Paul Dunstan
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RE: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2007/06/08 03:11:02
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OK, had a bit of time at work tonight so I have an update. Spacing the individual bodies is easy enough but linking up the butterfly shafts when it is seperated by 10mm was the challenge for this evening. I want to keep it looking a factory as possible - just riveting a piece on to span the gap is not an option [B)] My apologies for the average pics as the work camera is a piece of poo pooe! [:(!] Here are all the bits for one section. 3x10mm steel spacers (may remake in alloy) and 1x10mm brass shaft extension. Download Attachment:  DCOE spacers 1.jpg 86.3 KB Here is the rear view of the assembly Download Attachment:  DCOE spacers 2.jpg 82.26 KB And infront of the manifold Download Attachment:  DCOE spacers 3.jpg 89.48 KB I just need to replicate this onto the other sections and that's done  I will then move onto the alloy flanges etc to mount them to the DCOE manifold.
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RE: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2008/10/15 21:58:23
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Well, my topic actually still exists after a year in the wilderness[:u]
I'm approaching the stage where my RS shell needs to be prepped and painted so I'm looking for anyone in the trade is willing to take it on as a private project of maybe a panel shop worth recommending. After enquiring at a couple of places it seems "restoration" is a dirty word! Would greatly appreciate a situation where i could assist in the messy labour intensive work to satisfy my "DIY" spirit as well as helping the pocket (but not essitial).
Oh, MUST BE IN Adelaide [:I]
If anyone can help please let me know.
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RE: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2008/11/18 21:44:34
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OK, shell is home in the garage again as it has been at a friends place for some time.
Will be having a go at the rust in the top of the rear quarters in the boot recess area. I will post pics along the way of my progress - good or bad!
Next will be finding a Zetec to dummy up all the mounts etc and possibly a new tunnel as I doubt there will be too much room for the steel case Celica box in the manual tunnel [:u] Plus being able to raise the box as high as possible will aid engine placement and clearance over the Xmember etc.
Once thats all done it's time for the panel shop to strut their stuff [:x)]
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RE: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2008/11/18 22:31:03
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Hi Mate! Good on ya getting the car back home. Time to roll up the sleeves and get the hands dirty[:p]
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RE: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2008/06/12 17:44:16
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OK, 4 hours @ Upullit and $193 later I have a 2.0L Zetec for the RS. Well chuffed 
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RE: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2008/06/12 18:07:01
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Good find You must of been down south, because i was at the northern today and saw nothing[V]
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RE: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2008/06/12 23:37:38
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Well done Paul. bargain![:x)]
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RE: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2008/07/12 00:50:30
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Well I rang North on Thursday and they had nothing but a guy was there who worked down South. He said there was a Mondeo @ Lonsdale which should have an engine in it so i rang. Lonsdale said they had nothing so I had a mate call past on Friday and he verified a Mondeo complete with engine. So tools in hand I attacked it first thing this morning. Only down side was that the MAF and Coil pack was already missing but at least i can dummy up all my mounts etc. Now's hoping the Celica box fits in the manual tunnel without too much "massaging" 
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RE: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2008/07/12 07:56:27
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Hi Paul.
It's not a great job pulling one out at a wreckers is it.
I did the same thing 18months ago for a spare at Pick a part Cambellfield. The bolt ons dont stop, there is just more and more as you go.
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RE: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2008/07/12 11:51:35
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Hi Pete.
Yes, not alot of fun - still need to get a special 6 sided star tool to remove the brackets used for all the unwanted accessories![:(!]
Also, anyone have an idea of pricing on the basics like piston ring sets for a Zetec? Not that I need them but just curious....
Anyone here had a go at modifying the original sump to suit RWD? Doubt its much fun welding the crappy cast, oil impregnated alloy...[V]
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RE: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2008/07/12 14:23:50
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I got JE pistons for a Black Top Zetec which comes with rings....
You can have for $300
Torx bits are never fun[8~2]
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RE: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2008/07/12 16:53:43
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Thanks but it's a Silver top and I don't think they're inter-changable.
At this stage I'm hoping the engine is OK as the it had 230k on the clock. Had a recent service ticket on the windscreen and a block full of green coolant. Always a gamble on an engine from upullit but the price reflects that.
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RE: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2008/07/12 21:01:15
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Hi Paul.
I paid $50 for my spare, 108K on the clock.
My sump in the RS is the original modified.
I had to put in a oven for a while and at least a litre of oil came out. Blew up the tig at the tme as well.
The next time it's out I am going to seal the inside with somethng as it tends leak a little in places.
I don't remember if I used one of the "bits" I have in a set or if a std alen key fits. If you are coming over I am sure I have some spare "bits".
Regards
Peter
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RE: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2008/07/12 21:06:00
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quote:
Originally posted by Paul Dunstan
still need to get a special 6 sided star tool
I think the tool you refer to is an apropriately sized female torx bit 
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RE: Paul's Mk2 RS2000 project - Now going ZETEC!
2008/07/12 22:01:33
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Well considering the run of the mill wreckers want $1000+ for one I'm well please to pay way less and spend a Saturday morning in the rain doing it myself - I think [x2x]
Pete, I will have a look around the local tool places and see what they're worth and if no luck I might take your offer [;^)]
It would be too easy just to import one of the UK made items and save a lot of pain but that pain only goes straight to the wallet! [:u]
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