Custom turbo diesel b2600i 2wd (56k beware)

dealwithit · #**151** (**permalink**) 06-30-2009, 01:28 AM

so i rolled it out today, filled up the rad, (no leaks

) and went for a spin around the block! it still needs a bunch of stuff finished but it does drive! at im guessing around 3k she really starts to pull in third when the boost comes on

have some pics and another video, my net is on the fritz but ill get them up tomorrow

EmJay · #**152** (**permalink**) 06-30-2009, 11:40 AM

that's awesome man!!! can't wait to see the video! how's the handling with the thicker torsions?

Racer X · #**153** (**permalink**) 06-30-2009, 05:44 PM

Glad to hear its going to pay off.Better get a tach for that truck.I don't think that diesel can rev that high.Did you light up the tires for all the headaches?

dealwithit · #**154** (**permalink**) 07-01-2009, 12:41 AM

ok so i got the intake done today, the rear add a leafs removed, my 3" blocks installed, the box put on (temp) and part of my exhaust done

internet is still F'd but im gonna have a whole wack of pictures once its working properly. oh and i did do a burnout today, spins em very easily as soon some boost comes on

Ohm · #**155** (**permalink**) 07-01-2009, 12:46 AM

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Originally Posted by dealwithit

oh and i did do a burnout today, spins em very easily as soon some boost comes on

That's why you pre-load the turbo first

dealwithit · #**156** (**permalink**) 07-01-2009, 01:17 PM

pictures finally!

the look i was going for

my ultimate hidden hitch

enjoy

dealwithit · #**157** (**permalink**) 07-01-2009, 02:44 PM

and another video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_jLKHKxOGc

futrao · #**158** (**permalink**) 07-01-2009, 04:18 PM

great work ken!! i love how the turbo spool inside the cab

sounds great!!

gimpy · #**159** (**permalink**) 07-01-2009, 06:45 PM

Way cool, sounds like a big rig, and if that's all the louder it is I'd run with it

good job Ken!
Gimpy

dealwithit · #**160** (**permalink**) 07-01-2009, 10:16 PM

yah i know, it sounds really cool

i might just dump a 3" pipe infront of the passanger tire for now, still debating on wether to use my stack or not. its only dumping right at the solid crossmember right now, just past the shifter hole.

EmJay · #**161** (**permalink**) 07-01-2009, 10:37 PM

Congrats man, your diesel sounds pretty cool. Making me wish I found a decent turbo to put onto mine (someday.....) I'd go ahead and do the stack man, I wish I could have done the same for mine, it'd be easier for you since you moved the tank.

dealwithit · #**162** (**permalink**) 07-02-2009, 12:23 AM

yah, well i moved the tank for other reasons as well, i can always change the exhaust later on

im thinking ill do some sort of box over the gas tank, i still need to cut another small notch in the front crossmember for the bottom of the PS bracket, have been considering putting in the engine mount shocks as well as it does shake abit lol. i need to look for an electric fan, might be hitting up the ebay for that one.

EmJay · #**163** (**permalink**) 07-02-2009, 01:23 AM

that's the pros and cons of our two swaps. you were able to get yours running in the time it took me to find the parts, but have a few bugs to work out since you pioneered this swap. Your final step involves multiple test drives and diagnostics. My final step is getting it running smooth. Your swap is awesome dude, keep up the good work

dealwithit · #**164** (**permalink**) 07-02-2009, 01:01 PM

thanks man, yah i totally hear ya on that. i started with a good running motor and spent the time and money to get it to work with the truck tranny, where as you took an engine that will directly bolt up but needs to be pieced together and rebuilt in the process. as long as yours holds up for another 200k it'll be well worth it

we'll probably be into them for about the same amount once all is said an done anyways

Racer X · #**165** (**permalink**) 07-03-2009, 01:31 AM

Truck is starting to look good.When you doing the 4wd sheet metal and 17's?