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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
engine swap!

do ittttt
Duratec it!
(07-03-2010, 05:02 AM)Scorcher000 Wrote: [ -> ]Duratec it!

duratec swaps are too involved. easier to go with a zetec.
Go for broke V8!
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.

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... 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?

02ztsian

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.