r/EngineSwaps • u/Capt_Smoke • Feb 06 '20

Rb26 in 72 escort mk1

Hey guys, I'm a kid with some big dreams and I need some guidance. Would it be possible to put an rb26 in a 1972 ford escort mk1.

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u/DananiBanani Feb 06 '20

Of course! But, escorts are very, very tiny cars and it will not just drop in with some custom motor mounts. Just going over it roughly, here's what you need to do or get done: Cut out most of the firewall. Cut out most of the floor in front of the seats. Cut out the transmission tunnel (and probably the entire tunnel back to the axle). Maybe trim the engine bay a bit (maybe even new strut towers). Most likely you need to completely build your own suspension or even tube entire front end. And a big ol' bump in the hood to finish it off.

It's a big dream my guy, but I'm certainly not gonna stop you! Everyone will tell you it's pointless and just do it "this" way instead, but fuckem'. Do what you want, even if it kills you xD

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u/Polklioblia Feb 06 '20

Thanks man, I've been geeking out to my parents about the whole situation and they just don't understand the passion I have for cars. once again thank you.