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Old Jul 30, 2010 | 04:27 PM
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with my silvertop im using a ka gearbox which clutches will fit inside?

i know to use the ka slave cylinder but which clutches will this box take?
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Old Jul 31, 2010 | 07:10 PM
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any1 know which ones will fit inside the casing?

ive been told the mk4 fiesta 1.8 diesel clutch will fit but unsure on others?

i know this box is used in some of the escort conversions too????
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Old Aug 13, 2010 | 04:11 AM
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ul need a 1.6/1.8 zetec flywheel from a fiesta or escort, on this an rs turbo/escort gti clutch will go straight on. diesl fiesta clutch may fit. unsure though.
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Old Aug 13, 2010 | 05:51 AM
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same one thats in now!
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Old Aug 13, 2010 | 05:53 AM
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im assuming its already got a 1.6/1.8 flywheel on it as ive been running the car for over 12 months with this engine in but i never originally fitted it i paid a garage to fit it.

its using a ka gearbox which is hydraulic as i will have to change the slave cylinder when i do the clutch.

the rs turbo clutch is a cable clutch not hydraulic so wont fit will it?/ wont work?
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Old Aug 14, 2010 | 03:17 PM
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escort is cable operated, this wont make a difference. the only thing with regards to changing the clutch youd have to check is if the clutch cover plate is compatible with the release bearing. if using a mk4/5 fiesta diesel clutch (assuming it fits the zetec flywheel) then there should be no issues with the release bearing. I cant find my old application book so cant say for defo if diesel one will fit. you may have to mix and match using a s2 plate with a different cover possibly. i normally use a s2 turbo clutch or mk6 escort 1.6/1.8 which is same.
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Old Aug 14, 2010 | 03:21 PM
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ok i know of some1 who used a mk4 diesel clutch has he had issues with the standard 1800 zetec clutch catching inside the housing. i know he also used shims with the diesel clutch to be extra safe that it couldnt catch.

if you can defo confirm i could use a s2 clutch with a different plate i would go down that route if it works out with the slave/release bearing
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Old Aug 15, 2010 | 11:12 PM
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well everytime ive put a 2.0 or 1.8 zetec in an escort or fez ive used the 1.6 zetec escort/fiesta si flywheel, sump/pickup and water pump+pulley. the s2 clutch is the same as a mk6 escort 1.6. if i had to change cover plates due to thrust bearing difference i use the mk5 cover plate. this shouldnt interfere with the housing. il double check my clutch book for you to get a more accurate answer.
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Old Aug 15, 2010 | 11:21 PM
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ok kool mate yea if u could double check.

as far as flywheel goes i havent a clue what one is in mine till i take gearbox off im assuming its the 1.8 one tho along with the ka gearbox.

ive already changed water pump and tings like that. sump and pick up are fine
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