AE with Zyxel DSL (660RU) modem problems

Hello!
I've recently bought an AE and got a Zyxel 660RU modem and have tried to set up a wireless network. I have managed to connect to the internet using the airport but the connection isn't good and seems to stall after a few minutes use. It is not a problem with distance as the signal is full. I was hoping to use the airport express to share the internet connection between my desktop G5 and a PC portable.
I am wondering if the data transfer stalls because the Zyxel DSL is a modem and not a router. I am no expert in Internet connection so i am not sure.
If it is that, would it be possible to connect a router in between the modem and the airport express? Would that improve things? Or would i have to get a DSL router?
Please help as i've looked on all the forum and can't seem to get a clear answer!
G5 1.8 Ghz Mac OS X (10.4.3) Zyxel 660 RU, Airport Express

The information on Zyxel's web site indicates that the P-660 is a gateway.....a combination modem and router in one box.
In order to use the AirPort Extreme with the Zyxel gateway, the AirPort Extreme will need to be connected with an Ethernet cable from one of the LAN ports on the Zyxel to the WAN port on the AirPort Extreme and the Extreme will need to be configured in Bridge Mode to operate correctly.
The AirPort Extreme will be able to provide a wireless network when it is in Bridge Mode, but the Guest Network feature cannot be enabled in this type of setup.

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