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Author: Subject: Zetec engine sump clearance
JeffJeffers

posted on 1/6/11 at 09:30 PM Reply With Quote
Zetec engine sump clearance

I have got my bonnet and nose cone fitted now and I'm trying to sort the engine possition.

I have a 2.0l zetec with a modifided steel sump. The engine and bottom of the gearbox sit about 2 inches below the chassis.
Will this be ok or should it sit higher?

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mazie

posted on 1/6/11 at 10:12 PM Reply With Quote
The zetec with a scholar sump in my fury sits flush with the chassis but you havnt said how far your chassis is from the ground? It does sound a little on the low side though.
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JeffJeffers

posted on 1/6/11 at 10:18 PM Reply With Quote
The chassis isn't on its wheels yet so not sure how far it will be from the ground.
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Bluemoon

posted on 2/6/11 at 08:06 AM Reply With Quote
quote:
Originally posted by JeffJeffers
The chassis isn't on its wheels yet so not sure how far it will be from the ground.


You ideally want the sump the same hight (or higher up than) the type 9 bell housing.

[Edited on 2/6/11 by Bluemoon]

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ashg

posted on 2/6/11 at 08:08 AM Reply With Quote
about an inch or less below the bottom chassis rail is usually considered acceptable.





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