verybudgetzetec
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| posted on 26/2/12 at 07:43 PM |
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type 9 v6 gearbox info needed
chaps i'm thinking of getting a v6 type9 manual gearbox as i have heard they are a stronger gearbox? is this true?
i have heard also they are a longer input shaft,
is it just a case of choppy choppy of the input shaft to use one of these gearbox's with a rs2000 bellhousing to mate to a 2.0 zetec, all info
is super appreciated guys
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snapper
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| posted on 26/2/12 at 08:03 PM |
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I've fitted one yes stronger, but also better ratios, longer 1st 2nd 3rd, the input shaft can be changed but I used a spacer between the box and
the bellhousing.
The V6 bellhousing is wrong for an inline 4 so you will need the spacer and an inline bellhousing
http://www.rwdmotorsport.com/
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mookaloid
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| posted on 26/2/12 at 08:03 PM |
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You can do as you suggest but a far better way is to get a spacer from Caterham which goes between the bell housing and the gearbox.
the box has heavier duty bearings and a higher ratio 1st gear. Worth doing but please don't chop the shaft up 
"That thing you're thinking - it wont be that."
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verybudgetzetec
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| posted on 26/2/12 at 08:45 PM |
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a spacer is thats all thats needed?
i was wondering about the input shaft what i do there? there are 18 spline on most ford shafts & apparently 19 on the v6 box?
what can i do here?
i ask as a local banger racer has offered me a box for v6 5 speed for nothing? its a good working gearbox, not been in a banger for racing as its
still in a rotton capri, only dowside is i have to take it out myself after i have driven the car to check its ok, but the guy has offered to get the
old nail up & running so i can try the gearbox out, he has driven it & has assured me its ok
would be great if this works out
[Edited on 26/2/12 by verybudgetzetec]
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dave r
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| posted on 26/2/12 at 09:08 PM |
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i have a spacer going spare since my engine change
home made but worked fine on my v6 box
20 quid plus postage
can send you a picture if you like
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verybudgetzetec
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| posted on 26/2/12 at 09:09 PM |
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that may be just the job then dave r, drop a pm, you are in northants so i could possibly collect if that ok!
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cliftyhanger
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| posted on 26/2/12 at 09:24 PM |
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I am just having a 4x4 box sorted for 4 pot use. The chap has machined the input shaft to match the 4 cylinder type one, didn't take long on the
Bridgeport
Most of the internals are more or less identical to between the two boxes, even the "heavy duty" stub bearing won't be very
different. BUT it is the improved gearing where the advantage lies.
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verybudgetzetec
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| posted on 26/2/12 at 10:02 PM |
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its defo worth my while getting one to fit up to my 4 pot then do you think
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cliftyhanger
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| posted on 26/2/12 at 10:15 PM |
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Well, I made the effort, and it has cost me a few quid to do, so that should be enough proof it is worthwhile!
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dave r
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| posted on 27/2/12 at 06:42 AM |
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the gear ratio change is very noticable...
and is much improved....
yes you can come and collect
I'd love to give my imaginary friend a great big hug,
but this jacket makes it impossible.
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snapper
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| posted on 27/2/12 at 06:58 AM |
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Input and output splines are the same on inline and V6 box.
fitted straight on to a standard Pinto clutch.
1st is longer 3.3 when standard is 3.6
2nd 1.81 standard 1.97
3rd 1.21
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I drink to forget
I breath to pi55 my ex wife off (and now my ex partner)
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verybudgetzetec
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| posted on 27/2/12 at 09:44 PM |
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dave r i have sent a u2u
i'm a novice and can see how those rations will be beneficial for my engine install, my plan is to hook it up to a silvertop zetec, i like a
gearbox with a noce long 1st gear!!!!!
my axle is a 4ha with either a 3.7 or 3.4 cwp, not sure which out of the two as i have to count the crownwheel & pinion but either way it should
give me decent acceration & fuel econamy on a run i'd have thought, my current diff is 4.1 which is great & will leave many a car
standing but top end with an old 4 speed triumph gearbox is a bit rubbish
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