Diesel swap: help needed

[WiSDoM]

nice pics but do you think it will fit?:

[Rogue]

nice pics but do you think it will fit?:

If you get one with the side mounted turbo, a suitable tranny that you choose, electric fan.
I believe it can be done.
I will get out there this week-end and do some closer measurements.
Joe

[Joe_Black]

The 4BT is a nice diesel and there are a lot of swaps out there, but at nearly a 1000 lbs. it's a bit hefty for an optimum VX conversion. The 4JG2 comes in under 600 lbs. and that means more than 400 lbs. you don't have to worry about dealing with in suspension and sacrificing to performance.

Research pays!

[Rogue]

4 bt is a 665lbs, ISB (6 cylinders is at 785lbs.
Just FYI...
Joe

[Joe_Black]

That weight is basic nearly-stripped, meaning not quite what you need to run. Here is the long block weight from my Cummins shop manual, minus flywheel & accessories (starter, alternator, etc.):

CSB (Cummins Svc. Bulletin) 3666087-01
B3.9 and B5.9 Series Engines
Section E- Engine Identification
Specifications Page E-5
General 4B Engine data

4BT= 705 pounds, 320 Kg
4BTA = 725 pounds, 329 Kg

When you get the flywheel, transmission adapter, mounts, accessories (starter, alternator, etc.) and such on there then you're over 900 lbs. and nearer a half-ton.

[ZEUS]

Hey Joe, do you or anyone else happen to know the weight of our 3.5's?

[Joe_Black]

The weight of the 6VE1 doesn't appear to be in the CD manual and I unfortunately do not yet have a print shop manual. But in doing some online research and contacting a few rebuilders the best answer is "about 400 lbs." in basic trim.

I'll keep my eyes open for more definitive data.