Type: Centrally located hypoid differential assembly with independant
open drive shafts
Ratio: 3.5:1
Capacity (litres): 1.5
Description: Hydraulic - dual line - servo assisted
Front type: Ventilated discs with self adjusting sliding caliper
Disc diameter (mm): 280.0
Rear type: Disc brakes
Disc diameter (mm): 270.0
Type: Cable operated, self adjusting, with single dry plate
Diameter (mm): 255
Total frictional area (cm2): 284
Release bearing: Pre-lubricated
Type: No loss system
Capacity (litres): 12
Radiator type: Pressurized fluid circulation
Fan: Two electric fans, 11 blades each, diameter 305 mm
Type: One piece articulated
Propeller shaft number: 1
Universal joints (front & rear): Needle roller
Battery: 440 A/75 RC low maintenance polypropylene
Alternator: 60 A
Ignition: New breakerless, thick film module
Type: V8 cylinder OHV
Bore and stroke (mm): 101.6 x 76.2
Displacement (cm3): 4942
Output (kW at r/min, SABS): 150.0 @ 4800
Torque (Nm at r/min, SABS): 330.0 @ 3400
Compression ratio: 9.0:1
Fuel pump: Mechanical
Carburettor: Ford/Holley 4 venturi
Choke: Auto choke
Fuel filter: Gauze screen in pump
Air cleaner: Replaceable dry paper element
Tank capacity (litres): 60.0
Engine: Full pressure feed to main, big end and camshaft bearings
Crankcase capacity (litres): 7.0
Oil cooler: Oil to air type
Front:
Rear:
Type: Rack and pinion
Steering wheel diameter (mm): 382
Turning circle (kerb to kerb, m): 10.00
Ratio: 19.88:1
Type: Manual gearshift
Synchromesh: 5 forward gears
Ratios: 1st 2.95, 2nd 1.94, 3rd 1.34, 4th 1.00, 5th 073, reverse 2.76
Capacity (litres): 1.9
Type: Cast aluminium
Size: 6.0J x 15
Standard: 195/60 VR 15 Steel belt radial ply
Weight (kg): total 1279 (front 683, rear 596), payload 400, total weight
1679
Wheelbase (mm): 2608
Rear track (mm): 1468
Front track (mm): 1452
Height (mm): 1406
Length (mm): 4425
Width (mm): 1725
| ITEM | SOURCE | REMARKS |
| Radiator grille | Unique F.S.A | Source: Trek Plastics |
| Front body crossmember | Unique F.S.A | |
| Front & rear suspension crossmember |
- " - | Reworked standard component |
| Rear suspension arms | - " - | Reworked standard component |
| Engine | - " - | Ford U.S. sourced, 302 cid V8. Build code EX-303, as Mustang minus emissions, power steering and airconditioning. Uses unique camshaft, water pump and carburettor (Holley 780 cfm) |
| Radiator | Unique F.S.A. European vendor |
SERK UK sourced |
| Radiator support | Unique F.S.A. | |
| Cooling fans | Two Granada, with air conditioner, fans | |
| Exhaust system | - " - | Manufactured by Bosal, including engine manifolds |
| Clutch cable | - " - | Low friction design, manufactured by Repco |
| Clutch and transmission | Ford U.S. | Carryover 1984 Mustang. Transmission - Borg Wagner T5G (Ford Part No. E3ZR-7003-CA) |
| Driveshaft | Unique F.S.A | |
| Rear axle (Differential) |
- " - | As used in F.S.A. Granada, 3.5:1 ratio, with new rear and uprated side shafts |
| Axle shafts | - " - | Granada C.V. joints with new shafts |
| Stub axles - outer | - " - | To suit Sierra hubs and Granada C.V. joints |
| Brakes - Front | European vendor | AP Racing - Leamington Spa sourced, four pot caliper type |
| Brakes - Rear | - " - | A Teves Germany-sourced |
| Alternator and regulator | Ford U.S. | Part No's: Alt E12F-10300-CA, Reg E2PF-10316-BA |
| Wheels | Unique F.S.A. European Vendor |
Ronal wheels - Germany-sourced, Ford Part No. 84BC-1007-AA |
First of all, we'll have a look in the engine bay to find where the beef really is. And we find out that it is a tight fit.
And let's have a look on the outside if we see any hints this is a fast Sierra...
And of course this is loads of FUN!
Kimmo Pyykko <kimmo.pyykko@iki.fi>
