Hi im looking to get a ford 1500 engine . but could some one tell me the differance between ford 1500 GT engine?

Hello 1500GT pre crossflow , they are not as plentiful as they used to be , you could look at ebay or maybe try posting a wanted ad at 105speed.com forum . i know there is some interest in pre crossflow and crossflow motors there.
It is not too difficult to turn a standard 1500 into a GT1500 just a question of swapping out parts .
I would look for a 1600 crossflow this is the easier option , still a classic,and a stronger motor than the pre crossflow. with more plentiful tuning goodies and availability although prices are rising.
If you must have the pre crossflow but are unable to find a complete motor , You can bolt the pre crossflow head to the crossflow bottom end if you use flat top pistons , thus gaining the crossflow strength and extra cubic capacity . It all comes down to cash or you may be lucky and find or pick up some bargains.
Some thoughts....You can buy a brand new crated 2.0 zetec motor on ebay for £700 , You may spend double that on reconditioning an old motor.. its worth thinking about.
Regards Rob

Hi rob thanks for that info .Not sure wot to do as the boat does need a new engine and i was trying to keep it original

Why does it need a new engine? Is the old one badly corroded?? If not can't you rebuild the old one, they are pretty simple to say the least?

Just a thought.

Hello , just spotted this . looks like some enthusiastic bidding allready.

Item number: 280311201732

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Ford-Pre-x-flow-1 ... 240%3A1318

Hi the engine siezed up. so would like to get a replacment

Hi rnb
price going up so mite give it a mis

Suggest you get in touch with 'Simmonds' he has a Ford Mk2 Escort engine under the bench which he might liberate, he has not registered on this the new forum yet, if you are interested, leave me a private message with a contact no. and I will pass it on...

glynn wrote:Hi the engine siezed up. so would like to get a replacment

Glyn,

Contact Andy at Newark Engines (01636822614)

He'll rebuild your engine to any spec you want!

got a 1500 pre cross flow of ebay £175 picking it up in the week will give him a call soon
glynn