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Old 29-09-2008, 03:09 PM   #1
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Question 1.8 dohc engine? (WA)

hey, im new to the forum, i've got a 1978 mk2 escort with a dieing 2L pinto :

so i was wondering if anyone had or knew of a 1.8 dohc engine for sale?
once i have it and have the money i plan to work it a bit and put it in the eskie (hopefully before the current one dies)

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Old 30-09-2008, 03:38 PM   #2
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I assume you are looking for a Zetec or Jap motor?
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Old 30-09-2008, 08:42 PM   #3
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nah the 1.8 DOHC that came in the earlier model escorts.... was planning on boring it to 2L and then work on it some more
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Old 30-09-2008, 10:06 PM   #4
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i've found an SR20DET for sale but i was hoping to try and stick with originalish parts and not go ricey.. but then again its probably cheaper to go for the SR20DET for a good power/money ratio instead of rebuilding a 1.8
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Old 30-09-2008, 11:09 PM   #5
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do you mean a BDA???? good luck finding one. if you do, then expect to pay BIG bucks to get it and even more to modify it. they also had a bit of a reliability issue...
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Old 01-10-2008, 01:07 AM   #6
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hmmmmm well i guess that idea is going out the window :
that SR20DEt is starting to look good about now.....
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Old 01-10-2008, 06:00 PM   #7
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how much would i be looking at for a YB 2L 16valve turbo?
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Old 01-10-2008, 09:13 PM   #8
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i think you would be looking at close to 10k for a cossie, but you would need to check that. have a think about the Zetec. twin cam, capable of an easy 200 hp (same as a stock cossie turbo) and apparantly still very driveable. your best bet would be to contact one of the experts in the field. I believe Escort Road and Race are good, and I use Racetune who have converted both Cossies and Zetecs.
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Old 02-10-2008, 03:15 PM   #9
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so the Zetec you guys are talking about, is this the front drive engine from the Focus?
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Old 15-10-2008, 04:49 PM   #11
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there are conversion kits that will allow you to install a zetec, available from the UK.
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1.8L from a KH laser or similar mazda are also an option.
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so the Zetec you guys are talking about, is this the front drive engine from the Focus?
No, you need to use the ones out of the mondeo.....Can't remember the reason why, but it has something to do with the ECU. Early engines you can use aftermarket ones, whereas the later engines it gets a bit more complicated......That why I like the pinto....KISS principal. :
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