focijohn
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| posted on 16/12/07 at 06:33 PM |
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Engine n' box
Hi all,
Still deciding what to buy, but more of a problem is the engine + gearbox I have a select few which are:
1) 4AGE 1600 16v or if i can afford it a 20v and bolt a s/c on once ive stopped scaring myself.
2)2.0 Zetec
3)1.8 Zetec
I was originally going to put a 2.0 Zetec in but was "informed" (roughly) the input shaft on the type 9 was too short or long, but i was
under the impression that the 1800 and 2.0 zetec's were of the last ford derived engines i.e. same g/box bell housing mounts as on the type 9
box so would it be a case of spacers?
Really any information on any of the above combos and what is needed for the 4AGE to RWD? Still new to the kit car scene so if i'm being think
please excuse me.
Ive only recently joined and look quickly so if i'm repeating someone else's topic please forgive.
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martin1973
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| posted on 16/12/07 at 07:12 PM |
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zetec will fit on a type 9
martin
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Hellfire
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| posted on 16/12/07 at 07:24 PM |
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Have you ever been for a ride in a bike engined car (BEC) ??
Phil
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focijohn
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| posted on 16/12/07 at 07:29 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by martin1973
zetec will fit on a type 9
Is that with the clutch off the zetec?
No I've never been in a BEC
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Hellfire
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| posted on 16/12/07 at 07:35 PM |
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Try and get a ride in both a BEC and CEC before deciding which engine to install. I'm not saying you'd prefer the BEC but you need to get
a ride in one before making your final choice of engine... 
Whereabouts in the world are you?
Phil
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bonzoronnie
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 posted on 16/12/07 at 07:41 PM |
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BEC
The thought of a BEC is a little scary for me
I would imagine if I had a ride in one. I would quickly find out ------------
Adrenaline is Brown 
Ronnie
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Hellfire
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| posted on 16/12/07 at 07:49 PM |
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You really NEED to get a ride in one.......
Phil
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focijohn
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| posted on 16/12/07 at 08:04 PM |
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Its not the speed that i was worried about but the drivability. I live on the Malvern Hills worcestershire and have heard stories of the torque and
general user friendlyness, so i hadnt really even thought about it. what are they like on insurance and the cost of installing them?
More of a drivers car. each to their own i suppose.
John
[Edited on 16/12/07 by focijohn]
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onzarob
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| posted on 16/12/07 at 08:07 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by Hellfire
Have you ever been for a ride in a bike engined car (BEC) ??
Phil
Undaunted in the persuit of the BEC
I'm tending toward a 1600 engine, in my mind, then maybe upgrade later. This should give me chance to learn to drive the car without wrapping it
around a imovable object.
Also I fancy doing some sprints/hillclimbs and want to be in the right class.
[Edited on 16-12-2007 by onzarob]
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bonzoronnie
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| posted on 16/12/07 at 08:26 PM |
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Be very affraid
quote:
Originally posted by Hellfire
You really NEED to get a ride in one.......
Phil
But I know I would be frightened
Ronnie 
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matt.c
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| posted on 16/12/07 at 10:17 PM |
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Boat anchor is always an option?
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martin1973
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| posted on 16/12/07 at 10:40 PM |
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yes zetec 1.8 clutch
try search on here lots of info about zetec to type 9
you do need a type nine from an inline engine ie not a v6
the 1.6 cvh is a cheap option tho as well normally come free with sierra donar and gives option of upgrade to zetec as well
martin
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Canada EH!
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 posted on 17/12/07 at 12:29 AM |
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Engine & Transmission
The 4 AGE is a good unit, the fwd unit requires a T50 Transmission. The bell housing, clutch, and slave cylinder bolt right on. There is a little
extra work to plumb the rad. There is a chap in Australia who has done a magnificent job with info on the 4 AGE, he put one in a Ford Anglia
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Volvorsport
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| posted on 17/12/07 at 12:39 AM |
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volvo volvo volvo volvo volvo
5 cyl 5 cyl 5 cyl 5 cyl 5 cyl
www.dbsmotorsport.co.uk
getting dirty under a bus
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bonzoronnie
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 posted on 17/12/07 at 09:21 AM |
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Volvo "Nice"
quote:
Originally posted by Volvorsport
volvo volvo volvo volvo volvo
5 cyl 5 cyl 5 cyl 5 cyl 5 cyl
How could I not agree to that
Top Tip
Ronnie
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DarrenW
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| posted on 17/12/07 at 10:15 AM |
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You wont often here me say this but Hellfire's advice is well founded. Any car is only fast if you put your foot down and having some potential
can be a good thing. I loved my ride in BigRich's car, very surprised at how tractable the Z10 is. Im not converted to BEC but it defo has its
uses.
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bigrich
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| posted on 17/12/07 at 10:49 AM |
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you still holding a torch for my baby mate
I would say think of how you want to use your car 90% of the time ,if this is 2 up trips into the countryside with the missus then a car engine is
probably a more sensible option
BUT
If you want the full on ,light weight, high revving experience, and don't mind it being a little less forgiving then a BEC could be the answer.
I would seriously recommend a spin out in both before you place an order just so your sure in your own mind
Rich
.JPG)
A pint for the gent and a white wine/fruit based drink for the lady. Those are the rules
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onzarob
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| posted on 17/12/07 at 04:16 PM |
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Both these look like strolls in the countryside
BEC
CEC
HTH
[Edited on 17-12-2007 by onzarob]
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focijohn
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| posted on 19/12/07 at 09:20 PM |
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Any one live near me that could give me a ride in their BEC please?
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onzarob
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| posted on 19/12/07 at 10:47 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by focijohn
Any one live near me that could give me a ride in their BEC please?
Me too I'm in Cornwall
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locost_bryan
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| posted on 20/12/07 at 03:19 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by Canada EH!
The 4 AGE is a good unit, the fwd unit requires a T50 Transmission. The bell housing, clutch, and slave cylinder bolt right on. There is a little
extra work to plumb the rad. There is a chap in Australia who has done a magnificent job with info on the 4 AGE, he put one in a Ford Anglia
iirc that's Phil Bradshaw from Auckland, New Zealand. He also put one in a Leitch 7.
Bryan Miller
Auckland NZ
Bruce McLaren - "Where's my F1 car?"
John Cooper - "In that rack of tubes, son"
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