Ford Escort GT>2.5 V6

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T4TURBO
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Ford Escort GT>2.5 V6

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hello all! ive been searching around here for awhile now and posted a couple things to get some answers i couldnt find answered. so far you guys have been a real big help.

now heres my situation:
i have a 1991 ford escort GT 5-speed. im looking to put the ford probe GT 2.5 KLDE engine and tranny into my car.
now here is the list of parts that i think i would need. since the MX-3 is a BG chasis car just like the escort gt's im hoping you guys who do the B6e to klde/klze swap can help me out in 3 ways:
#1 let me know if im missing any parts at all
#2 let me know if you know of a better price for the parts i list
#3 let me know if there is anything that i should watch out for while doing this swap.

ok heres my parts list and prices:
Engine: $150
MX-3 mototr mounts/Wiring harness:$75
2 probe gt axles: $50
Timing belt and pullies: $80
MX-3 Flywheel: free
Spark plugs: $10
Plug wires: $80
Distributor: $100
Tranny: $100-$400
OE style Clutch: $100
ECU: $45

im guessing i'll have to get a custom exhaust setup too so: $110

a couple other questions i have:
can i use my stock radiator/starter?
how would i go about getting the speedo to work? the escorts/proteges/mx-3s used a cable driven speedo and from what i've heard, all the V6 cars used a electronic speedo. does anyone know if there is a cheap fix to this problem? if not then i could just opt for a V6 mx-3 dashboard...
thanks for all the help so far guys!
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Post by Ateana »

heres a tip if your getting a kl engine for 150 bucks make sure its in good condition
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Post by 93SOHC »

Try giving Geranimo here on the forums a PM or something, I think he had a Escort wagon or something w/ a KLDE. If it wasn't him, no harm no foul... :oops:
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Post by T4TURBO »

i already have checked out the engine. and looked for all the signs of wear that i got off probetalk.com. it seems to be in fine condition
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Post by hgallegos915 »

ive seen it done an an escort gt..guy could never get the wiring right..was on a cardomain page...but forgot where.
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