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Old 02-03-2018, 04:49 PM   #38
John V
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So, back to the engine fitment issue. I've come to a couple realizations. Let's tackle the first one: the water pipe on the back of the cylinder head is the limiter for how far back in the chassis the engine can go. It sticks out about three inches, and that just isn't going to work.

I discovered that the Ford Ranger with the 2.3L Duratec has a much slimmer rear water pipe. But still, it sticks out almost two inches. Better. Not great.



Then I came across a guy who custom makes a bunch of parts to put the Duratec/MZR into old RWD cars, like Aussie Escorts. He makes a water pipe that only sticks out 25mm (about an inch). Score! Also, check out that sweet bellhousing... that will become important shortly.

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