stevesub replied:

My step-son bought a HiLux 1988 that had a petrol motor - but the petrol motor had be put in to replace the blown diesel motor. Gearing is a bit up the creek but it goes OK and he is happy with it.

Easiest way to put another motor in is to get the same as what you had - no engine mount/gearbox/ driveshaft/ transmission, etc problems. Putting a 6 cyl in will also mean that the sump may need modifying, bigger radiator, maybe upgraded brakes and suspension, etc - the list goes on and on. Broken diffs, compliance problems will also be problems once it is finished - no way.

Keep it simple, especially for an old truck.

Stevesub

Member - Davoe (Widgiemooltha) replied:

get a price an a comodore v6 conversion - plenty of places do them and you should be able to get a drive in drive out quote FWIW sell it mucking about costs money and looking back you might wish you had just burned it

keny replied:

jonesey

i have 2 repowers the one that will interest you is an 88 twin cab navara repowered with commodore v6 is very reliable i can provide details and happy snaps if interested

Tanka replied:

Try here:
http://www.industrialdiesel.net/industrial%20engines/8V92%20TAB/8V92TAB.htm

Should move the hilux for you.

Tanka.