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Old 16-01-2011, 07:32 PM
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Default rs2000 4x4 - Is it poss to use ecos running gear?

Building a rs2000 4x4 into a 2.0 zt running around 300-350hp which is likely to kill the whole 4x4 system especially the trans box..

Can I use the 4x4 gear from the escort cos?
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It is totally a different set up Escort cos engine sits north /south whereas rs2000 4x4 sits east west or transverse as it is called completley different.
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You could, but you'd have to totally refabricate the whole floor pan and mount the engine the other way, so there isn't really much point.

I have heard mention of using Evo running gear, but I don't think anyone has ever done it.

There have been a couple of turbo 4x4 RS2000s, one was over 300bhp. Worth jumping on www.rs2000-16v.com and asking for info, but using the standard running gear is still a potential time bomb.
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Originally Posted by massivewangers
You could, but you'd have to totally refabricate the whole floor pan and mount the engine the other way, so there isn't really much point.

I have heard mention of using Evo running gear, but I don't think anyone has ever done it.

There have been a couple of turbo 4x4 RS2000s, one was over 300bhp. Worth jumping on www.rs2000-16v.com and asking for info, but using the standard running gear is still a potential time bomb.
djm used the evo gear in a cossy ka so it is possible so i would be speaking to them and be prepared to empty your bank account lol!
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