Zetec

[Guest byfordjack]

HI ALL AM LOOKING TO PUT A ZETEC IN PLACE OFF MY PINTO ANY HELP AND ADVICE WOULD BE GOOD THANKS STIRLING

[Guest Takumi]

HI ALL AM LOOKING TO PUT A ZETEC IN PLACE OFF MY PINTO ANY HELP AND ADVICE WOULD BE GOOD THANKS STIRLING

 

 

Well the zetec block is about the same width, the head is a tiny bit wider than a pinto.. and over hangs the block by 5mm or so at the back..so getting the engine/gearbox as far forward as possible is a must.

 

The other obstacle is the inlet manifold, which is obstructed by the pedal box and brake servo. Easiest way to go is with floor mounted pedals.!

 

The choice is yours. I'm going down the same route over the next few months, or as soon as I secure a nice engine..!

 

Another idea is to use the V6 type9 gearbox, which has a longer input shaft(32mm ish) and space the bellhousing out with some alloy spacers 32mm thick , to push the engine forwards and gain some clearance..

 

 

-tak