shakey Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 just like to say hello to everyone,its my first time on here so please be gentle, ive just bought my first westfield, { a rolling chassis, narrow body se } its got loads of nice bits fitted,and never been registered and obviously never been on the road., just lacks an engine and box, ive been intouch with westfield and gave them the chassis number and they told me its been built for a crossflow, , dont fancy one of those in it so has anyone any idears, or know of any units out there, thanyou for taking the time to read this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davehall Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 Welcome to the Madhouse!! Why not a Crossflow? More than happy with mine and lots of tuning opportunity, although can get expensive. Much to do to get the Westy on the road? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Stanton Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 Welcome and enjoy QUOTE just like to say hello to everyone,its my first time on here so please be gentle, ive just bought my first westfield, { a rolling chassis, narrow body se } its got loads of nice bits fitted,and never been registered and obviously never been on the road Get a wriggle on and finish it but be very careful parts for SE narrows are becoming very hard to obtain and they're not always SVA friendly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shakey Posted November 30, 2008 Author Share Posted November 30, 2008 hi and thanks for the reply, i think there is a bit to do to put it on the road, all the bits are there like new wheels, tyres, wilwood calipers alround,all round coil overs, lsd, wiring { for crossflow }ect, but its been stood for a good few years, just needs checking out and the main thing the power unit, im open to sugestions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shakey Posted November 30, 2008 Author Share Posted November 30, 2008 hi mark stanton, i know its an se but not sure if its a norrow body? i said that because i cannot fit in it yet, ive got to change the seats, how do you tell if its a narrow body? { please forgive my ignorance} i do have pics of the car Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Stanton Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 Have a look and search through the FAQ section and you'll find your answer Take a look at Zetecs or VX if you want soemthing more modern. Just get it on the road ASAP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shakey Posted November 30, 2008 Author Share Posted November 30, 2008 thanks mark, ive read alot obout the bike engine transplants, whats your views? rgds p Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Stanton Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 "Bites lip".............. Shakey ............... expect this thread to now go off on a tangent and get really boring about merits of bike engine and car engine Me - I'd never have one myself but many others do and have a great time driving them ........... each to his/her own Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asterix Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 vx1600, ford puma 1700(?), or bike engine. Worlds your oyster, go for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cleggy the Spyder Man Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 welcome chap ... hope you enjoy I am noob to woprld of westfield too, having just purchased a used one Enjoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shakey Posted December 1, 2008 Author Share Posted December 1, 2008 thanks to all, what a decent bunch you all are, i need all the help i can get, LIKE ANYONE GOT A POWER UNIT FOR SALE? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
combatsapph Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 For simplicity and ease - drop a xflow or a Pinto in it. For something more modern, drop a Zetec or a VX in it. Without knowing the rest of the spec, a Duratec might be a bit of an overkill. I reckon an 1800 Zetec would be a nice choice - I am however more than happy with the tune Pinto I just built my kit with :-) I just ignore the boat anchor comments. As for where to get them? Try ebay or one of the many engine builders, SBD, Vulcan, Specialise Engines, Raceline etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Reid Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 i need all the help i can get, LIKE ANYONE GOT A POWER UNIT FOR SALE? JEM has recently removed a 1.8 zetec... Link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bean Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 For simplicity and ease - drop a xflow or a Pinto in it. If it hasn't got an engine or box, don't see how it can be any harder dropping in a modern 16V unit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hammy Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 If it hasn't got an engine or box, don't see how it can be any harder dropping in a modern 16V unit. I guess its all the mucking about with pulleys alternator mountings, engine mounts, igntion systems and so forth. You can after all drop a pinto/xflow in with all its ancilleries in place, (probably inc the rad!), carbs the lot and it would work. A good 1300 GT is not to be sniffed at either. - just need an alloy sump or a cutdown steel one. The *big* question is of course wots your budget and fabrication/welding skill that really dictates the choice. IMO I'd still go the modern 16v route, could be done for about £2000 - £2500 all in using a scrapper motor; esp as finding a good pinto or x/flow would cost more than a mondeo motor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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