OK im asking for everyone to vote in here
Obviously got my new toy but after doing research im stuck which way to go engine wise. my aim is 130bhp obviously with zetec in thats it done but things are putting me off. hence this post.
Pros and cons of both engines. READ BEFORE YOU VOTE :p
CVH:
PRO's
Keeps with the old school theme of the car
can obtain 125-135bhp from 45's (bike carbs etc) and cam etc (so approx 10 short of my zetec)
A lot easier to fit as its a case of change engine mount and its it
id need to spend a little more on mods i.e about £200 -£400 to obtain my target BHP above
lighter that the zetec
can keep my 4 speed box
ive been offered a standard xr2 engine cheap with carb etc already on so project will go ahead next weekend if i get this
CONS's
its got a little less bhp than the zetec
its prob gona be a little more tappy than zetec
zetec
PRO's
Will look tasty in engine bay
im more familiar with these engines
i know the condition on my zetec as ive owned it along time and rebuild it
More bhp than the cvh
got loads of spares for this engine, alternators, starters etc etc
reliability
CONS's
need to make an engine mount to fit
need to faff around with fuel pump and swirl pot in and fit them into the fuel tank
need to adapt loom to fit
heavier engine, so more front end weight.
doesnt keep to old school form.lol
so this is why im confused
votes and opinions wanted
p.s if i went cvh everything zetec i have will be up for sale.........again
It's all I ever see people talking about. Yeah I drive around at 7k all the time!
