The trouble for those chasing more power is that an intercooler of some sort will need to be added. With the weight of the engine being a third of Jeep Wrangler, the added mass up front can have a negative effect on the handling. The added weight also puts more strain on the vehicle's suspension and axles. Weight is often relative when it comes to a heavily modified 4x4. Some will argue that the fuel savings will justify the conversion.
This can depend greatly on what powerplant you are moving from. Again, this is dependent on application. Can you turn up the power? The mass availability, simplicity and slew of manual and automatic transmission options make it look great on paper. No matter what you decide, when it comes to engine swaps, the 3.
Sign up for more restomod content to add horsepower to your inbox. Cheap and Simple Hitting the market in , the first 3. The Bigger the Size, the Greater the Power Diesel engines are notoriously large, and the family of B-series Cummins diesels are some of the longest and tallest. Available and Reliable The earlier 4BT engines are still the easiest to come by — the most desirable equipped with the P mechanical injection pump, often referred to as the P-pump engine.
I looked into one for a project I am in the middle of and the swaps that are completed seem to change hands quite quickly because they are a very industrial driving experience. I went with a mercedes 5 cylinder instead which is more refined, although with more limited power potential.
I occasionally want a bread van for a tow vehicle. What are they like to drive for 4 hours on the highway? You'll need to log in to post. Log in. Login Digital Edition Buy a Subscription. Maybe you can find something similar to this: Van. Or this: Other van.
Vigo wrote: Lately i've been thinking about putting a 4bt into a 96 Ram Also, a bread truck will take up a lot of space This pops up on Craigslist local to me fairly often. Not cheap though. Don49 wrote: I am a salesman for Cohen Tuck Parts. I will give you a call sometime today. And gets it on the road faster! Vigo wrote: I own a 97 with the vavle 6bt. If you're thinking of the swap I think you are, it's been done.
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The only down side of the 4BT is that it runs relatively rough when compared to 6BT engines. While these numbers are a fraction of what the 12V or 24V Cummins engines produce from the factory, these numbers can go up quick! You can improve 4BT Cummins performance specs easily because they share many of the same internals as 12V 5. In these cases, the engines are often modified for greater than stock performance.
There are a ton of 4BT Cummins performance upgrades out there like modified injectors, turbochargers, and others.
Many people also upgrade them for greater durability by using ARP head studs. Cummins diesel engines are known to be fuel efficient by most diesel truck enthusiasts. This engine holds that stereo-type to be true. This is a major reason in why this engine is commonly used in Jeep Wranglers or even old classic cars. It can offer mpg in the high-teens or 20s in many applications. This is a frequently asked because so many people are after these engines to swap into their project vehicles.
Thankfully, because these engines were so widely used there are a ton out there. Unfortunately while there are plenty that exist, many of these engines are old, beaten up, and need some love to get back to their former glory days.
Even used engines are likely to cost you a pretty-penny though! Many people have realized the value and potential of 4BT Cummins engines so even abused engines are still expensive. If you are looking for a good deal on a 4BT engine, check out our list of the 4 best places to find a 3. Be cautious though, as you can often find motors in need of serious work.
This is the best option for very mechanically inclined people who plan to build their vehicle on their own. You can often also find completed project vehicles that already have a 4BT Cummins installed. This is an easier route that will likely save you tons of time and headaches when compared to building a project vehicle from the ground-up. Check out this jeep we found. Another good way to find a 4BT Cummins for sale is by posting and searching in diesel truck forums.
Try focusing on ones specifically for Cummins-equipped vehicles. This is a good way to land one that might even have been modified already!
They even offer a ton of knowledge on these engines for free on their blog! If you have the money to spend, this would probably be the preferred route that I recommend the most. It will also just likely be the most expensive.
This would be my last resort.
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