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Old Apr 29, 2006 | 09:18 PM
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Right i want to go and see a rs turbo 2moro and apparently its got a zvh in it. Thats not a proplem but he said its got st170 bottom end, i have never heard of this being done before and was wondering if it would fit and work? Any information and help welcome,
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Old Apr 29, 2006 | 10:40 PM
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st170 bottom end means it's the later zetec E engine. They have steel rods in them, not forged but still strong. I don't know a lot about the zetec conversions, but it's certianly possible. If it runs ok, then i wouldnt be worried about it. Be more concerned about the rest of it. THe bodywork, the sills, the arches, floor, the arches. U can get good CVH engines for 200 quid which will outlast the life of the car. Ie, if the shell is solid, then dont worry too much about the engine.

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Old Apr 29, 2006 | 11:57 PM
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Be more concerned about the rest of it. THe bodywork, the sills, the arches, floor, the arches.
Also.......don't forget the arches
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safechav...... PMSLAL
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Old Apr 30, 2006 | 11:24 AM
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Ok thanks for the advice, i will keep all that in mind, just waiting for him to get back to me to arrange a time to meet.
Im new here so thanks for the quick help. Hopefully will be on here alot more when i get an rs turbo even if it isnt this one.
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Old Apr 30, 2006 | 01:04 PM
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Best of luck mate, if you can take pictures when you look that might be of use.

Welcome aswell
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