I have a X flow and it was mated to an auto box. I am converting it to manual but need to know what i need to take off in order to get the std
flywheel to work.
What do i need to take off from this photo?
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have thought about a bike engine ?
Not for the 100e no!
Does the flywheel not bolt straight on?
Also I would replace that core plug before fitting anything
Cheers
Mark
It's hard to see from your photo, but I think you've still got the adaptor on the end of the crankshaft - that'll need to come off. It
took some 'persuasion', but it's only a tight fit - no fasteners, glue, or whatever.
And don't forget a new bearing in the 'ole!
[Edited on 7/3/07 by David Jenkins]
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Yep second the replace core plug.
Replace/Fit new spigot bearing, I presume that its being mated to a type nine as opposed to an early three rail. The early three rail gearboxes had a
slightly thicker nose on the input shaft. So if that is the case then you would need a specially made spigot bearing. (I found this out years ago
fitting a Xflow onto a 3 railbox in a Mk1 cortina, had to use the mk2 cortina 3 rail gearbox.)
Fit flywheel & clutch.
Fit engine in car.
Enjoy.
Below is another pic of that part of the engine.
quote:Which bit is that? The bronze coloured bit is what the old flywheel bolted onto. Don't i just bolt the new std flywheel to that and insert a new spigot bearing?
I think you've still got the adaptor on the end of the crankshaft
jollygreengiant:
The engine is a GT spec jobby from a Mk2 escort Auto (used GT engines apparently!) and the g/box is from a Mk1 1600GT so the spigot bearing
'should' be easily available. I'll give Bertons a ring in the morning for a new one...and core plug!!
[Edited on 7/3/07 by donut]
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Originally posted by donut
Below is another pic of that part of the engine.
Which bit is that? The bronze coloured bit is what the old flywheel bolted onto. Don't i just bolt the new std flywheel to that and insert a new spigot bearing?
Cheers fella, I'll give it a go!
This may help - a photo of the end of a spare crankshaft. so you know what you're looking for...
The crankcase seal rides on the round bit at the end.
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Ok i thought i would have a fiddle with the brass thingy and it almost (with a little help with a screw driver) came off in my hands. The flywheel
fits a treat and all i need is thespigot bearing. Wahoo! 
[Edited on 7/3/07 by donut]
Probably need flywheel bolts as well . Likely to be longer for flywheel than torque convertor
I believe that new flywheel bolts are recommended anyway...
Good Point!!!!
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Originally posted by David Jenkins
I believe that new flywheel bolts are recommended anyway...
Another good point!!