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    Engine choice

    Hi can anyone tell me what the difference is between the zetec black & silver top engines which is the better of them can a type 9 5 speed gearbox be used on either of them any advice will be appreciated

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    Re: Engine choice

    i believe black tops are generally an improved design, and newer, but i dont think theres much in it. a t9 will bolt up to either

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    Re: Engine choice

    The Silvers have a couple of alternative water pumps - the escort type has the correct rotation for a short belt run to avoid the serpentine extended belt run. Power wise the silver 2.0L is about 10-15hp down on the Black tops either std or when tuned - whether it's head design or cams its generally consistent.

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    Re: Engine choice

    agree with both above but never heard of a power difference, in fact it doesnt add up as 160-165 is generally a std engine on twin carbs or t/bs and an 1800 is around 150 on both types from memory. i would still pick a blacktop now as silvertops are getting on a bit.

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