4bt FRANKENJAEEP
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Sorry for the Newb questions .... My son grenaded the 4.0L in my YJ so I am trying to find the best/easiest DIESEL replacement !!!
Is the 4L80e a better trans for this engine ???? What are the approximate horses you are puttin out with your engine mods and are they too much for the 4L80e ??? And what T-case did you use in your conversion ??? From the research I have done I understand the Dana 300 is a easy swap ( ie.. advance adapters makes the adapter from the 4L80e to Dana 300 ) ....
Did the engine you bought come with the adapter from 4bt to Turbo400/4L80e ???
BTW.... Your swap looks and sounds awesome !!!
Is the 4L80e a better trans for this engine ???? What are the approximate horses you are puttin out with your engine mods and are they too much for the 4L80e ??? And what T-case did you use in your conversion ??? From the research I have done I understand the Dana 300 is a easy swap ( ie.. advance adapters makes the adapter from the 4L80e to Dana 300 ) ....
Did the engine you bought come with the adapter from 4bt to Turbo400/4L80e ???
BTW.... Your swap looks and sounds awesome !!!
I tore the 700R4 up testing the engine mods
The 4L80E would be IMHO a better transmission for this type of swap, however the electric trans controller is costly. The 700 can be built to take the punishment of the Cummins and I am currently attacking it from that angle. Should I blow up another auto trans I am looking at a NV4500 5 speed manual. I used the NP241-c transfer case and a JB conversions super short SYE kit to keep the rear drive shaft as long as possible.
And Yes the engine I bought did have the adaptor for the TH400 attached
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I like your setup.
If I was doing rock crawling, or uphill racing I would use an automatic transmission in a jeep, and I have had many jeeps.
I found this on the web/net a while ago, and it is why I chose the NV5600 for my stepvan.
1966 Ford Bronco - Diesel Power Magazine
Money has always been a big issue with me, so I am always willing to go second best, or wait, and wait, and search for that great deal to come along. Being in a hurry always means spending the big bucks.
Great Job on the jeep!
However, running a snorkel means high water: Good For You; just remember to bring your exhaust up to the same height, or you will drown out your engine. Been There! Done That!
If I was doing rock crawling, or uphill racing I would use an automatic transmission in a jeep, and I have had many jeeps.
I found this on the web/net a while ago, and it is why I chose the NV5600 for my stepvan.
1966 Ford Bronco - Diesel Power Magazine
Money has always been a big issue with me, so I am always willing to go second best, or wait, and wait, and search for that great deal to come along. Being in a hurry always means spending the big bucks.
Great Job on the jeep!
However, running a snorkel means high water: Good For You; just remember to bring your exhaust up to the same height, or you will drown out your engine. Been There! Done That!
Last edited by Prankster; Apr 19, 2009 at 03:51 PM.
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Nice attention to detail with the Cummins Badge on the fender, excellent job overall.
Beo
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I am looking at doing a swap to a diesel motor for my truck (1992 Chevy C-1500 5-spd OD M/T 305 ci TBI 4x2), and the 700R4 was one of the transmissions offered for my truck (gas powered version) if I am remembering properly. Do you think keeping/using the 700R4 would be a less-expensive alternative (for now) to getting a tranny specifically designed to work with a diesel's torque?
Beo
Beo
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Thanks for the props,
I tore the 700R4 up testing the engine mods
The 4L80E would be IMHO a better transmission for this type of swap, however the electric trans controller is costly. The 700 can be built to take the punishment of the Cummins and I am currently attacking it from that angle. Should I blow up another auto trans I am looking at a NV4500 5 speed manual. I used the NP241-c transfer case and a JB conversions super short SYE kit to keep the rear drive shaft as long as possible.
And Yes the engine I bought did have the adaptor for the TH400 attached
I tore the 700R4 up testing the engine mods
The 4L80E would be IMHO a better transmission for this type of swap, however the electric trans controller is costly. The 700 can be built to take the punishment of the Cummins and I am currently attacking it from that angle. Should I blow up another auto trans I am looking at a NV4500 5 speed manual. I used the NP241-c transfer case and a JB conversions super short SYE kit to keep the rear drive shaft as long as possible.
And Yes the engine I bought did have the adaptor for the TH400 attached
I am looking at doing a swap to a diesel motor for my truck (1992 Chevy C-1500 5-spd OD M/T 305 ci TBI 4x2), and the 700R4 was one of the transmissions offered for my truck (gas powered version) if I am remembering properly. Do you think keeping/using the 700R4 would be a less-expensive alternative (for now) to getting a tranny specifically designed to work with a diesel's torque?
Beo
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Nice attention to detail with the Cummins Badge on the fender, excellent job overall.
Beo
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I am looking at doing a swap to a diesel motor for my truck (1992 Chevy C-1500 5-spd OD M/T 305 ci TBI 4x2), and the 700R4 was one of the transmissions offered for my truck (gas powered version) if I am remembering properly. Do you think keeping/using the 700R4 would be a less-expensive alternative (for now) to getting a tranny specifically designed to work with a diesel's torque?
Beo
Beo
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I am looking at doing a swap to a diesel motor for my truck (1992 Chevy C-1500 5-spd OD M/T 305 ci TBI 4x2), and the 700R4 was one of the transmissions offered for my truck (gas powered version) if I am remembering properly. Do you think keeping/using the 700R4 would be a less-expensive alternative (for now) to getting a tranny specifically designed to work with a diesel's torque?
Beo
