simps

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?

simps

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????

hillzy2k

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.

rubinsbin

same one thats in now!

simps

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?

hillzy2k

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.

simps

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

hillzy2k

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.

simps

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