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Ford Fiesta MK3.5 1.8 Zetec Conversion?

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Old 07-06-2017, 08:40 PM
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Default Ford Fiesta MK3.5 1.8 Zetec Conversion?

Hello,

I have a M reg 1994 Ford Fiesta 1.1 Mk3.5, completely standard and I would like it to be converted into a 1.8 zetec. I'm beginning to get quite confused about what i'll need and what fits what. If anyone could list what i'll need or offer advice, I would be very grateful.

My main concern at the moment is the suspension, I know the mk3 and 3.5 differ, I was thinking about buying complete rs turbo suspension including the hubs, would i need an rs turbo gearbox or would the one i already have suffice?

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Old 07-06-2017, 09:35 PM
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I dont know if you're allowed to recommend other sites and hopefully I dont get banned by doing so but isnt their a FiestaTurbo site with all info about this sort of thing
Old 07-06-2017, 10:02 PM
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I've spent countless hours on both forums, although I've learnt a lot I still haven't found what i'm looking for so i thought i'd try this one first! cheers
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I've got a 1.8 zetec engine swap in my Escort, used to be a 1.8 diesel, lol
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Probably be best trying to get a rotten RS1800? Swap everything from that.
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I think if you have a front ARB you're going to have the most supsension parts compatible with the XR2i & RS1800 suspension.

Hubs might be tricky between ABS and non ABS




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