My current gearbox in my S2 ERST is a matter of miles from being completely useless, therefore I'm looking for a replacement.
I've been quoted £300 for a second hand one or £500 for a reconditioned box(not fitted). The car is currently pretty much standard but future plans do include power in access of 200bhp therefore I'm afraid a 2nd hand box will be knackered within months.
I was wondering if anyone can help/advise me.

p.s. I live near Manchester (in case theres anyone locally who could sort it)

 

there is a fella, on here called GEARBOXMAN, might be worth asking him,
i hope my standard box copes with power ok. where in Lancs are you mate?

 

I live just outside of Leigh

 

right, there is a fella in preston who has a good reputation as a gearbox
specialist if that helps.

 

Theres a guy in Westhoughton mate, I've heard good reports about. I can't remember the name or number but he advertizes in fast ford at the back. His ad always says "gearbox trouble?" (funnily enough ) I'm at work at the moment so i can't get the number but if you need it pm me and I'll find it for you.

Ant.

 

Buy the way I'm in Leigh where abouts are you?

ant.

 

Near to Hindley Green! I've pm'd you for the number.

Cheers

 

Dunno if you're on about 'Geartorque'???? If so, i wouldn't touch em....had so much trouble from them when i bought one of their boxes! First one they sent had a cracked casing.....2nd one appeared ok but when fitted all the seals leaked covering a brand new clutch in oil! As well as this the 2nd box wasn't a true rst box, and they tried blamin the leaks on the qualified mechanic who fitted it! Got another one out of em in the end....promised compensation for the £££ i spent gettin em fitted, delivery charges, hassle etc but never saw a penny! worst service and attitude i've ever had!

 

try ford for £500 you will get a recondition one done by ford not thats not fitted

 

Got to geaboxman.

 

Any ideas how to get hold of this gearboxman bloke?

 

www.gearboxman.com

I have a Stage 2 Plus (about £1300) box off Bernie and it's holding up alright so far. Not running huge power though at the moment....

There is a stage 1 and stage 2 box which are cheaper obviously....

 

 

I wouldnt



whats the difference between the stage2 and the plus as i might buy one these boxes this summer?

 

 

Escort / Fiesta Stage 1 gearbox GGBESC1 £475.00

would this gearbox b ok for about 215bhp? or would a standard one cope ok wiv that power.

 

Mines running about 190ish & the box is out of a XR2, but is holding out pretty good. Standard clutch is nearly fecked though & it hasnt been in for long, but i was expecting that. Only thing is, no LSD. But like i said, surprised its held out for this long.

 

hmmmm need glasses i think