Hi Jim I assume you have gone for Jaguar X Type 4x4 gearbox fitted to a Focus st170 engine? I have often wondered if this engine and gearbox combination would actually fit one another, but I assumed there must be a good possibility because I think its essentially an MTX gearbox and the st170 engine is a Zetec.
My H4 is currently fitted with a 1.6 Zetec engine and IB5 gearbox, but I am going to change this for a 2.0 Zetec and an RS Turbo series 2 gearbox with an LSD, I don't think my insurers, or indeed me, would be happy with anything more than this for my 18 year old son. If we keep the H4 for a few years I would be tempted to go for a turbocharged Zetec and a 4x4 set up, but I would have no idea how to get the propshaft clearance, or deal with the rear suspension, diff mounting etc! Cheers Andrew On 11 January 2013 19:25, Jim Hearne <[email protected]> wrote: > Very probably, yes. > But i wanted 4wd as well. > > Jim > > > On 11/01/2013 18:40, george wrote: > >> Hi Jim >> >> So if the gearbox from a st170 goes in could you not use the engine as >> well ? just a silly thought?. >> >> On Jan 11, 6:38 pm, Jim Hearne <[email protected]> wrote: >> >>> Somebody on here was doing that conversion but i forget who at the >>> moment. >>> Some issues with the oil filter housing hitting the steering rack i seem >>> to remember >>> >>> Jim >>> >>> On 11/01/2013 18:35, george wrote: >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> Hi Jim >>>> Thanks for that should have waited till I had some sleep might have >>>> got the spelling right lol... >>>> How about the TDCi engine as I intend to convert one of my saloons if >>>> I can.. >>>> George. >>>> On Jan 11, 6:29 pm, Jim Hearne <[email protected]> wrote: >>>> >>>>> Do you mean one from a Focus ST170 or one of the later MTX75 gearboxes >>>>> ? >>>>> The ST170 gearbox was made by Getrag, i have one i took off a ST170 >>>>> engine so i could made the engine to a MTX75 4x4 gearbox. >>>>> The ST170 gearbox is actually quite short as it's got 3 shafts (with 3 >>>>> gears on each) not the normal 2 (with 5 or 6 gears on). >>>>> It should bolt onto the Zetec block with no problems except some of the >>>>> lower gearbox to sump holes may not line up. >>>>> It will depend if it is a silver top or blacktop Zetec, the blacktop >>>>> should match better. >>>>> It does use unique driveshaft splines and joints so you will need to >>>>> get some custom driveshafts made. >>>>> And, of course you won't have the Mk2/3 Fiesta type mounting locations >>>>> on the gearbox so those will need to replace. >>>>> Also, the gearchange is cable but as long as you've got the matching >>>>> linkage it should be too bad. >>>>> I may put the one i have in the 2+2 at some point. >>>>> Jim >>>>> Jim >>>>> On 11/01/2013 15:55, george wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> Anyone know if you can fit a six speed gearbox in a saloon when you >>>>>> convert to a Zetec 2.0l. Just thought I'd ask as you never know... >>>>>> >>>>> ----- >>>>> No virus found in this message. >>>>> Checked by AVG -www.avg.com >>>>> Version: 2013.0.2890 / Virus Database: 2637/6025 - Release Date: >>>>> 01/11/13 >>>>> >>>> ----- >>> No virus found in this message. >>> Checked by AVG -www.avg.com >>> Version: 2013.0.2890 / Virus Database: 2637/6025 - Release Date: 01/11/13 >>> >> > > > ----- > No virus found in this message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com > Version: 2013.0.2890 / Virus Database: 2637/6025 - Release Date: 01/11/13 > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "Quantum Owners Group" group. > To post to this group, send email to [email protected] > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscribe@** > googlegroups.com <[email protected]> > For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/** > group/quantumowners?hl=en<http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en> > > IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an "As > Is" basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum > Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or > in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any > person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or > alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained > within this or related message(s). > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Quantum Owners Group" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected] To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an "As Is" basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained within this or related message(s).
