Indholdsfortegnelse for March 2016 i Fast Ford

WELCOME TO THE MARCH ISSUE! “Fiestas, Fiestas, Fiestas... That’s what this issue is all about - if you hadn’t guessed already! That’s because 2016 marks the 40th anniversary of Ford’s favourite hatch. And we couldn’t just let the occasion pass us by without acknowledging the fact. After all, the Fiesta has been at the heart of Ford tuning since it was first released in 1976, and continues to dominate its sector to this day with excellent Mk7 Fiesta ST. And with all the hype about the ‘will they, won’t they?’possibility of Ford building an RS-powered Mk7 Fiesta, the feisty hatchback is still demanding headlines! Whether the big bosses will do the decent thing and sign-off the idea of a ‘Mk7 RS’ remains to be seen (although, sadly, it’s highly unlikely),…

BORN AGAIN After a blown engine sidelined Ben Forsyth’s Fiesta XR2, it was a chance meeting with an old friend that brought the project back to life… Only this time it was even better than before! Word and Photos: Dan Sherwood The relationship between a modified car owner and his trusty steed is often complicated. Much like any relationship, there are always ups and downs to contend with and the joy derived from a suitably adrenaline-fuelled B-road blast can all too easily be replaced by anger, sorrow and sometimes despair if a mechanical gremlin interferes in the proceedings. Similar to a lovers’ tiff, if the issue is a small one, the problem can be overcome relatively easily, allowing the love affair to continue and the love/hate rollercoaster to return to…

MK2 XR2 “With light weight and basic mechanicals, the Mk2XR2is ideal for a big power conversion” TECH SPEC MADE BETWEEN 1984 to 1989 POWER 96bhp @ 6,000rpm TORQUE 98Ib/ft @ 4,000rpm 0-60MPH 9.3 seconds TOP SPEED 109mph ENGINE 1596cc, four cylinder, eight-valve CVH, cast iron block, alloy head, single overhead camshaft, Weber carburettor, Ford electronic ignition TRANSMISSION Front-wheel drive, BC five-speed manual BRAKES 240mm front discs, 178mm rear drums SUSPENSION Gas-filled dampers, uprated springs, five-link beam rear axle with 14mm anti-roll bar WHEELS AND TYRES 6x13in steels, 185/60HR13 tyres, optional alloys INTERIOR Cloth seats, soft-feel steering wheel EXTERIOR Fiesta Mk2 three-door, black front and rear spoilers, side skirts and wheelarch extensions, front driving lamps BUYING A master in the art of corrosion, the Mk2 XR2 is prone to rotting pretty…

MK6 ST150 “Forced induction is popular for the ST, with supercharger kits doubling the power” TECH SPEC MADE BETWEEN 2004 to 2009 POWER 148bhp @ 6,000rpm TORQUE 140lb/ft @ 4,500rpm 0-60MPH 7.9 seconds TOP SPEED 129mph ENGINE 1999cc, four-cylinder, 16V Duratec, variable intake system TRANSMISSION Front-wheel drive, Durashift five-speed manual, short-throw shift BRAKES 258mm front discs, 203mm rear discs, ABS, ESP, optional EBA SUSPENSION Uprated dampers, stiffened and lowered coil springs, revised knuckles, short-ratio steering rack, stiffened rear beam WHEELS AND TYRES 7x17in alloys, 205/40ZR17 tyres INTERIOR Part-leather ST sports front seats, sports gearknob, leather steering wheel EXTERIOR Fiesta Mk6 three-door, colour-coded bodykit comprising front bumper, skirts and roof spoiler. Optional styling (stripe) packs BUYING Tatty cars are common, so shop around. Look for a post-November 2005 model with extra…

TUNING THE MK7 FIESTA ST180 There are loads of performance products available for the Mk7 Fiesta ST from a wide range of tuners, but what would they spend their own cash on? We asked six of the biggest names in the business to tell us how they would spend £500, £1500, and £5000 budgets improving their own Mk7 Fiesta ST… AUTO SPECIALISTS 01375 371449, www.autospecialists.co.uk £500 “The Mk7 Fiesta ST is a great out the box pocket-rocket and we have owned one as a demo car since they were first launched. The first thing we noticed about this car is it has great brakes and an even better chassis as standard. This is why we would recommend a Stage 1 remap and K&N panel filter to…

