westfieldbhh Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Hey people Why do i have to use a 1.8 zetec flywheel on my 2.0 silver top zetec that i am conecting to my type 9 box i hope that makes sense please help me cheers paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carpetstu Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 You don't! Mine is installed with the 2.0l clutch and fly wheel and works fine! Edit to add - mine is a black top but I am sure that makes no difference! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perksy Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 1.8 Flywheel is Lighter than the 2 litre Evening Stu Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carpetstu Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 1.8 Flywheel is Lighter than the 2 litre Evening Stu Evening Perksy. Not sure if its valid but with the 1.8 I was concerned about the torque off the 2.0l engine putting extra wear on the smaller clutch. The only reason for my concern is, I wasn't bothered about the couple of Lb difference if it meant the clutch would last a few extra miles on the standard one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deller Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 1.8 flywheel is lighter than the 2.0 - think that;s about it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deller Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Hello and welcome as well, I see it is your first post. Are you modifying an existing build or starting from scratch..? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeP Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 I've got a 1.8 flywheel on my 2.0 and it's been fine so far after a year and 5k. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westfieldbhh Posted January 26, 2009 Author Share Posted January 26, 2009 Hi deller i have a 1600 xflow in the car at the mo and i have been given a 2.0 mondeo for £50. I have had the car for 2 years and have never had the xflow running quite right. so i am thinking 2.0 zetec standard injection cheap and reliable hopefully. and thanx guys for all for your help cheers paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h4muf Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Hi deller i have a 1600 xflow in the car at the mo and i have been given a 2.0 mondeo for £50. I have had the car for 2 years and have never had the xflow running quite right. so i am thinking 2.0 zetec standard injection cheap and reliable hopefully. and thanx guys for all for your help cheers paul Standard injection? Nooooooooooooo. Get a pair of "45s on,worth it for the sound alone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westfieldbhh Posted January 26, 2009 Author Share Posted January 26, 2009 I know what your saying but i have a pair of weber 40s on the xflow and they are a pain in the A***. they sound grate they are old, and new ones are expensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markcoopers Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Paul, the standard injection set up can be made to work, but the install i think is a bit tight with steering and chassis. I think this was the original "madness kit" set up, so hopefully one or two will be along in a mo to tell you where the trouble and fixes are. 1.8flywheel is lighter, clutch size is not an issue in the slightest, the cars are so much ligher than mondeos/fords. You will however need a 1.8 waterpump, as the 2.0L silver top ones spin the other way. You might also need a differet altenator mount and belt to drive it as the altenator on the westfield install sits slightly different and is driven by a Triangle belt arangment and not the 2.0l serpentine belt arangment. If the engine is an Automatic, make sure you fit a manual crank position sensor. If the 2.0l is going into a narrow chassis, I would say that a 1.8l oil pump is a jolly good idea, as the steering columb can now be cleared with a renault 4 oil filter....if you need a part number for this i do have a few.....long story. Sump wise, i would suggest a shortend sump and pick up pipe, the standard set up is so low to be unpractical. All useual outlets sell them, all are fine i believe. Some say you need a water rail to move the thermostat housing.......I' never had, but i'm on the end of a Ford Type 9/E. The Mt75 boys have more clearence issues to worry about. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samcooke Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Bike carbs - you'll get some good bike 40s for £30 easily enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westfieldbhh Posted January 26, 2009 Author Share Posted January 26, 2009 i am told i need 45s for a 2.0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westfieldbhh Posted January 26, 2009 Author Share Posted January 26, 2009 cheers markcoopers i might be calling on your knowledge Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob iles Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Marks nowledge is renowned on here its his mechanical skills you need to worry about Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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