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Old 13-10-2013, 08:55 AM   #1
Ianramsey
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Default Escort mk2 1.6 struts to 2.0 struts

Hi guys this is my first post
Ive bought a 1980 1.6 mk2 escort panel van which has got rego but 1 of the struts needs replacing.
Ive been given a pair of struts with springs fitted off a mk2 2.0 escort.
Would these fit straight on for a cheap fix or is there more work involved?
Thanks
Ian

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Old 13-10-2013, 05:55 PM   #2
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Default Re: Escort mk2 1.6 struts to 2.0 struts

Bolt in, jest check size of top mount. 2.0 springs will be stronger to compensate for heavier engine so front may sit a little higher
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Old 14-10-2013, 10:19 PM   #3
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Default Re: Escort mk2 1.6 struts to 2.0 struts

Thanks i thought it may sit slightly higher.
If i wanted to lower it could i put 2.0 lowering springs on? Im thinking i would need very low springs to make a difference.
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Old 16-10-2013, 11:26 PM   #4
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Default Re: Escort mk2 1.6 struts to 2.0 struts

Lower springs will do the trick
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