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Re: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2019/12/13 19:57:43
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I have the standard interior So that’s the basis. The RS seats are in decent condition so they’re all good. Door trims I’m considering going with some UK items as I can’t really find anyone locally worth the $$. Custom gauges as my RS tacho was going to be too much messing about to get it to function with the ECU. Plus it’s a good cluster and didn’t want to destroy it. Still undecided on black or cream headlining - I’m leaning towards black.
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Re: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2019/12/15 16:25:36
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i agree with the black, What would have come with the car?
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Re: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2019/12/15 20:27:51
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Moonstone I think which is a cream colour.
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Re: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2020/03/15 22:49:35
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Don’t the weekend sorting the original loom to accept additional items such as thermofan, O2 sensor, headlamp and horn relays. Also had to relocate a custom washer bottler. Decided to also combine the headlamp and indicator plugs on each side. Hoping the thermal insulation is sufficient although it’s not that close to the exhaust.
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Re: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2020/03/15 22:49:35
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Spent tthe weekend sorting the original loom to accept additional items such as thermofan, O2 sensor, headlamp and horn relays. Also had to relocate a custom washer bottle. Decided to also combine the headlamp and indicator plugs on each side. Hoping the thermal insulation is sufficient although it’s not that close to the exhaust.
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Re: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2020/03/18 09:16:41
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Once again your standard is amazing, very envious!
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Re: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2020/03/18 18:14:59
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Also Paul i was thinking, Since youve now changed the inlet manifold from oem and using aftermarket ecu would you also be essentially doing the same engineering if going a duratec?
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Re: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2020/03/18 23:37:29
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Hi Robbie. Thanks. Any modern or non original fitment engine conversion requires engineering even if using all the OEM manifolds etc. if I was using the pinto then I’d probably get away without any engineering intervention.
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Re: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2020/03/22 17:03:21
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I seem to always be nagging you.
Did you have issues with the RX7 calipers clearing your simmons?
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Re: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2020/03/22 23:02:09
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I’m not using the RX7 calipers as I changed to the Hispec items. However, due to the altered offset of my Simmons the RX7 calipers did foul on the ends of the rim bolts. I’m assuming they would clear unmodified 15” Simmons.
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Re: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2020/03/22 23:16:29
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Spent most the weekend battling with my pedal box. As I’m unable to adjust the pedal height in the car I had to continually remove and alter - then refit. At least I’m bloody proficient at that task now. My EPAS complicated this somewhat as I’m bracing the steering column to the pedal box as the new power steering can generate some torque and I wanted added strength. All my brake lines are plumbed up for the final time And ready to have a shot at bleeding (assuming no leaks 🤞) but just need some pads for the rear. Hoping the engine isn’t too far away 👍
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Re: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2020/04/01 10:04:49
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nice solution paul, i didnt even think of this when changing.
Any clearance issue when the plate is closed?
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Re: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2020/04/01 15:38:53
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Clearance with the cap shown is fine. However if I was to choose a lockable cap it may be necessary to have the “handle” positioned horizontal to clear the plate (if that makes sense). Poor image below but you get an idea of the clearance. Main reason I went this way is I’m the cap seals much better that the original style.
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Re: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2020/04/04 12:48:50
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Paul I like the way you come up with the OEM looking solutions, they look like they ware meant to be there. What filler neck did you use for the conversion?
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