Kubota Ranger - Oregon
Thought I would join the fun and start posting about the conversion I'm doing too. It should be fun to see DetroitDiesel's build and mine progress.
I picked up a V2203 DI from Rangmar about 6mo ago and have finally got the rig and parts to start putting it together. I have most of the parts already, included a K03 turbo and an NPR alternator with the built in vacuum pump. http://s102.photobucket.com/user/flyinmonkeys32/media/20140326_175348_zps288df360.jpg.html I'm starting with a 2000 Ranger. Saw it on my way home from work one day... turned out to be a repo for a really good price. The truck was a 3.0l 4x4 5-speed running 3.73's. http://s102.photobucket.com/user/flyinmonkeys32/media/20140904_181001_zpsa7d439a8.jpg.html Started machining the flywheel a last week and finished tonight. Ended up getting a new Centerforce Clutch and a new slave cylinder because the old one leaked. Turned it down to 11" diameter to fit in the bell housing and faced it down to make a good mounting surface. http://s102.photobucket.com/user/flyinmonkeys32/media/20141007_182611_zps12767124.jpg.html Forgot to take a pic when I had it in the mill but here it is after I put the pins in and drilled the bolt holes. http://s102.photobucket.com/user/flyinmonkeys32/media/20141018_175622_zpse36fc7ed.jpg.html Clutch mounted. http://s102.photobucket.com/user/flyinmonkeys32/media/20141022_192200_zps9937dc29.jpg.html Also got my adapter plate finished tonight. 1" 6061-T6 aluminum. http://s102.photobucket.com/user/flyinmonkeys32/media/20141021_174219_zps62c2cccb.jpg.htmlhttp://s102.photobucket.com/user/flyinmonkeys32/media/20141022_185321_zpsced90f56.jpg.html I will also be doing some upgrades to the truck along the way. -Swapping the weak 7.5" rear for a 8.8" with limited slip. -Swapping the trans out for one out of a 4.0l for the better spread on the ratios. -Swapping to full manual 4x4 and getting rid of the electric transfer case and vacuum hubs Should have more progress in the next few weeks after I pull the motor/trans currently in the truck. (Photobucket changed and I can't figure out how to make thumbnails, mods let me know if you wan them thumbs and I can see if I can figure a different way to post them) |
Looking great did you use the 3.0 pattern or the 4.0 pattern?
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Sweet build can't wait to see the finished product, yours and mine :rocking:
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I got the pics fine. I see 2 bolts in the flywheel in the lathe. Did you bolt the flywheel to a plug or a mandrel, to chuck it up? That would be another way to do it. Do you have a pic of that setup? I am still learning, and work set up seems to be where i have made more than one mistake.
Also your adapter looks very nice, did you measure it by hand? Was it manual cut or cnc? Either way, nice looking |
To get my flywheel in the lathe we just bolted it to a spare crankshaft
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Thanks, its the 4.0 pattern and they have it on file now and I might make a template for the 3.0 when I pull it out in case anyone is interested.
I used a mandrel that I made. It should really be a lot shorter/closer to chuck, but I used a piece that was acquired for a different job so I didn't want to cut it down. http://s102.photobucket.com/user/flyinmonkeys32/media/20141007_182604_zpsb60e2a83.jpg.html I think some can see the pics I posted, but I cant see them after I post them, anyone else having that issue? I might try a different file server than photobucket |
New to this site. I see blacked out pics, but when I click on the pic title the pic will come up on photobucket.
On a second subject, where in Oregon are you, if you don't mind telling? I'm in the Albany/Jefferson area. If we are not too far apart, and if you don't mind someone seeing first hand what you are doing I'm interested in seeing first hand. Don |
Absolutely. I'm in Canby not too far north from you just off I-5. PM me and we can meet up sometime.
I got the same thing with the pics... photobucket used to be really easy to use for thumbnails, I just cant figure it out now since they changed it lol |
Good to see more doing the swap! I would be interested in meeting up as well, I am just north of you. I was just looking at my records and so far I have 20,000 miles on my swap! Still driving it like I stole it!
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flyinmonkeys, thanks for the reply and the invite. I have about another week of a house remodel project I'm helping my son's friend with, then I'll have flexibility with my time. When that time comes I'll PM you to set up a time to meet.
Maybe we can come up with a time when FTE can be there also. I'd really like to see a completed project. I just recently found this site and learned about the Kubota motor. I have my Dad's 1973 Datsun 620 pickup that I'd like to use as a diesel swap project, (looking for good fuel mileage) if I can come up with a reasonably priced motor/swap. I was originally thinking of the Mercedes OM616 4 cylinder diesel. From what I've read about it, the OM616 is considered a bit anemic in the MB chassis, but the 73 Datsun is a good 1000 lbs lighter than the MB, so I was hoping it would be a good match. But, after doing some more research I came to the conclusion that the OM616 lower oil pan and the Datsun tie rod would try to occupy the same location. Soooo---- more research time. Don |
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