zetec turbo clutch choice
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i was advised a machined cosworth six paddle and focus rs cover would be fine for over 500bhp.
however i used a second hand cover which seemed fine, maybe not, but what is a good setup on a reasonable budget as i get clutch slip when over a BAR with traction.
i do plan much more power in time (upto 2BAR) and had to turn it down from 17psi which is where i did have it originally but got sick of the slip.
it's all in a mk2 fiesta with a FRS gearbox btw.
cheers
however i used a second hand cover which seemed fine, maybe not, but what is a good setup on a reasonable budget as i get clutch slip when over a BAR with traction.
i do plan much more power in time (upto 2BAR) and had to turn it down from 17psi which is where i did have it originally but got sick of the slip.
it's all in a mk2 fiesta with a FRS gearbox btw.
cheers
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hmm, i think i'd check the cover over his time then and make sure it's spot on.
i already have a 6 paddle in there, just centre has been machined a little to fit in the frs cover.
i think a new centre is in order then too, not that i need anymore power as it was spinning wheels in fourth at 110 today, madness.
i already have a 6 paddle in there, just centre has been machined a little to fit in the frs cover.
i think a new centre is in order then too, not that i need anymore power as it was spinning wheels in fourth at 110 today, madness.
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hmm, i think i'd check the cover over his time then and make sure it's spot on.
i already have a 6 paddle in there, just centre has been machined a little to fit in the frs cover.
i think a new centre is in order then too, not that i need anymore power as it was spinning wheels in fourth at 110 today, madness.
i already have a 6 paddle in there, just centre has been machined a little to fit in the frs cover.
i think a new centre is in order then too, not that i need anymore power as it was spinning wheels in fourth at 110 today, madness.
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i have been down the same road with this, so on our new build we bit the bullet and orderer a sachs unsprung plate with there top of the range cover, it looks the dogs, have a look at our build thread, focused on track zetec turbo
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mines only on track, when i ask earlyer in the year about these clutchs got nothing but prays, look alot better than the helix or ap i have run in the past.. comp braking products done be plate and cover for 520 ish,
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I know this is an old thread revival....
I've finally got the new engine finished (will post some pictures in a project thread) . It's a zetec 2litre, fully built, forged pistons, Farndon forged conrods, area six ported and polished head with big valves and area 6 valve springs![Big Grin](https://passionford.com/forum/images/smilies/icon_mrgreen.gif)
Anyway, I'm trying to find a clutch that will manage 450hp ~ but won't need massive effort to operate on a road car ideally! (but if it does it does)
Has anyone got any suggestions?
A Helix uprated one won't cut the mustard looking at their power rating. Not sure what the best option is without breaking the bank (more!)
ta
I've finally got the new engine finished (will post some pictures in a project thread) . It's a zetec 2litre, fully built, forged pistons, Farndon forged conrods, area six ported and polished head with big valves and area 6 valve springs
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Anyway, I'm trying to find a clutch that will manage 450hp ~ but won't need massive effort to operate on a road car ideally! (but if it does it does)
Has anyone got any suggestions?
A Helix uprated one won't cut the mustard looking at their power rating. Not sure what the best option is without breaking the bank (more!)
ta
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Im not sure mate, it is the one that came with the car. In fact its not an MTX in the car, it used to be but the gearing was too long, so it got an escort diesel gearbox iirc.
I will know more when I take it out in 2 weeks time as I cant get any really good pictures of it as its well buried!
Is it worth getting a focus RS gearbox?
I will have to get a new shifter mechanism engineered if so as the gearstick is on the right hand side of the drivers seat and is a bit of a crap design IMO!!!
I will know more when I take it out in 2 weeks time as I cant get any really good pictures of it as its well buried!
Is it worth getting a focus RS gearbox?
I will have to get a new shifter mechanism engineered if so as the gearstick is on the right hand side of the drivers seat and is a bit of a crap design IMO!!!
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ok guys.
I am pleased to say this project is now well underway... I decided to do it all myself in the end as it would cost a fortune at a project shop and they probably wouldn't do it how I wanted it either..
So, we got the engine out today and did loads of preparation work for doing the new loom.
First big question, what bloody gearbox do I have?? I was led to believe it is a mk5 escort TD van gearbox, and the casting serial number confirms that they were fitted to those. But the diff doesnt seem to do anything when in neutral and I spin the rear wheels...? as in the wheel on the other side doesn't turn, either the same or opposite way?
Here are pics of gearbox, can someone help identify and tell me if Focus RS box, flywheel will fit or if this box handles some power I will just get a clutch kit for it![Top](https://passionford.com/forum/images/smilies/smile011.gif)
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I am pleased to say this project is now well underway... I decided to do it all myself in the end as it would cost a fortune at a project shop and they probably wouldn't do it how I wanted it either..
So, we got the engine out today and did loads of preparation work for doing the new loom.
First big question, what bloody gearbox do I have?? I was led to believe it is a mk5 escort TD van gearbox, and the casting serial number confirms that they were fitted to those. But the diff doesnt seem to do anything when in neutral and I spin the rear wheels...? as in the wheel on the other side doesn't turn, either the same or opposite way?
