i have a 94 mx3 with a very weak motor and i found a ford 2.0 very cheap and i don't know about the compatibility of the motor in the car and i was just wondering if it is a possible swap and if so is it worth the time and money. all feed back is appreciated
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ford escourt 2.0 in mx3?
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with antonio on that one. that 1.8 swap would be wayyy better for ya. and you can prolly find one on here for pretty cheap or in a JY cheap. you will prolly pull more power outta the BP (1.8 DOHC) than you will that 2.0. i've personally beaten a focus zx3 w/ that 2.0 DOHC 5 spd. all stock for stock. lotta things you can do w/ that bp to. just search around the site and you will find TONS of info welcome to the site btw good luck with what you are looking for92 Pro - Daily Beater and project- current frankenstein
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yeah im doing this swap as we speak actualy, the list is:
engine
ecu
harness
vaf
if you want the stronger 1.8L trans you also need:
BP05 flywheel and clutch
all 3 trans mounts
transmission
shift linkage
axles including intermediate/jack shaft"Discontent is the first necessity of progress."
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Originally posted by j.sher350 View Postwith antonio on that one. that 1.8 swap would be wayyy better for ya. and you can prolly find one on here for pretty cheap or in a JY cheap. you will prolly pull more power outta the BP (1.8 DOHC) than you will that 2.0. i've personally beaten a focus zx3 w/ that 2.0 DOHC 5 spd. all stock for stock. lotta things you can do w/ that bp to. just search around the site and you will find TONS of info welcome to the site btw good luck with what you are looking forsigpic
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Originally posted by atomicEGT View PostThe ZX3's Zetec motor is completely different from the single-cam piece of **** in the Escort (assuming he's not talking about a ZX2). Stock for stock you have a better power-to-weight ratio with a Protege or EGT, but you can make good power with the Zetec and there's decent aftermarket support as well.
oooh..****....he did say escort didnt he...lol different than a fukus... sorry for not readin92 Pro - Daily Beater and project- current frankenstein
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That looks like a cut and paste situation... woah Nelly!
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