FULL ALIGNMENT After having a selection of Eibach upgrades fitted last issue, now it’s time for our competition winner to make full use of them with a full geometry setup at SCC Performance… “A good geometry setup is the difference between a good car and an absolute belter” Following on from last issue where the lucky winner of our Eibach competition, Jason Meade, had a set of Pro-Kit lowering springs, adjustable camber arms, and wheel spacers all fitted to his Focus ST Estate, this month we take a look at how SCC Performance set about getting the best possible performance from the recently-installed hardware with a full geometry setup. SCC Performance was founded by Rob Oldman after working for many years in the industry. His aim was to offer the…

READERS CARS Engine swapped, or styled to the max? Send us your modded Blue Ovals! SHIBHON TODD MK5 FIESTA ZETEC S Showing that girls can modify Fords too, Shibhon has really gone to town with her Mk5 Zetec S to ensure it stands out at shows and meets. The Mondeo alloys have been sprayed bright pink with a glitter effect, and there’s no missing the Hello Kitty-style custom interior! But this car is not just about looks. Under the bonnet the Zetec SE has been given a boost thanks to a set of SS4 camshafts, a ported and polished cylinder head, a four-branch exhaust manifold, and a K&N filter. The full rollcage, bucket seats, Luke harnesses, and ST170 brake upgrade show that Shibhon’s not shy when it comes to using…

MASTER OF DISGUISE Mitch Hawksby’s 330bhp Mk2 Focus might look like a well-wrapped RS, but appearances can be incredibly deceiving... Words: Dan Furr Photos: Chris Wallbank I realised that there was something different about this particular Focus the moment that it rolled into my workshop,” recalls Inspired Automotive boss, Mitch Hawksby. The car in question had been taken to his Wakefield detailing firm in order for it to be pampered during a session with a polishing cloth (or two!), and Mitch quickly set about restoring its Frozen White paintwork to a ‘better-than-factory’ finish. “The car was presented to me as a Mk2 RS. As I began to work on it, I noticed that its bodywork was less than pristine, and that its dash was rocking pre-facelift Mk2 clocks. Something didn’t…

FASTEST FIESTAS There have been some cracking versions of the Fiesta over the last 40 years, and here we take a closer look at six of the very best models from the last four decades to bring you up to speed with the latest buying and tuning advice… Words: Dan Williamson What’s your favourite Fiesta? Ford’s front-wheel-drive terrier has been a leader in the small hot hatch class for four decades, during which time it’s gone from featherweight buzzbomb to fully-fledged road rocket. In the beginning was the mildly fancy Mk1 Fiesta 1300S, which spawned the Supersport and laid the path for the XR2 – a funky-looking go-kart fitted with a 1598cc engine boasting a mere 84bhp but meaning lively performance and bags of tuning potential. The Mk2 XR2 followed…

MK3 RS TURBO “The Fiesta CVH block is weak, so you’re better off with a ZVH or full Zetec turbo conversion” TECH SPEC MADE BETWEEN 1990 to 1992 POWER 133bhp @ 5,500rpm TORQUE 135lb/ft @ 2,400rpm 0-60MPH 7.9 seconds TOP SPEED 129mph ENGINE 1596cc, four-cylinder, eight-valve CVH, Ford EEC-IV management, Garrett T02 turbo, intercooler TRANSMISSION Front-wheel drive, B5 five-speed manual BRAKES 240mm front discs, 203mm rear drums, optional ABS SUSPENSION Gas-filled dampers, XR2i front springs, 16mm/20mm anti-roll bars front/rear, unique front wishbones and ball joints, 12mm lower/stiffer rear springs WHEELS AND TYRES 5.5x14in alloys, 185/55VR14 tyres INTERIOR Recaro front seats, leather steering wheel and gearknob EXTERIOR Fiesta Mk3 three-door, body-colour bumpers, wheelarch extensions, skirts, bonnet louvres and tailgate spoiler, black mouldings with green inserts, electric front windows, glass sunroof BUYING…

MK7 ST180 “Start adding a few hardware upgrades, and the ST can really start to punch above its weight” TECH SPEC MADE BETWEEN 2013-on POWER 180bhp @ 5700rpm TORQUE 177lb/ft @ 5000rpm 0-60MPH 6.9 seconds TOP SPEED 137mph ENGINE 1596cc, four-cylinder, 16V EcoBoost, Ti-VCT, Borg-Warner KP39 turbocharger, 52mm throttle body, Bosch management, 55mm exhaust TRANSMISSION Front-wheel drive, Getrag Ford Durashift B6 six-speed manual BRAKES 278mm front discs, 253mm rear discs, ABS, EBD and EBA SUSPENSION Uprated dampers, 15mm lowered coil springs, revised steering knuckles, revised rear torsion beam, ESC, recalibrated electronic power-assisted steering WHEELS AND TYRES 7.5x17in alloys, 205/40x17 tyres INTERIOR Recaro front seats (part-leather on ST-2/ST-3), leather steering wheel, ST-3 with climate control and cruise control EXTERIOR Fiesta three-door hatchback, bodykit including bumpers, skirts and rear spoiler BUYING Still…

