Description
This 1973 Mk2 was restored and upgraded to Group 2 standing for rally and track use. The preparation was conducted by Greece’s foremost Tsagaras Motorsports in 2018 and entailed fitting a Pinto derived 2. 0lt engine, cylinder ported to stage 3 with performance cams, forged rods and pistons and Weber 48 carburetted to 21% power to weight ratio. Power is delivered via a Ford Rocket 4 speed and tri disc LSD to the 13inch rear wheels. Lap times are assisted via Bistein adjustable shocks, single leaf rear suspension and 2. 4 quick ratio steering rack rendering a notable HIST/ 3 racing history.
Specifications
Year: 1973
Make: Ford
Model: Escort RS2000
MK: II
Chassis number: GCATMT29004
Engine casting number: 70HM6015B-A
Engine type: Pinto, 1993 cc, in line 4-cylinder, DOHC, Weber 48 DCO SP carbureted, 197 bhp at 7600 rpm, 199 Nm at 6100 rpm
Transmission model and type: Ford Rocket, 4-speed, manual
Exterior color, code: yellow
Weight: 940 Kg
Power to weight: 21%, 209 bhp per ton
Category: Hist/ 3
Group: 2
Registration: Greek passenger vehicle permit, issued 1973
Certificates:
Federation Internationale des Automobiles Registration Certificate, issued 2018
Hellenic Motorsport Federation Racing Car Certificate, issued 2018
Hellenic Motorsport Federation Technical Passport – Logbook, issued 2018
Upgrades
Body:
- Welded, reinforced
- Roll cage by Tsagaras Mototrsport, 6-point
- Fiberglass wheel arch extensions
- Safety windshield with polycarbonate side and rear glass
Interior:
- Cabin trim but dash and door panels removed
- Driver seat, Sparco Sprint V, Homologation CS 180 06 FIA 8855-1999 with TRS 6-point harness, Homologation D107. T/ 98
Electrics:
- Toggle switch board with master kill switch
Fire extinguisher system:
- Sparco rally spec., FIA-approved, main plus auxiliary can
Engine:
- Forged con rods and pistons
- Cylinder head ported, stage 3
- Performance camshafts with adjustable cam wheels, CAT CAMS N. V.
- Dual valve springs
- Racing inlet manifold, Burton Power
- Handmade free flow exhaust
- Racing ignition coil, NGK/ Burton Power
- Alloy radiator
- Automotive Racing Products (ARP) studs and bolts
- Fuel pressure regulator, Malpassi
- Fuel pump, Facet Red Top
- Alloy oil catcher
Transmission:
- 6-plate reinforced clutch
Drivetrain:
- LSD, Tri Disc, 35 to 45%, English 7K19 – T23 cased
Suspension:
- Bilstein height adjustable all around
- Single leaf spring rear
Steering:
- 2. 4 quick ratio, overhauled
Brakes:
- Dual separate front and rear circuits, Wilwood 0. 625 and 0. 7
- RS2000 spec., original Ford, F: 2-pot calipers with ventilated discs, R: drums
- Racing high pressure brake lines
- Hydraulic F/ R brake bias, hand-adjustable, Wilwood and Girling 625
Wheels:
- Revolution 13 inch set, F/ R, 8/ 9
Racing history
Rally Sprint Achladokampos, Greece, June 2018
Rally Sprint Omalos Greece, Sept. 2018
Rally Sprint Pititsa, Greece, Nov. 2018
Rally Sprint Megara, Greece, Mar. 2019
Rally Sprint Megara, Greece, May 2019
Rally Sprint Megara, Greece, Dec. 2019
Rally Sprint Megara, Greece, Oct. 2020
Rally Sprint Portaria, Greece, Sept. 2021
Rally Sprint Pititsa, Greece, Nov. 2021
