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07-23-2014, 03:51 AM
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Looking at this. Maybe powerstroke it
69 4x4 what u all think.
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07-23-2014, 05:34 AM
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Putting a Diesel engine into a gasser can get expensive. If you want to use a Powerstroke engine and transmission, you'll need all the computer controls and associated wiring.
Popular mod is a Cummins into a Ford body, check out destroked.com (I think that's the right name). Post a bunch of pics if you do this project.
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07-23-2014, 06:52 AM
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No no no no no!  Cummins all the way! 
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07-23-2014, 06:53 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by chuckster57
Putting a Diesel engine into a gasser can get expensive. If you want to use a Powerstroke engine and transmission, you'll need all the computer controls and associated wiring.
Popular mod is a Cummins into a Ford body, check out destroked.com (I think that's the right name). Post a bunch of pics if you do this project.
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yep! http://www.destroked.com
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07-23-2014, 07:23 AM
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Donor is my current tow rig
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07-23-2014, 08:17 AM
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That's a cool truck and would be a great tv 
Keep us posted on your plans with it!
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07-23-2014, 08:19 AM
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That's a project I would like to do in the future!! Truck looks pretty straight. Good luck!!
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07-23-2014, 11:03 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by gkainz
No no no no no! Cummins all the way! |
Mega dittoes on the Cummins. For ultimate reliability, find a '94-'98, 12 valve (Bosch mechanical injection), with torque plate for desired power level and a 6-speed, NV5600 hooked to a Dana 80 rear end.
We put almost 300,000 miles on our 12 valve with no issues. Didn't even have to add oil between 5,000 mile oil changes. Did valve adjustments every 25K miles, and only a few were off no more than .0001". Not bad for a spec of .010" intake and .020" exhaust. Half the moving parts and twice the bearing surface area of a Powerstroke. Hell of a motor...
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07-23-2014, 12:27 PM
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I would also say ditto on the Cummins. Loved that engine over our current Powerstroke. But, stay away from the 5.9 w/ 53 cast block from Brazil if going with 24 valve (1998 - 2001-ish years?), this is one time Made in Mexico is a great thing. Trust me.
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07-23-2014, 09:18 PM
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As COOL as it is, unless money ain't no thang, it will never ride as well as something newer. Sorry, pal.
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07-23-2014, 09:25 PM
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Quote:
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As COOL as it is, unless money ain't no thang, it will never ride as well as something newer. Sorry, pal.
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how true, HOW TRUE.... but some people endure "old cars without A/C just to be "cool" Me, I'd prefer the comforts of "modern day technology"
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07-23-2014, 10:30 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by vampress_me
I would also say ditto on the Cummins. Loved that engine over our current Powerstroke. But, stay away from the 5.9 w/ 53 cast block from Brazil if going with 24 valve (1998 - 2001-ish years?), this is one time Made in Mexico is a great thing. Trust me.
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Good point!
Edit: More info on the 53 block. 12 valves OK.
http://www.cumminsdieselspecs.com/cummins-53-block.html
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-2014 Cougar 326SRX, Maxxis tires w/TPMS, wet bolts, two 6v batts.
-Four Wheel 8' Popup Camper.
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08-02-2014, 06:39 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JRTJH
how true, HOW TRUE.... but some people endure "old cars without A/C just to be "cool" Me, I'd prefer the comforts of "modern day technology" |
I beleive u all misunderstood my 95 is the donor ie chassis, a/c and front seat
Allitte modding to set it omto the newer chassis. But no power windows
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08-02-2014, 09:14 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by robo
I beleive u all misunderstood my 95 is the donor ie chassis, a/c and front seat
Allitte modding to set it omto the newer chassis. But no power windows
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I understood fully what you want to do. As long as EVERYTHING powertrain is in the donor, then your half way there. You may have a problem with the front suspension due to the weight of the PSD.
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Airlift 5000 bags, Prodigy brake control, 5 gauges on the pillar.Used to tow a '97 Jayco 323RKS.
Now an RVIA registered tech. Retired from Law enforcement in 2008 after 25+ yrs.
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08-02-2014, 09:20 AM
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No put the 69 cab on powerstroke frame
Ie body swap
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08-02-2014, 09:43 AM
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Okay, NOW it's clear.
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2012 Copper Canyon 273FWRET being towed by a 1994 Ford F350 CC,LB,Dually diesel.
Airlift 5000 bags, Prodigy brake control, 5 gauges on the pillar.Used to tow a '97 Jayco 323RKS.
Now an RVIA registered tech. Retired from Law enforcement in 2008 after 25+ yrs.
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08-03-2014, 07:44 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by robo
No put the 69 cab on powerstroke frame
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That would be the way to do that! Cool truck to do that with for sure
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