THE SPORTING FIESTA EVOLUTION 1976 1100 S PRODUCED FROM: 1976-1983 ENGINE: 1117cc, OHV POWER: 53bhp 0-60: 17seconds TOP SPEED: 86mph PRICE WHEN NEW: £2620 1300 S PRODUCED FROM: 1976-1983 ENGINE: 1298cc POWER: 66bhp 0-60: 13.7seconds TOP SPEED: 94mph PRICE WHEN NEW: £2844 1980 SUPER SPORT PRODUCED FROM: 1980-1981 ENGINE: 1297cc, Kent POWER: 66bhp 0-60: 13.7seconds TOP SPEED: 95mph PRICE WHEN NEW: £4499 1981 MK1 XR2 PRODUCED FROM: 1981-1983 ENGINE: 1598cc, Kent POWER: 84bhp 0-60: 9.4seconds TOP SPEED: 105mph PRICE WHEN NEW: £5150 1984 MK2 XR2 PRODUCED FROM: 1984-1989 ENGINE: 1597cc, CVH POWER: 94bhp 0-60: 10seconds TOP SPEED: 102.8mph PRICE WHEN NEW: £5713 1986 1.4 S PRODUCED FROM: 1986-1989 ENGINE: 1392cc, CVH POWER: 74bhp 0-60: 12seconds TOP SPEED: 103mph PRICE WHEN NEW: £7455 1989 XR2i 8V PRODUCED FROM: 1989-1992 ENGINE: 1596cc,…

GREAT EXPECTATIONS Wayne Rodgers was bowled over by the Escort RS Cosworth when the model was released back in the early 1990s. He’s now in possession of a 302bhp Radiant Red example of the fruity Ford, although his time with the car hasn’t exactly been plain sailing... Words: Dan Furr Photos: Adrian Brannan The Escort Cosworth remains a ‘dream drive’ for many Blue Oval enthusiasts, and it comes as no surprise to us to discover that plenty of Fast Ford readers do their level best to ensure that they bag an example of the legendary Rallye Sport to call their own as soon as circumstances allow. This is all well and good, but does the reality of owning a car that you’ve dreamed about for years live up to expectation?…

SEMA SHOW Set against the backdrop of the infamous Las Vegas strip, the SEMA show is always a highlight on our calendar, here’s why... Words InSyncMediaPhotos: InSyncMedia / Red Bull “THE SHOW CONSISTS OF FOUR SUPER-SIZED HALLS PACKED FULL OF 2500 COMPANIES!” WHAT: SEMA SHOW WHERE: LAS VEGAS Despite already being the biggest event of its type in the world, it seems that the SEMA show’s still very much in its ascendancy, expanding year-on-year, utilising every spare parking lot nearby for both exhibitor and vehicle displays. SEMA, that’s Speciality Equipment Market Association, is unarguably a multi-marque trade show catering for the entire aftermarket, but Ford tends to have one of, if not the biggest presence at the event, and this year was no different. On the first day, Ford held…

MK1 XR2 “You’ll need to ensure you’re buying a proper XR2rather than a replica” TECH SPEC MADE BETWEEN 1981 to 1983 POWER 84bhp @ 5500rpm TORQUE 91lb/ft @ 2800rpm 0-60MPH 9.4 seconds TOP SPEED 106mph ENGINE 1598cc, four cylinder, eight-valve (overhead valve) Kent, GT camshaft, Weber carburettor, Ford electronic ignition, four-branch exhaust manifold TRANSMISSION Front-wheel drive, BC four-speed manual BRAKES 239mm front discs, 178mm rear drums SUSPENSION Gas dampers, uprated springs, anti-roll bar, beam rear axle WHEELS AND TYRES 6x13in alloys, 185/60HR13 tyres INTERIOR Sports, cloth-trimmed seats, rev counter, two-spoke steering wheel EXTERIOR Fiesta Mk1 three-door, black front and rear spoilers, wheelarch extensions, colour-coded door mirrors, round headlamps, front driving lamps, XR2 graphics. Optional sunroof BUYING Enter XR2 ownership with your eyes open. The Mk1 is a bona fide classic…

