kendo
|
| posted on 19/8/11 at 08:56 AM |
|
|
Zetec compatibility question
I currently have a 1600 crossflow on its normal 4 speed type 2 gearbox and runs (of a fashion) on Dellorto twin 40's (pop bang).
I've got an opportunity for a complete low mileage black top 1.8l zetec. I know the Zetec fits a variety of g'boxes and most will go for
5 speeds, but I'd like to be able to leave everything from behind the engine untouched to keep the costs down.
So, would the zetec fit my gearbox?
A second question if I may. The engine comes with all the bits including ecu etc. There is loads of talk about mega jolt etc, is there really a need
to move away from the standard induction and fuelling kit?
Cheers folks
|
|
|
|
|
austin man
|
| posted on 19/8/11 at 09:41 AM |
|
|
the bell housing pattern from the 4 speed will be the same as the typ nine, im not sure about the input shaf though if it is the same diameter on the
4 speed box then all shoulf go in. I run a 1.8 with type nine box using the zetec clutch, a spiggot bearing for the crank, a 1.8 escort water pump
(not Mondeo as it runs the opposite direction). I also run megajolt with carbs originally had 40's on now run bike carbs., only reason for the
swap is they came with the megajolt at a good price. I also used a capri release bearing cant recall the number others on the forum will update you
no doubt. I think it was CCT 13
personally I would go for the 5 speed box as you will note a fuel saving, if you are set up for performance you will get around 31 mpg I was getting
27 on the twin 40's
You have also got to think how much power will the 4 speed handle a tuned 1.8 can give up to 180 bhp, in standard guise they are around 115 a pair of
2litre cams will give aroung another 10bhp get rid of the cat net another 5 or more bhp then setup for power that could give another 10 - 15.
Life is like a bowl of fruit, funny how all the weird looking ones are left alone
|
|
|
lotusmadandy
|
| posted on 19/8/11 at 05:30 PM |
|
|
As Austin man says, the release bearing is indeed a cct133.
Andy
|
|
|
.jpg)
