Ford Escort 1300 1968 - 1975

Ford Escort 1300 1968 - 1975

The Ford Escort 1300 (1968–1975) was a popular model known for its compact size and good driving dynamics. The braking system and clutch were designed to meet the requirements of an everyday car, focusing on safety and ease of maintenance.

Braking System:

The brakes on the Ford Escort 1300 from this period generally consisted of drum brakes at the rear and disc brakes at the front. The front disc brakes were often manufactured by Girling or Lockheed, which was typical for many British cars of this era. These brakes provided adequate performance for a vehicle of this size and era.

Front: The car had disc brakes with hydraulic brake cylinders for improved braking power and more precise control.

Rear: The car featured drum brakes, which were common in vehicles of the time.

The brake fluid used was typically DOT 3 or DOT 4, which was resistant to the common requirements for brake fluids in vehicles of this era.

Clutch:

The clutch in the Ford Escort 1300 was a typical single-plate dry clutch, used in many cars of the same period. It consisted of a clutch pressure plate and disc, providing durability and smooth engagement. The clutch was operated by a mechanical linkage system, using either a cable or hydraulic pump to engage and disengage.

Spare Parts at www.klassik-bremsen.ch:

For vehicles like the Ford Escort 1300, many spare parts for the braking system and clutch are available, including:

Brake pads for the front axle (available in different compositions like organic or semi-metallic),

Brake cylinders (for both drum and disc brakes),

Clutch kits,

Clutch pressure plates and discs.

At www.klassik-bremsen.ch, some of these spare parts are available in high quality and specific fitments for the Ford Escort 1300. If you need more detailed information about a specific part, feel free to ask.