Diesel Swap into 1999 Vehicross

[sleveritt]

Excuse my ignorance, but was is an SBC?

Yeah, the logistics are to pretty much change the entire driveline. 3.5L Engine is bad (and I found it a tad too underpowered in the Trooper both off-road and on the highways). Hence the upgrade to a more torquey engine. Seeing that the 4L30E cannot hold up to 300+lb*ft of torque, the 700R4 automatic bolts up via the isuzudieselswapper.com kit. Engine mounts are no bigger, just some plate steel and some welding and ta-dah!

From that point on, we will just have to see. If that setup can connect to the transfer case, then most things should work. If not (or the engine is too tall), then plan on a lift and getting a NP transfer case, driveshafts, axles, brakes, wheels and tires... Logical progression.

Any diesel enthusiasts out there? Or am I just trying to cross-pollinate?

Haven't thought about the 3L TDI in the Bighorn (not sure it would be emissions compliant for US roads), but if you find info - please direct me to it!

Sam

[Triathlete]

SBC=Small Block Chevy

[uncle_asa]

Any diesel enthusiasts out there? Or am I just trying to cross-pollinate?

Haven't thought about the 3L TDI in the Bighorn (not sure it would be emissions compliant for US roads), but if you find info - please direct me to it!

According to our guru, 4JX1 is Euro III compliant. I think it might be legal for US roads.