Just had many replies on a topic I posted -x flow heads. Really good feedback but clearly putting me off tuning a 1300 x flow. No problem with that. Just so happens I've got a rebuilt 2.0 Pinto engine in the garage. So -

Is it the done thing to put a Pinto into a Locost? Is is possible/wise? And

Will it bolt onto a 1300 gearbox (with or without a modified bell housing). If not, does a type 9 fit a Locost?

Pinto into a locost.......do bears sh1t in the woods ?

Everybody is going to tell you its a crap engine too heavy got to put a zetec in dont listen use it bolt it straight in no fuss and you will love it

All ford gearboxes fit all ford engines upto and including Zetec
The Pinto was mated to the 4 and 5 speed type 9 so easiest to fit
Yes a pinto will fit a Locost but depending on what model you may find little niggles such as Pinto engine is taller and a bit longer

If you have a pinto put it in you will love it, where are you based
I'm in yorkshire if you would like to look at mine I will take you for a spin ?

Thanks for the advice. Don't know why I put this topic on "wanted" so I'm going to transfer it to "engines" . Once again, thanks.