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It was at this stage that I noticed Tiger had supplied
me with the wrong starter motor! Not to let this get
in the way we proceeded anyway hoping we'd be able to
put it in later (which we did).
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This is called an "engine adapter plate" and goes
between the engine and bellhousing. It stops crap
getting into the bellhousing and trashing the clutch.
It's made from sheet ali and was done by placing the
bellhousing onto the ali and drawing round it.
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Here's the engine in place. I'd used the Tiger
method of insertion which worked pretty well.
I'd put the prop-shaft into the gearbox to stop
oil leaking out everywhere. This was a three man
job with brother guiding gearbox into place and
holding prop-shaft, dad on the hoist and me pushing
the engine into place.
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A view from the front. The engine actually looks
quite small in place without any of the manifolds
attached.
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The clearances in the engine bay are somewhat
tight with a Pinto engine but I think mine are
bigger than some peoples.
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Here's a diagram of how I've plumbed in my Pinto.
This is how Ford do it and I've had no heating
problems using this layout.
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Here's a pic of the finished engine bay. I might
brighten things up a little with braided hoses
but I think I'll tune it a bit first :o)
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I've used exhause wrap on the downpipes to help
reduce the under bonnet temperatures. It's sprayed
black with special paint and secured with large
jubilee clips.
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