dodge cummins into chev 3500HD
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dodge cummins into chev 3500HD
i have a '95 chevrolet 3500HD, 6.5 turbo, 5 speed, with 14 ft flatbed. i would really like to install a dodge cummins in it but can find no info on this conversion. any info appreciated, especially re: computers, using my present 5 spd. trans., body lift for clearance, ANY info. thanks.
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If you go for a 94-98 12V you really dont have a whole lot of computer stuff to worry about. You frame and front end should be sufficient (not sure about the torsion bars though - a leaf spring/solid diff conversion may be necessary.
As for the engine, Id recommend a 97 or 98 12V - 215 hp and are the most reliable pickup engines that Cummins has made and can be turned up a LOT for cheap.
Sorry, I dont have any links for the conversion. There's a company in Montana that does Cummins/Ford conversions. Maybe they have some info or can handle it.
www.fordcummins.com
Good Luck.
As for the engine, Id recommend a 97 or 98 12V - 215 hp and are the most reliable pickup engines that Cummins has made and can be turned up a LOT for cheap.
Sorry, I dont have any links for the conversion. There's a company in Montana that does Cummins/Ford conversions. Maybe they have some info or can handle it.
www.fordcummins.com
Good Luck.
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Might want to do some measurements in the engine compartment. Probably will have a hard time getting the big six cylinder to fit in there.
I did read somewhere (maybe the dieselpage.com) that some people have installed a smaller I6 Isuzu diesel out of the box cab trucks you see running around.
MikeyB
I did read somewhere (maybe the dieselpage.com) that some people have installed a smaller I6 Isuzu diesel out of the box cab trucks you see running around.
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Turbodieselregister.com has a section for conversions. You can read them free. I htink there is a motor-mount that tilts the engine for clearance if you dont want to alter the hood and maybe fire-wall. Some, I think altered the fire-wall for clearance. The guys at Ford-Cummins, I believe have converted other brands, try advance-adaptors to mount it your tranny. Unless you plan on a lot of mods, and heavy loads, you could try going without an inner cooler first to save room, and add the i.c. later if it doesn't make you happy.
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Without lifting the body off of the fram the innercooler will not fit, I have seen one in a truck as you described and the guy put the cooler out in front of the radiator on a very stout brush guard. Goodluck,,,Rick
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