Here are pics of gearbox, can someone help identify and tell me if Focus RS box, flywheel will fit or if this box handles some power I will just get a clutch kit for it
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Don't look like a rs box sorry, looks like a bc/ib5 will blow to bits with your power plans, had to be sure with the photo as I'm on a phone.
Has it got a hydro clutch?
Has it got a hydro clutch?
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cheers! No, I didn't think its an RS box!!! was just wondering if I can fit one instead and use the custom driveshafts I've got already for the current setup. Really don't want to have to fabricate a new linkage etc (its a rod setup)
I know feck all about Ford gearboxes so need advice about what to do with this one! I am a longitudinal Inline6 bloke for engine builds until now..!
it is a hydraulically operated clutch. I replaced the slave cylinder and it was using one from a mini cooper
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Hmm, it looks very similar to some IB5 box pictures..!!
That could be a bugger. If I replace it what should I replaced it with? I need LSD I think? and focus 1.8 TD box is meant to have good ratios for the 2 litre ZT? will Focus RS box have suitable ratios? thanks
That could be a bugger. If I replace it what should I replaced it with? I need LSD I think? and focus 1.8 TD box is meant to have good ratios for the 2 litre ZT? will Focus RS box have suitable ratios? thanks
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Anyone?? I need to get this sh*t sorted!!!
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/FORD-FOCUS...item1e9cd20ce1
It looks very similar to this??
no, actually it looks like this lol
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1995-FORD-...item5aff28e172
How to tell the difference between IB5 and MTX box for 100%?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/FORD-FOCUS...item1e9cd20ce1
It looks very similar to this??
no, actually it looks like this lol
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1995-FORD-...item5aff28e172
How to tell the difference between IB5 and MTX box for 100%?
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mtx is a pretty good box full stop, focus 2.0 or diesel or mondeo 2.0 mk1 and some mk2, all gears are interchangeable from these models.
if you can find a cheap frs box then you got a atb in a mtx so thats a option.
if you can find a cheap frs box then you got a atb in a mtx so thats a option.
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But that doesnt answer my question... how can I tell if mine is IB5 or MTX? are there any definitive things? I am almost 95% sure that mine is an MTX which would be a bonus, because I can swap in an RS one with ATB in... but then I will have to get driveshafts modded, speed sensor altered, and at the minute mine uses a shifter linkage setup
Is it easy to custom convert to cable linkage??? ta
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Ive added a couple of extra pictures at the bottom here
https://passionford.com/forum/ford-e...ml#post6586010
They are much clearer!! Thanks again, nevsrevs, my only mate on PF
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Just buy a frs box, stick in the uprated ap frs paddle clutch. Cable shifter will drop in easily and hydraulic clutch is a simple conversion. Only leaves drive shafts to sort and a couple of mounts.
Mine took a decent amount of power, clutch was light and not juddery, box took the abuse.
Mine took a decent amount of power, clutch was light and not juddery, box took the abuse.
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Will do, Im going to take it out tomorrow or monday so will get pictures then.thanks
Yes mate, that's looking like its on the cards ![Sad](https://passionford.com/forum/images/smilies/icon_sad.gif)
Cable shifter will drop in easy? I don't really know what the mechanism uses but I'm guessing the cable will be the wrong length for my car, is it shortenable or extendable in some way? Does it use rollers on the cable routing or what?
I've got hydraulic clutch already so that's one less expense I suppose!...
ALso, if its an IB5 now, are the driveshafts in the same relative position on the MTX box? (eg so I wont have to alter engine mounts to align with the rear hubs!)
And the starter motor is in different position on the Focus RS casing.... can I change the front of the gearbox casing for an MTX one that has the starter in the correct place??
So much to do lol
Cheers
Not sure I quite follow the logic here mate?!? but I can use a different slave for a new box , that's minor works on the scheme of things
Just buy a frs box, stick in the uprated ap frs paddle clutch. Cable shifter will drop in easily and hydraulic clutch is a simple conversion. Only leaves drive shafts to sort and a couple of mounts.
Mine took a decent amount of power, clutch was light and not juddery, box took the abuse.
Mine took a decent amount of power, clutch was light and not juddery, box took the abuse.
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Cable shifter will drop in easy? I don't really know what the mechanism uses but I'm guessing the cable will be the wrong length for my car, is it shortenable or extendable in some way? Does it use rollers on the cable routing or what?
I've got hydraulic clutch already so that's one less expense I suppose!...
ALso, if its an IB5 now, are the driveshafts in the same relative position on the MTX box? (eg so I wont have to alter engine mounts to align with the rear hubs!)
And the starter motor is in different position on the Focus RS casing.... can I change the front of the gearbox casing for an MTX one that has the starter in the correct place??
So much to do lol
Cheers
If the slave from a mini cooper fitted then i would be looking along the lines of a getrag 6 out of an st170 maybe ??
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