MK5 ZETEC S “There’s a wide variety of engine transplants available for the Mk5 Fiesta Zetec S” TECH SPEC MADE BETWEEN 2000 to 2002 POWER 101bhp @ 6000rpm TORQUE 107Ib/ft @ 4000rpm 0-60MPH 10.2 seconds TOP SPEED 113mph ENGINE 1596cc, four-cylinder, 16V Zetec SE, Siemens fuel injection, Ford EEC-V management TRANSMISSION Front-wheel drive, B5 five-speed manual with sports ratios BRAKES 258mm front discs, 190.5mm rear drums, ABS SUSPENSION Gas-filled dampers, lowered coil springs (13mm front/10mm rear), uprated rear beam, uprated PAS WHEELS AND TYRES 6x15in alloys, 195/50x15 tyres INTERIOR Sports front seats, white dials, leather steering wheel and gearknob EXTERIOR Fiesta Mk5 three-door, mesh grille, body-coloured bumpers, skirts and tailgate spoiler BUYING The Mk5 bodyshell is related to the Mk3, so expect rust in the same spots. Check the rear…

USEFUL CONTACTS CLUBS Fiesta Club of Great Britain www.fiestaclubgb.co.uk Ford RS Owners’ Club www.rsownersclub.co.uk Fiestaturbo.com www.fiestaturbo.com The XR2 Website www.xrtwo.com/forum Retro Fiesta www.retrofiesta.co.uk Ford Fiesta Zetec-S Owners’ Club www.zsoc.com Fiesta ST Owners’ Club www.fiestastoc.com FordFiestaST.co.uk www.fordfiestast.co.uk ST Owners’ Club www.stownersclub.com ST Drivers www.stdrivers.co.uk Fiesta Mk7 Owners’ Resource www.fiestamk7.com Fiesta Mk7 Owners’ Club fiestamk7.co.uk Fiesta Owners’ Club www.fiestaownersclub.com Fiesta ST Network fiestast.net Fiesta ST Forum www.fiestastforum.com Fiesta ST Forums www.fiestast.org XR Owners’ Club www.xroc.co.uk TUNERS Odd Kidd Creations (OKC) 07984 071567 www.oddkiddcreations.co.uk Norris Motorsport (NMS) 01773 836274 www.norrismotorsport.co.uk Lightning Motorsport www.lightningmotorsport.co.uk Auto Specialists/Airtec 01375 850062 www.autospecialists.co.uk SiCo Developments 07796 712589 www.sico-developments.co.uk SCC Performance 01727 867747 www.focusrsparts.co.uk Sitech Racing 01383 428 941 www.sitechracing.co.uk Collins…

PUMASPEED FIESTA THE NEW FIESTA RS? Unsure if Ford will ever build a Mk7 Fiesta RS or not, Pumaspeed have taken it upon themselves to build their own – this ultra-aggressive, seriously-specced, 360bhp version… Words: Jarkle Photos: Chris Wallbank We’re going to go out on a limb here and say that, with a few exceptions, Ford of Europe’s hot hatch CV is free from blemishes. Cars like the XR2i, Fiesta RS Turbo and Zetec S were all lauded for their entertaining (if slightly raw) driving traits and all have gone on to build and cement deeply loyal, massively passionate fan bases. We’ll go one better and say that Ford can lay claim to being among the best builders of hot hatches found anywhere in the world. Why are we telling…

FASTTECH NEW STUFF LATEST GEAR ON THE BLUE OVAL SCENE COLLINS PERFORMANCE MK7 FIESTA ST HYBRID TURBO £1195 (EXCHANGE) Collins Performance and Turbo Technics have been working together to produce the next stage of Mk7 Fiesta ST tuning, and the result is this brand new S242 hybrid turbocharger upgrade. Following on from the CP3 level of tune, this new turbo forms the base for the CP4 package. The turbocharger is available for £1195 (exchange) and the CP4 software costs a further £450. Collins have recently installed the full CP4 kit to their test car, and the results showed a dyno-proven 298bhp while torque was limited to a 65lb/ft increase for longevity of the drivetrain. For more details visit the website. www.collinsperformance.com BILSTEIN MK7 FIESTA ST B14 COILOVERS £728 Famed German…

FORDS YOU NEVER KNEW EXISTED #77 FORD FACTION The Ford Faction showed that SUVs can be tailored towards city life, after all that’s where most off-roaders spend the majority of their time anyway. So the dark green chunky rural-ness of previous SUVs went, and was replaced by sleek, simple, clean, freshness for the iPod generation of city-dwellers. To achieve this, Ford, for the first time ever, enlisted the help of a London-based design studio – Ingeni. Their brief was to design a car befitting to urbanites, one that would make life with a car in the city easier. So not only did it need to look good, it needed to be easy to drive and offer the ability to haul friends and luggage through the tight and twisty streets of…