SXI - Matt
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Deciding wether or not to put in a 2.0 or not first thing is, are all 2.0 redtops? and is it best to put the 16v or 8v in,
Also a list of parts im going to need to get it in and going was thinking of buying a cavy or cally 2.0 as a donour car and taking brakes engine ect out would that be the easiest way?
[Edited on 14-08-2007 by SXI - Matt]
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Warren G
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not all 2.0's are redtops
c20xe aka redtop 150bhp
x20xev - later engine with ecocrap stuff 134bhp
c20seh - 8valve 130bhp
c20ne - 8valve 115bhp
8valves are cheaper and can be more reliable, but less power
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SXI - Matt
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What would be the best one to go for then im thinking about fitting it my self with a mate both work on engines befor but never a engine transplant, also what other bits will i need?
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Dean_W
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What engine is in it now?
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Warren G
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i guess its a x12xe atm, there harder to rewire i think
just go for the usual retop, but make sure its a good one first
you will need
engine with ecu/loom
gearbox
driveshaft/cv joints
engine mounts
different rad fan i think
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Dean_W
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If your doing it yourself Matt, make sure you have everything you'll need. A mate of mine did his without the correct parts and tools. It took him 3 days.
Preparation is the key 
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SXI - Matt
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Its currently a 1.2 16v sxi un-sure of the engine number, completely standard im goin to be looking at some coilovers as well could i just get a donor car with the red top in and go from there, im going to make sure iv got all tools parts ect ect, what sort of millage should i be looking at on the engine and what cars do they come with
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Dean_W
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Car wise you'll need an Astra GTE, GSI, Cav 2.0 16 valve, Calibra 2.0 16 valve.
You'll need mounts, exhaust welding up, or a decent system putting on it. Bigger brakes (off the 2.0 car you get the engine out of) Also, some C20Xe's came with a larger bottom pulley to drive the alternator and power steering. IIRC You need to change that for the single v belt type, because it's thinner.
Oh yeah, you'll need to mod the bulkhead aswell to fit it in.
I haven't got a clue about wiring though.
[Edited on 14-08-2007 by Dean_W]
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SXI - Matt
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What have i got to do to the bulk head for it to fit? how do i no wether itl be ok to use with my power steering dont really want to loose it?
[Edited on 14-08-2007 by SXI - Matt]
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Dean_W
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The bulk head needs some smacking back with a hammer or a piece of it chopping out. The power steering can be used. You need to buy the adapter plate so it sit further back, and a smaller belt.
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SXI - Matt
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If i dont keep the power steering can i get away with out using a smaller belt and an adaptor plate, is this the easiest engine to fit then?
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Warren G
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you dont have powersteering anyway
you have Electric Power Steering (EPS) with is a motor in the steering column
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SXI - Matt
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Ah right lol now i feel like a twat, forgot about that even thou it flashes me in the face every time i turn the car on so dats not a problem then i dont have to worry about that, so with a donor car ready iv got every think i need except coilovrs its there a cheaper option then a set of decent coilovers?
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