Only 2 cylinders

Post by **toomanytoys** » 22 Sep 2007, 22:08

The CT enbine is different to the other type 1 engines.. but apparently the "normal" type 1 heads can be used, but I dont know what mods/differences are..
the heat exchangers are CT only.... and these mat be difficult to source...
before you lash out on loads of money on the CT, consider spending it on a good 2L unit... this will provide better performance and reliability in the long run..

If you continue with the CT.. DO NOT throw anything away before you have a replacement.. tinware especially is difficult to replace...

Post by **Danny-Boy** » 22 Sep 2007, 22:28

MMMM not liking the sound of this too much, the head is split between the valve and the spark plug, and the tinware is already full of holes, I was considering my options earlier,
1=get rid of it
2=change engine for 2L Aircooled
3-ford V6,audi 5 pot, subaru

Not sure where to start,i was hoping that the engine was going to be an easy fix,not so. Ok so how much do you think i should be spending on a second hand 2L air cooled unit?

Post by **andysimpson** » 22 Sep 2007, 22:35

Danny-Boy wrote:MMMM not liking the sound of this too much, the head is split between the valve and the spark plug, and the tinware is already full of holes, I was considering my options earlier,
1=get rid of it
2=change engine for 2L Aircooled
3-ford V6,audi 5 pot, subaru

Not sure where to start,i was hoping that the engine was going to be an easy fix,not so. Ok so how much do you think i should be spending on a second hand 2L air cooled unit?

I would say max £200 and you will need all the tinware.

Post by **Danny-Boy** » 22 Sep 2007, 22:40

Thanks andy, doesn`t seem to harsh, i guess i`m gonig to have go shopping, is the tinware readily available?

Post by **toomanytoys** » 23 Sep 2007, 08:27

you should be looking for a complete 2L Aircooled setup out of a T25.. there was opne in the classifieds last week..

Going watercooled is a real headache.....

I managed to fit a 1.7 411 engine in the back of an old CT I had... but it was a lot of hassle to do it right.. wish I hadnt sold it as I was just getting it sorted and it would have been a good testbed for a few ideas I have...

Post by **geordie skydiver** » 23 Sep 2007, 09:30

I recently sold a working 2.0L with all the tinware and gearbox for 300 quid.

Seems the most obvious choice for you at the moment.

Post by **Danny-Boy** » 23 Sep 2007, 10:16

Yep, think thats the route to take. Will now be on the look out for a 2l unit.I`d just like to say thank you to all those who have helped me over the last few weeks, your advice and comments are very much appreicated.