Fj 40 Diesel Conversion
Submitted: Sunday, Jan 26, 2020 at 21:07
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Big Daddy 69
I’m looking at buying pre 74 40 series’ with a 1f, just wondering what conversions are out there to change it to a diesel? And if anyone has done it before? I’ve developed a bit of a list just making sure what I’m in for! Thanks!
67 40 series with Holden 253, possible option
Reply By: Ozhumvee - Monday, Jan 27, 2020 at 06:43
Monday, Jan 27, 2020 at 06:43
The diesel drivetrain from a later model FJ45 or 47 should pretty much bolt in.
The best Toyota diesel to put in would be the 1HZ motor out of a 75, 80 or 100 series, they are all six cylinder and Toyota never put a four cylinder in a 45 or 47 in Oz.
Either of those engines would need a rebuild at this stage in life unless you are lucky enough to find one that has been already done.
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Follow Up By: Big Daddy 69 - Monday, Jan 27, 2020 at 17:12
Monday, Jan 27, 2020 at 17:12
I was thinking a H/2h/12 ht as I like them more but thank you for your suggestions!
What is your idea surrounding the drive trains?
Thank you!
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Reply By: Bob Y. - Qld - Monday, Jan 27, 2020 at 09:31
Monday, Jan 27, 2020 at 09:31
Have seen one with a Cat 3208 engine in it!
Cat Power.
As
well as the 12HT Eagle mentioned, the 1-HDT would be a good choice. Toyota reliability(once the big end issue was sorted), Turbo power & no electronics, like the later versions.
Have seen an F-100 with a small Cummins 6 in it. The Ford Barra motor is popular, but you're dealing with electronics then.
Bob
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Follow Up By: 9900Eagle - Monday, Jan 27, 2020 at 17:55
Monday, Jan 27, 2020 at 17:55
Hell Bob, with that truck engine you would have to stick a couple of 5" stacks on it. LOL
Good to see you are getting some rain, I see
Lake Julius is 92% and rising and the Curry is flowing.
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Follow Up By: Big Daddy 69 - Monday, Jan 27, 2020 at 18:05
Monday, Jan 27, 2020 at 18:05
Any idea what he had changed on it? Thanks Cob!
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Follow Up By: Ron N - Tuesday, Jan 28, 2020 at 17:42
Tuesday, Jan 28, 2020 at 17:42
To fit a Cat 3208 V8, you would need to strengthen the chassis and front axle, and install custom-made springs and strengthen the spring perches.
Then there would be a major braking system upgrade needed to stop it.
A 3208 weighs at least 750kgs, that is a serious increase in weight of about 420kgs over any Toyota 6 cyl diesel, and 390kgs heavier than the Toyota 1VD-FTV diesel V8.
I don't understand how you could actually get a 45 Series Toyota registered with a Cat 3208 fitted.
I've seen an F-350 Ford with a 3208 fitted, it was a shoehorn fit, and it was very front heavy.
Cheers, Ron.
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Follow Up By: 9900Eagle - Tuesday, Jan 28, 2020 at 17:58
Tuesday, Jan 28, 2020 at 17:58
Ron to add to the list of mods, you would have to replace the drivetrain as
well, from memory a low rated 3208 was about 800nm of torque.
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Follow Up By: Bob Y. - Qld - Tuesday, Jan 28, 2020 at 20:55
Tuesday, Jan 28, 2020 at 20:55
I haven’t eyeballed the vehicle, so don’t know what mods have been done with the transplant.
Tidy ute.
Ron, you might be able to find the owner & find out the specs?
Some good rain around the west, about 120mm in
Winton, and even higher falls south of town. Good start, albeit a slow one.
Bob
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Follow Up By: Ron N - Thursday, Jan 30, 2020 at 19:14
Thursday, Jan 30, 2020 at 19:14
Hi Bob - Yes, that 45 series traytop with the Cat 3208 appears to be carrying a Boddington number plate, so it may be possible to track it down - although it could take a while.
I used to own a
farm between Boddington and Wandering, and there were quite a few "revheads" in the area!
Cheers, Ron.
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Reply By: tonysmc - Monday, Jan 27, 2020 at 10:26
Monday, Jan 27, 2020 at 10:26
I'd contact Marks4wd adaptors, they seem to have conversion kits for everything.
A old friend put a 5 speed in his 40 series and that made a huge difference. It was diesel but I cannot remember if converted it to diesel or not. It was a long time ago and I think diff ratios may have to be changed as
well if going from petrol to diesel (5 speed conversion may negate this?) He didn't use the company above but I'm sure they'd know the issues
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Follow Up By: Big Daddy 69 - Monday, Jan 27, 2020 at 18:07
Monday, Jan 27, 2020 at 18:07
I tired them before but no luck, I think I’ll try them again!
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Reply By: Member - DOZER - Wednesday, Jan 29, 2020 at 15:14
Wednesday, Jan 29, 2020 at 15:14
Gday, keep in mind you will need to engineer most of the conversions, if your year model didnt come diesel. I cant remember when the 1h started being used. My sons mate put a 12ht in his fj45 and had to take it back out for this reason.
I have seen the dyna 14b motor used in the shorties, which were 3.7 litre direct injection and thesame to look at as a 3b, so theoretically, a drive train available from a wrecker would bolt straight up.
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