faststu

iTrader: (1)

hi guys just wondering id like to go 4x4 on my focus but without the cost etc of going cossie(would love to go that way) but was wondering if its possible to use mondeo or escort rs2000 4x4 axle gearbox etc if so is it much work and also going to go zetec turbo between 250-300 bhp

COCHYN

Yup, there's a lad on here running a Focus RS with the original RS engine and Mondeo 4x4 running gear I believe.

boy-racer-1

with 250-300bhp i dont think the escort or mondeo transfer box will last too long as they arent too strong, probably best looking at evo running gear but then thats also expensive

IAN RS2k

iTrader: (2)

I have a RS2000 4x4 project car that I have been getting bits over the years now i am thinking of breaking it one of the things I have done is to have a EVO 6 gearbox adapted (not a adapter plate) to fit my RS2300 turbo engine(Ford standard bolt pattern) the gearbox & transfer box & prop(8000miles on it) cost me £1500 having it adapted & a one off flywheel made £775 the rear diff I got is a EVO-RS lsd (normal ones are have hyd pumps to control them run by the ecu) these are rare so with a pair of shafts with joints £1200 I had a pair of new front shafts that cost me £344 I have not got round to have the rear shafts made. Shame is I just don't get time to finish it & have been thinking of breaking it shame as I have spent thousands on the car eg primary design manifold etc etc
So quit costly but reliable & proven & parts are available so can be done
Ian