Ford Orion ST170 conversion 45: The Onion hits Ignition Advantages rollers. What POWER will it make?
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It’s been a long and bumpy road, but the Onion is finally ready to go to @ignitionadvantages6592
OF COURSE, it’s not smooth sailing, but the big question is "How Much Power Will It Make?"
Michael had been tasked with mapping the vehicle to be as OEM to drive as possible, with an aim of getting around 150bhp.
The ST170 engines tend to make anywhere between 150bhp and 160bhp on the rollers, BUT Ignition Advantages' rolling road has a reputation for breaking hearts and busting egos….
Follow Mike's project Ford Orion Equipe, affectionately known as "The Onion".
Starting spec:
- 2.0 #Zetec engine
- full stainless exhaust system
- AVO coilover front, Koni adjustable rear suspension.
- 300mm brakes
- Standard interior/bodywork
- RS turbo roll bars
- Adjustable TCA’s
- Limited slip differential
#Ford #Orion #Zetec #theonion #retro #80s #engineconversion #projectcar
Current Spec
- 2.0 #Duratec #ST170 2.0 DOHC Engine with Variable Valve Timing
- Maxx ECU Street
- Coil-on-plug conversion
- Gaz coilover front, Koni adjustable rear shocks
- Escort/Sierra Cosworth Brakes
- RS Turbo anti roll bars
- Limited Slip Differential
- Adjustable Track control arms
- Full stainless exhaust, including manifold
- Original #BBS RA (W.Germany) wheels matching the originals and machined to fit.
#ST170 #duratec #Zetec #FastFord #Retrorides #ClassicFord #RetroFord #EngineSwap
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good to see a orion in beautiful condition so well done to fella for looking after and restoring it 😁
@ukmotortalk
26 күн бұрын
Thank you indeed! It’s been a long time and it’s nice to finally use it!
impressive numbers! looks and sounds great!
@ukmotortalk
28 күн бұрын
Thank you! Certainly very happy with that!
Congratulations 🥳 I've been constantly checking here and IAs KZread since seeing the update on Facebook. Interesting issue with the pump pipework, depending on availability and fitment I'm considering the rs turbo tank and pump setup to make repairs simpler
@ukmotortalk
28 күн бұрын
Thank you, yes an external pump would be much easier and give more scope for other options. I thought this was neater at the time! The car runs an in-tank AEM Motorsport pump, but the overall setup could be better.