Duratec question

[blasterdad]

Spotted this on Craigslist, does anyone know if the bellhousing bolt pattern is the same as the Zetec?
Looks pretty Nasty!!!

https://grandrapids.craigslist.org/pts/5480099602.html

[BDA]

I would expect the bell housing to bolt up to it. I would expect that all small 4 cylinder Fords to have the same bolt pattern. Also, he says it would be great for upgrading a Zetec. It might be worth a call to him to see if he knows.

[RoddyMac]

The Duratec is a different bolt pattern, so not an easy swap compared to the Zetec.  The Duratec is a re-badged Mazda MZR unit.

[BDA]

Glad you straightened me on on that Roddy!

Blaster, I did some poking around and found a rebuilt ztec from Titan in Florida for $2787 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/FORD-2-0-01-04-ZETEC-REMANUFACTURED-ENGINE-/272098223750). A bit more expensive, but a known quantity and an easier swap since lots of people have done them.

[blasterdad]

Thanks guys, thought it might be a good deal & all aluminium.
@BDA
I'm still going keep the Renault in it, just thought it might be something to tuck away for the future. 

[BDA]

I think you would have to get a TC bell housing for a Zetec- I don't think the Renault bell housing would bolt on - so there would be some complication around that. I think that the Zetec is maybe the best swap for several reasons but the Renault engine can do very well, too. It should do just fine!

[skoolsen]

New zetec crate engines are available http://www.raceline.co.uk/story.asp?NewsID=12
 695 pounds=cheap

[andy harwood]

Here in North Carolina, there is a business in Salisbury (Poteat's Engines) that rebuilds zetecs, I think a bit over $1k for a complete rebuild, don't know if you need a core.
I've got a extra TC bell housing sitting around...

[BDA]

Hey Blaster, Andy's got everything you need! 

[blasterdad]

Hey Blaster, Andy's got everything you need! 

Does he have a new roof for my house? 
I'm afraid that will have to come first. 

[BDA]

I don't know, Blaster. I think you have to get your priorities straight! 

[blasterdad]

I don't know, Blaster. I think you have to get your priorities straight! 

"SWMBO" seems to have a different opinion about the matter, & I am still VERY fond of being able to open her boot & bonnet once in a while. 

[BDA]

Probably best you leave it at that!