At almost 350,000km the timing chain broke and took the valves with it.
dont you mean timing belt? and throw in a new motor! revive her!
damn that's pretty good for an SPI
new motors for those are pricey since they are prone to go and often
Zetec swap that bizitch
(07-03-2010, 05:02 AM)Scorcher000 Wrote: [ -> ]Duratec it!
duratec swaps are too involved. easier to go with a zetec.
I agree with Hardcore. Krugel V8 Swap with a 429 Super Cobra Jet Twin Turbo.
(07-03-2010, 05:16 AM)Oscar The Grouch Wrote: [ -> ]I agree with Hardcore. Krugel V8 Swap with a 429 Super Cobra Jet Twin Turbo.
... on a more serious note:
- Was there any warning signs?
- What did it sound/feel like?
- How healthy was the engine, otherwise?
(07-03-2010, 05:16 AM)Oscar The Grouch Wrote: [ -> ]I agree with Hardcore. Krugel V8 Swap with a 429 Super Cobra Jet Twin Turbo.
Isn't this the exact same advice we gave you before you decided to go boost?
Wha' happened LOL??
Whats all involed in switching to a ztec?
1. Buy Zetec donor car cheap.
2. Swap over everything.
3. Drink beer.
Note: step 3 can be substituted for step 1, 2 or inserted where deemed necessary.