diesel swap
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diesel swap
I have A 1986 ranger with a 2.9 v6. I am thinking of doing a diesel swap and I am wondering what engine and trans combos would work best for this. I was thinking 4bt but there are may other options that could work. Any Ideas? Thanks for the help.
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i've heard the Isuzu 4BD1 diesel will also fit with some fab work into a Ranger..my 2.9L is getting tired.. would love a Diesel, but i can't afford one at the moment, and I have no place to do the swap..
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Swapping a diesel into a Ranger will take fab work any way you look at it. For less fab work a smaller diesel would be the way to go. 4BT or the Isuzu 4BD1
No matter what you choose, you will have to fab up engine and transmission mounts, and probably have to brace up the frame
No matter what you choose, you will have to fab up engine and transmission mounts, and probably have to brace up the frame
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I know there is fab work either way I go. Im just looking to find the best swap options for the truck without replacing all the drivetrain and suspension. I have read some storys of kubota engines in a ranger has anyone seen this and what are you opinions? Thanks for all ur help
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You could also swap a Perkins 2.2l Diesel, the Ranger came with this engine for a couple years....
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The Perkins or Mitsubishi diesels would be the easiest since they were fatory options.
Cummins 4BT and Isuzu 4BD would be fairly easy, but pricey.
Anything bigger than those would weigh too much.
Josh
Cummins 4BT and Isuzu 4BD would be fairly easy, but pricey.
Anything bigger than those would weigh too much.
Josh
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I have a 91 with the izuzu 4 in it with a 4 speed and i love it. 52 mpg and took less than a week to swap from start to finish. Your best bet would be to find a donor truck and have fun.
Its a great learning experience and you can build to suit your needs. Imo
Good luck
Its a great learning experience and you can build to suit your needs. Imo
Good luck