This bellhousing allows the Vauxhall 2.0XE Engine to be connected to the Ford Type E (Rocket 4 sp) and Type 9 (Sierra 5 sp) gearboxes using a cable clutch.
The bellhousing allows the engine to be installed longitudinally in the vertical position instead of the 7 degrees inclination in the transverse installation.
You may also need the spigot bearing that fits directly in the end of the crankshaft. The RS2000 Clutch Fork and RS2000 Clutch Release Bearing may also be required.
You may also be interested in our Vauxhall 2.0XE Lightweight Steel Flywheel.
Options
* The quick release option allows quicker gearbox removal and fitting by moving the 4 internal gearbox to bellhousing bolts to the outside of the gearbox. This allows the gearbox to be removed whilst leaving the bellhousing in place, making a difficult job much easier.
If you do not specify the quick release option you will need 4 of 12mm x 1 1/2mm pitch cap head screws (available here),which are fitted inside the bellhousing into the tapped holes in the front face of the gearbox .
Specification and Application
| Component |
Vauxhall 2.0XE Engine to Ford Gearbox |
| Type |
Bare Casting
Machined on front and rear faces
Tapped to take standard clutch fork (not included) |
| Clutch Actuation |
Cable |
| Gearbox to Engine Face |
6.1 inch (155mm) |
| Options |
Quick release |
| Engines |
Vauxhall 2.0XE (Astra 16V)
Saab B204
Saab B234 |
| Gearboxes |
Ford Type E (Rocket) 4 speed
Ford Type 9 (Sierra) 5 speed ** |
| Applications |
Kit Cars
Rally/Race - MkI/II Escort, Sierra, Lotus Cortina
BriSCA F2
Classic Ford
|
* Requires bolt holes in gearbox to be drilled in order to work in this manner
** 2.0l only; the 2.8l gearbox requires an additional adaptor plate due to the longer 1st motion shaft
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