and yes i could just go out and buy a rod operated rs2000 gearbox and fit it to the focus rs lump easily i can do that no problem i just wanted to see if the starter would be in the way of the turbo/exhaust and i need to know if a rs2000 gearbox would suit the extra power/torque the focus lump will give.. if not would a turboD box be better? i wasnt asking alot i just want opinons from people who have done a similar thing..