New guy from Idaho
Hi! Peter from the McCall Idaho. I am working on a frame off restoration of a 1985 Chevy K30 Crew Cab that I have converted to a short bed. I am looking for information that will help with my choice of engine. Either a GM 6.5l TD or a Cummins 12v. Still undecided. The frame has been painted so I am at a stand still until I decide, lol!:hellox:
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:c:I'd vote for 12 valve if you can find one:tu:
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I have done a little research. The swap is pretty straight forward other than to simplify it I would then have to run a Dodge NV4500 and a Dodge style NP 205. Not that I am opposed other than it becomes less a GM:humm:
I have talked with Ken and Dawna at Auto World and I like their engine crossmember. I would also put on a 1" body lift to help if I go that route. |
:hellox:12 valve:tu:
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You Cummins guys:c:
I will be hanging out for a while in the 12v and 6.5 sections. |
Id go with the 12v definitely. We owned both on the farm and the 12v engine outlasted the 6.5 by a long shot, and also outpulled. But the body/frame of the dodge fell apart completely while the GM did pretty good for how much they were both abused!
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If you want to keep it more GM, you should look at a 6.6 Duramax. A lot more power and aftermarket support than the 6.5, but a lot more wiring too. The wiring is why I "voted" for the 12 valve, that aspect should be simpler. It's your truck, just keep us updated:c:
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Both the GM 6.5 and the 12v come in mechanical pump format. I just don't have that comfort feeling yet.:argh:
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I like the body style on those mid eighties crew cabs. Sounds like a cool project.
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It's fun. It is my stress relief. Now if I can decide on an engine:dang:
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