frankycopp
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| posted on 24/8/08 at 01:30 PM |
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16v redtop
theres a 16v redtop for sale local having trouble finding a x-flow so how hard is it to fit the 16v have a type9 box what parts will i need and is it
worth it? thanks
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Paul TigerB6
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| posted on 24/8/08 at 02:48 PM |
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Great engine. Should give plenty of power (170 - 180bhp or so). You will need a bellhousing though to convert it for use with a type 9 gearbox.
like this one that has been on ebay previously
Well worth it if you can get the bits you need. First se7en i went out in was a Westfield with this engine back in 1999
Have a look through the SBD website for more info
linky
[Edited on 24/8/08 by Paul TigerB6]
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Steve Lovelock
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| posted on 25/8/08 at 12:19 PM |
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I have an XE in my Leugo and the car is beautiful to drive, I'd recommend one anyday. The set up does cost a bit but I'd say it is
worthwhile. The main expense was on:
clutch ~ £250
sump ~ £100
gearbox adapter ~ £150
other than that you'll need to sort out the fueling and timing but that will cost the same for whatever engine you use.
The engines are cheap though.
Good luck
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bill132hotrod
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| posted on 25/8/08 at 01:37 PM |
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xe engine
I have got the XE engine as well they are almost bullet proof, and loads of grunt heres mine:-)
PERSEVERANCE is the word of the week. Stick with it the results are SWEET.
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martyn_16v
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| posted on 25/8/08 at 02:51 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by Steve Lovelock
clutch ~ £250
Is that a hydraulic setup? All i've had to buy is a friction plate and a clutch arm (and a cable, but haven't got that far yet), not much
over £50.
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Steve Lovelock
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| posted on 25/8/08 at 03:49 PM |
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I can't remember (ie don't want to) exactly how much it was but because the plate, cover and bearing were from 3 different cars it worked
out very costly.
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NS Dev
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| posted on 26/8/08 at 08:44 PM |
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here's mine:
 
exhaust 2
can't argue with 200hp with no internal mods.
Retro RWD is the way forward...........automotive fabrication, car restoration, sheetmetal work, engine conversion
retro car restoration and tuning
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