking for painted window frames. Oh yeah, this rally car will be thrashed just as it deserves, it's had a hard life and that won't change, you know me, John! All the best to you as ever, mate! Take care! 😁

[@JF-RC]

@@MarkBryanRC Hi Mark, nothing to apologise for. I have 170 subscribers, and I am struggling to keep up with those great people that have taken their time to follow me, let alone with the number of great subscribers you have! It’s hard to reply to all individually, I’ve even got to popping onto KZbin to thank you and all my subscribers in my tea and lunch breaks, even sneakily when the wife has fallen asleep on the settee, 😂🤣😂. You enjoy that Ford Escort rally car, you put it through it paces, that’s the MB I know, always look forward to your videos bud. Looking forward to MB vs RB in another head to head soon. Take care, all the best to you all. 😊😉😊

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@JF-RC Thanks for understanding John, I'm like you, fitting in responses when I can, but it takes hours as I'm a very slow typer, wish I could touch-type like my wife! Rob and I will eventually race these rally cars, always a blast with my good mate! Take care my amazing friend, you are a truly nice bloke and I'm glad to have met you!

[@JF-RC]

@@MarkBryanRC Hi Mark, bless you, i too, am glad that I’ve met a great friend in you too. Check your email my friend, I’ve popped a suggestion for a slight advantage over RB in your next head to head ( friendly competition of course 😉 ). Just spark that great friendly Mano et Mano competition 😂🤣😂. You can tell him, later, after you’ve won a few times. 😊😉😊 take care, keep well. 😉😊😉

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@JF-RC Thanks my friend! Oh yes, I must reply to that email, super-duper little tip there! I just need to get some of that oil!! Cheers! 😂

[@RCVHX22]

Totally agree with you for the stickers my friend I would do that too, and then it looks much nicer 👍that warming up on such body is not easy, have already done it 😓😤😬😠 Lol But otherwise you did very well job my friend, i love it,,,, Big big like 👊👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks a ton my good friend Xavier! Yeah, the stickers needed a bit of help to go in the right spots! Your comments are always appreciated, take care and stay well, bro! 👍

[@Georgew67]

hi mark, looks great!! can't wait to seeing run:)those tiger stripe decals looked like a right pain, i honestly don't know how you have the patients for them! i am going to be painting another tamiya quattro body, would you say that applying heat to the decals helps them stick and gives a better finish? all the best my friend and have a nice weekend.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Fire! Thanks a ton, mate! Yep, the decals were a real pain, but I'm so glad I stuck with it and got the job done. Oooh, another Quattro? So nice! Definitely, I needed heat to get my Quattro stickers to sit properly, get the hair dryer out! A great weekend to you too, cheers! 😎👍

[@rcdreamers119]

Nice restoration Mark, turned out really nice 👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you! I really appreciate that. Cheers! :))

[@blockmasterking835]

Hi buddy my farther got this set brand new in the box never been built

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Robert! WOW - brand new in box?!?!?! That will be worth a fortune! :))

[@blockmasterking835]

@@MarkBryanRC my farther got a huge model collector he got loads different set un built not even been open he bought few set from lightfoots model shop from rhyl that shop been closed 7years old man that ran it has passed away last year

[@blockmasterking835]

After Christmas is over we will be listing all our sets off on ebay . We have huge collection of rally cars few tamiya trucks lots sound generator plus loads other rc gear I will message you our ebay name so you can take look just get Christmas over we will be listing we do have some model slipway kits for sale Maggie m fishing trawler and our lass trawler couple welsh life boats plus loads spares radio gear plus more

[@rexrcs]

Whoa…. Im putting decals on my rs today

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Rex, I see your video was uploaded, and now it's gone...

[@rexrcs]

@@MarkBryanRC i was trying to do a live but Frank from nitro freak let me know my audio wasnt working, I’ll have to figure it out, wouldbe been a good live bevause Ive messed up quite a bit haha, these mci decals are not as awesome as tamiya decals

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@rexrcs Sorry to hear that you had to pull it. Oh yeah, nothing comes close to Tamiya decals!

[@mjsrcs3725]

Man I did the same thing but I did not have the instruction book had two get the manual online and match the stickers that way just wish I had cut them like your bud but still looks good though I think you on fb or Instagram I'd love to show you mine ps I sub to bud 🤘😎👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hello! Great that you love the Cossie as much as I do and have done the same thing! I saw your video, it looks awesome with the lights! The manual didn't help that much, like you I had to do the jigsaw puzzle!! Appreciate the sub, bud, all the best from Mark... 😎👍

[@mjsrcs3725]

Oh you see the lights ok cool man ya I know what you mean by puzzle and the lights took some doing to but was worth it once they where done I'm a huge fan of the cossie will be to the day I die love the car ps thanks for taking the time to look at mine really appreciate it thanks pal 👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@mjsrcs3725 Same here, love this car mate! No worries, I'll pop over and give you a sub. Take care, bud! 😎👍

[@mjsrcs3725]

@@MarkBryanRC thanks pal I appreciate that 👍

[@mjsrcs3725]

It's funny as iv whatch a few of your videos but did not realise I was not subscribed till to day 👍