Toyota 2B diesel motor for LJ72

[Mian]

Hi everyone. I have a technical question and hope that I can get the best answer here. I have a Toyota LJ72(Prado) 92 model (without a motor) and plan to install a Toyota 2B diesel motor lying in my garage in this LJ72. Is the idea practical? Looking forward to expert feedback. Thanks

 

[bj70bc]

do you have another option......

 

[Mian]

do you have another option......

Hi, I have a rebuilt 2B lying in my garage. It's original 2L/3L motors are there in the market but for $$.

 

[OGBeno]

Considering your location and situation, I would just drop the thing in and run it.

 

[bj70bc]

2l...2b your prob better off with the B engine especially if the 2l isnt free

 

[Mian]

Considering your location and situation, I would just drop the thing in and run it.

Thanks, appreciate your input.

 

[Mian]

Actually my question should have been a more direct one, sorry for that. I should have asked about the balance of SUV on curvy roads(curves are a distraction anyway..lol). Fabrication of this project is not a problem, I have a bolt on gear housing for the 2B, clutch etc. What concerns me is the car's stability in turns and bends due to the weight difference in the two motors which I assume to be 100 lbs plus, although I don't drive fast(max 60 mph on straight highways) and am careful on bends. I am keen to know about its stability on road bends due to this increased centrifugal pull from a heavier motor(if any appreciable, of course speed matters). Have a great weekend.

 

[Greek Cruiserhead]

Hi mate!
It seems that you need another gearbox too: ratios and input shaft are different...

 

[Mian]

Hi mate!
It seems that you need another gearbox too: transmission ratios and input shaft are different...

Appreciate your input. I bought a 13B bell housing which is a bolt on fit with the LJ72 5 speed gear, 2B motor and its clutch assembly so solved the input shaft match issue. Had a test run yesterday and the motor seemed unbothered (but definitely not like a turbo, after all it's 45 years old technology). Of course here is difference in transmission ratios, trials are going to show up any hidden hitches. Looking forward to opinions. Thanks bro.