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Change engine in my Indy?
Jonte - 23/2/06 at 08:56 AM

Iīm thinking of changing engine in my Indy from that old Pinto OHC to maybe a zetec.

How much work is there? I know that the exhaust is on the other side. But how about the engine mounts and will it fit my Type9 gearbox without problem?

Or another engine that is suitable with the gearbox.
And sorry BEC people, that aint gonna happen

donut - 23/2/06 at 09:15 AM

quote:

And sorry BEC people, that aint gonna happen
Excellent!!

There has been much discusion about zetec installs on this forum so do a search for 'zetec' and you will find all the info you need including web site links for part numbers etc. It's not a huge job but you will need a fair few parts including different engine mounts whci MAC#1 can sort you out with.

The type 9 will fit a treat as the bolt pattern is the same but you will need a starter from a 1800 cvh engine.

I will be performing the same operation next winter as i already have an 1800 zetec and some of the parts needed.

Personally i think the 1800 is the better engine to go for but most go for the 2 litre for more power which is about 165bhp with decent exhaust and carbs/ECU as standard!! The 1800 will be about 135-150 with a similar set up. I'm using bike carbs so i'm hoping for about 150bhp.

What ever you decide it will be a smoother more responsive engine and probably the best engine (imho) for a 7. The 4AGE Toyota engines are also a cracking good choice!

stevebubs - 23/2/06 at 10:28 AM

cossie turbo would be easier...

Humbug - 23/2/06 at 11:05 AM

Off Topic, Andy, but you are such a bitch! "Building: faster than Ned & James... )"

quote:
Originally posted by donut
quote:

And sorry BEC people, that aint gonna happen
Excellent!!

There has been much discusion about zetec installs on this forum so do a search for 'zetec' and you will find all the info you need including web site links for part numbers etc. It's not a huge job but you will need a fair few parts including different engine mounts whci MAC#1 can sort you out with.

The type 9 will fit a treat as the bolt pattern is the same but you will need a starter from a 1800 cvh engine.

I will be performing the same operation next winter as i already have an 1800 zetec and some of the parts needed.

Personally i think the 1800 is the better engine to go for but most go for the 2 litre for more power which is about 165bhp with decent exhaust and carbs/ECU as standard!! The 1800 will be about 135-150 with a similar set up. I'm using bike carbs so i'm hoping for about 150bhp.

What ever you decide it will be a smoother more responsive engine and probably the best engine (imho) for a 7. The 4AGE Toyota engines are also a cracking good choice!

Jonte - 23/2/06 at 11:35 AM

Thanks Andy for a quick good reply. I hope there are a few zetec and Toyota Indys at Stoneleigh for a closer look.


quote:
Originally posted by stevebubs
cossie turbo would be easier...


Yeah it would. But a cossie engine here in sweden costs way to much. Youre lucky if u find any working cossie engine under Ģ2200

[Edited on 23-2-06 by Jonte]

[Edited on 23-2-06 by Jonte]

donut - 23/2/06 at 02:18 PM

quote:

Off Topic, Andy, but you are such a bitch! "Building: faster than Ned & James...
he he, it's only because Ned's thing says he's building faste than James so i thought i would get one up on both of them

Jonte: There will be loads of cars to look at at Stoneleigh with Zetecs and 4age's no problem!

bob - 23/2/06 at 10:34 PM

Jonte: There will be loads of cars to look at at Stoneleigh with Zetecs and 4age's no problem!


Andy
Thats great news re there being lots of indy's at stoneleigh this year with zetec and 4age instalations,could you find out through the club exactly how many zetec or 4age indys will turn up ?

[Edited on 23/2/06 by bob]

Bouldy - 28/2/06 at 11:32 AM

And Andy, dont forget probably the only Indy V8 will be there too

donut - 28/2/06 at 12:50 PM

I'll be lookin out for ya pal!!!!

Bouldy - 28/2/06 at 02:07 PM

Its on the road at last!!! mamma mia......
awsome is the word ,you just got to have a drive when i see you

donut - 28/2/06 at 02:16 PM

Can't wait mate!!!

Send some pics of the finished car and a paragraph or two for the site yeah!

Bouldy - 28/2/06 at 02:21 PM

ok . thats if i can stop shaking to write you somthing!!!. i will send somthing soon ,thats if i dont take off and kill myself

Paul

Jonte - 17/3/06 at 12:49 PM

Insīt the 4age engine very high. Itīs barely my pinto fits under the bonnet.

picture...
http://www.locostsweden.se/ipb/index.php?act=Attach&type=post&a mp;id=1279

[Edited on 17-3-06 by Jonte]