Diesel options? (1 Viewer)

[RiverRatMatt]

I know, I know, there are a lot of threads about diesel conversions and I've been reading up on the subject. What I'm finding as I research the motor options is the choice isn't quite as clear-cut as I'd thought. For example, the 4BTA would be a significant upgrade in torque, but a downgrade in horsepower. What I also didn't realize is that it weighs 800 lbs dry, compared to the 2UZ-FE's ~600 lbs. That's not too far off, but if I wanted more HP and torque, I thought the next place I'd look would be the 6BT.. until I realized the motor weighs 1100 lbs dry.

For something like a 60 series, the choice is pretty clear (I now have a daydream about getting a 62 and putting in a 4BT), but it seems Toyota did a good job matching engine to vehicle when they chose the 2UZ-FE for the 100 series.

So, in the unlikely event that my 2UZ dies before I do an electric conversion (probably 5-10 years out), what diesel motors would be good substitutes for it? (Considering this through the lens of what is available in the US...)

 

[uzj100]

I would go LS L92 or L96 until the electric is available.

L96 6.0L Crate Engine - 12677741 | Chevrolet Performance

L92 6.2L Engine Specs: Performance, Bore & Stroke, Cylinder Heads, Cam Specs & More - OnAllCylinders

I want diesel too however they are expensive.

LANDCRUISER 80/100 DIESEL | Diesel Toys® |TOYOTA DIESEL CONVERSION EXPERTS

I talked to DieselToyz and they can add a chip and upgraded intercooler.

 

[cj10]

Isuzu 4bd1-T
Mercedes OM617
Mercedes OM606

 

[uzj100]

Isuzu 4bd1-T
Mercedes OM617
Mercedes OM606

Forgot about the incredible MB Diesels. How about OM648?

Mercedes-Benz OM648 engine - Wikipedia

Mercedes OM606 turbo Diesel 80 series Land Cruiser

 

[saucebox]

Get whatever Benz motor they put in the G Wagons. This dude did something like 600,000km in one. Gunther, Christine and Otto

 

[half k cruiser]

Get whatever Benz motor they put in the G Wagons. This dude did something like 600,000km in one. Gunther, Christine and Otto

600,000km, Bro that's only like 200 American miles !

 

[jLB]

Get whatever Benz motor they put in the G Wagons. This dude did something like 600,000km in one. Gunther, Christine and Otto

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Because it's not like the original 2UZ-FE could go a million miles or anything like that:

Million Mile Tundra: The Tear Down

After spending a few months touring various Toyota facilities, the Million Mile Tundra’s body, interior, and engine were recently torn down to examine just how well each individual piece held up during its life.

www.trucktrend.com

(and that is the "inferior" US made 2UZ-FE)
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If I was going to spend the money on a diesel conversion, even though they're hard to come by here in the states, a 1HD-FTE would seem like the way to go, but it's probably not cost effective in the US.

 

[Moridinbg]

What I also didn't realize is that it weighs 800 lbs dry, compared to the 2UZ-FE's ~600 lbs. That's not too far off, but if I wanted more HP and torque, I thought the next place I'd look would be the 6BT.. until I realized the motor weighs 1100 lbs dry.

Diesels are heavy. HDJ100 vs UZJ100 the difference is about 400kg (~880lb), most of which around the engine.

 

[gungriffin]

Wouldn't it just make the most sense to pay the cash to get someone to import a LHD diesel 80 out of South America or Europe? There are some decent examples that are now older than 25 years.

Get whatever Benz motor they put in the G Wagons. This dude did something like 600,000km in one. Gunther, Christine and Otto

In a video in the article you linked to the odometer is showing 870,000 km. Not too shabby.