Zetec Conversion Questions

[RoddyMac]

Both are based on the Ford 105E block.

Time to be an anorak, that's not quite correct.  The Zeta engine shares the bellhousing bolt pattern as a 105E block, but the Zeta (or Zetec) was based on the CVH block architecture.

[Dilkris]

Well, time has come and I've removed the engine and transaxle from the TC, and have purchased a '01 Zetec blacktop engine.
While I'm at it, the body will come off for a frame inspection. Coolant tubes replaced, and I'm sure other things will pop up.
In preparation of conversion I've got some questions. I'm sure I'll be back with more. (hence this thread)

Sorry for coming in late on this thread - I must admit though I am quite envious. 
Out of interest - what chassis is your car running - original or other?

[Dilkris]

Are we re-inventing the wheel here though? Didn't Chuck Nukem cover all of this?  http://www.lotuseuropa.org/LotusForum/index.php?topic=4158.0

[LotusJoe]

Both are based on the Ford 105E block.

Time to be an anorak, that's not quite correct.  The Zeta engine shares the bellhousing bolt pattern as a 105E block, but the Zeta (or Zetec) was based on the CVH block architecture.

I used the silver top Zetec and it bolted up to the gear box without issue. However I did have to make new motor mounts.