Interested in an engine swap

[Lopott]

Long story short current 2F runs great but tired of chasing the leaks.
Currently Cummins has a $1500 discount on their 2.8 crate engine.
or tried and true LS, or if you really want to get crazy go full electric (check out EV west).

I (mechanic) put in an H55 and a rebuilt transfer case last year.

This is driven only in non salt summer months as it is super clean with zero rust or even a hint of a bubble.

Question is where to go? Profitts, Torfab, Thin line Offroad. with all the hubbub on RSO not interested there.
Or have it done locally even though most have never done it. LS swap very commonly done around here.

comment/suggestions are greatly appreciated
thanks.

 

[OSS]

If you're keen on the Cummins 2.8 turbo diesel, Torfab would definitely be my destination.

Builds - Cummins R2.8 Conversion build thread

We got our hands on a couple of these engines last month, and are knee deep in the first one right now. So far we have dropped an engine into the bay with an H55f behind it. We're working on making brackets for everything (engine, ECM, fan, intercooler, fuel filter, radiator, etc). I'm hoping...

forum.ih8mud.com

 

[jakerudy]

Classic Cruisers in CO. Couldn't be happier with my swap.

 

[aviafx]

x2 on Torfab

 

[Carp]

I saw @OverLand Cruisers at Expo West this past weekend and they had a 60 there with a R2.8 Cummins in it that he drove down from MT. Looked very clean. Have their own adapters to adapt to H55 and bracketry.

 

[OverLand Cruisers]

That was Stephen at Overland Cruisers Montana, not us.

Cool kit! He's getting some solid mileage with that 2.8.

We had the two blue 40s, white 60, and Tiny House Tundra

 

[Carp]

My bad, I think I meant @bagochips76 you're right.

(Hijack - those were beautiful 40s you had )

 

[OverLand Cruisers]

Thanks!!

 

[OverLand Cruisers]

Long story short current 2F runs great but tired of chasing the leaks.
Currently Cummins has a $1500 discount on their 2.8 crate engine.
or tried and true LS, or if you really want to get crazy go full electric (check out EV west).

I (mechanic) put in an H55 and a rebuilt transfer case last year.

This is driven only in non salt summer months as it is super clean with zero rust or even a hint of a bubble.

Question is where to go? Profitts, Torfab, Thin line Offroad. with all the hubbub on RSO not interested there.
Or have it done locally even though most have never done it. LS swap very commonly done around here.

comment/suggestions are greatly appreciated
thanks.

Being that it is only driven in the summer months, and it doesn't seem like you're chasing MPG, why not just re-seal the 2F?

Or perhaps rebuild and balance it while you have it out?

As the truck is super straight it might be nice to keep a TEQ mill in it.

Pics?

 

[Lopott]

 

[Lopott]

 

[tmxmotorsports]

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Thats a really clean 60 might want to take @OverLand Cruisers advice and keep it stock 2f

 

[OverLand Cruisers]

That is one beautiful 60! Super straight, especially for that neck of the woods.
Was it a western truck or has it just been a summer driver its whole life?

My vote (like I have one...lol) would be give the 2F some spa time and keep her original.

 

[NCFJ]

Howdy Johnny @OverLand Cruisers, hope that you are well. That is a nice looking cruiser for sure. Don't know if I agree with a 2F refresh though

BTW Johnny, I pulled Ed (the 62) out of the line today and gave him a good wash down. Trying to light a fire under myself for personal projects.

 

[bagochips76]

@Lopott PM on the way about a Cummins R2.8 swap

 

[OverLand Cruisers]

Howdy Johnny @OverLand Cruisers, hope that you are well. That is a nice looking cruiser for sure. Don't know if I agree with a 2F refresh though

BTW Johnny, I pulled Ed (the 62) out of the line today and gave him a good wash down. Trying to light a fire under myself for personal projects.

Hey Stan! You'd put something with way more power that weighs less in it! That is proper math. Not the most practical but I have a soft spot in my heart for the 2F.

So cool about Ed! Are you going with an LS3 with a 4L60E? I can't wait to see your progress. Some day I'll catch up and get after my personal projects as well.

Cheers!

 

[HemiAlex]

I’ve got 312,000 on my 2F and it doesn’t leak anything.

Oem side over gasket, rear main seal, new oil pan and gasket, distributor o ring and valve cover gasket.

I wouldn’t pull a 2F for leaks. I drive mine daily and far more than most, and I’ve got no issues.

 

[Lopott]

New Mexico truck. Midwest interior. Most of above has been done.

Thanks for interest and comments.

Biggest issue is swap cost vs drive time.
At some point should just let it go as it would actually get use some where else. And I have 3 other cruisers.

 

[old87yota]

Another vote for keeping the 2F!

Why not keep this Land Cruiser the way it was meant to be?

 

[Forerunner]

Another vote for keeping the 2F!

Why not keep this Land Cruiser the way it was meant to be?

I’d keep the 2F and let Mosley Motors build you a 2F cop motor!