Sounds like your governor spring isn't stout enough, the stouter it is the more RPM's you will get. Mine will turn 3100 RPM, I used a handheld contact tach to check the RPM's at the crank. Also, I took my fuel stop completely out and I still do not get much smoke.

 

turbo6bar great job! would you mind getting me Diesel Repower's info and if you dont mind me asking what did your 2203 set up with adapters from them cost you

 

Hey I have been thinking about doing a diesel swap in my ranger for a while but im just looking for the right engine. I have looked into the 4bt but they are very expensive and I haven't been able to find a decent one for a good price. I almost bought a 2.2 perkins that was origially out of a 1984 ranger but I decided not to because of its low power and high compression ratio and its old! I have now started looking into the kubota engines and so far I am liking what i have seen. I was just looking into what transmission I should use so if you guys have any input that would be great! (I would like it to be a standard). Also I used to work at a machine shop that could help to build an adapter plate but I am wondering if you guys know if there is a place that you can buy them already made? Any info is greatly appriciated! Thanks!

 

Does anyone have diesel repower's contact information? My google searches have not turned up anything. I was just given a Kubota v2203 (not di) engine and want to swap it into something...

 

Turbo6bar canyou give me some advice on how to set up my serpentine drive I am really at a loss

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bigbilly...Arron is no longer with diesel repower, he moved to south america. Dennis is who you will want to talk to 423-965-4817. Any help anyone can give on serpentine would be awesome or if they want to sell a copy of their template either way. Just an FYI in industrial applications most stationary kubota motors are controlled by a Murphy or MurCal panel. They use an ATHA series tach that reads alternator pulses to calculate RPM the gauge is about 140$ and works great thats what I will be using

 

Howdy. The 2203 Ranger has been down for a while, because it blew out exhaust manifold gaskets. I have no idea if the stock gaskets were just old and ready to go, or if 14 lbs of boost did the damage.

I am looking for gaskets. Messicks hasn't responded back about gaskets. I noticed a guy 'Nick A' has Bobcat exhaust manifold gaskets for only $12/set, but his phone number no longer works. If you guys have any hints on where to find 'em without turning the city upside-down, I'm all ears. The local Kubota dealer does not deal with industrial Kubota stuff, and pointed me to Kubota in Charlotte, NC.

BTW, gas mileage was around 34 mpg, but I do not know how accurate it is. We changed out the rear end for a 3.08, which made it better on the highway, but overall mileage fell. I think it may have been due to exhaust leaks, however. I won't know until I replace the gaskets.

The only thing I don't like about the engine in this truck is the lack of rev range. At 3000 rpm, if feels like it is going to grenade. If I shift at say 2700-2800, the rpms will drop to around 1700 in the next gear. If rpms are below that, it will lug and stutter. So, you are forced to always be in the right gear. I do wonder if a modern automatic box with lock-up torque converter would be a better fit for this engine???

However, the GT1544 turbo is great. Boost response is immediate. The rack is backed out fully, and EGTs do get north of 900 degrees on long, hard pulls. Also EGTs drop very slowly when I am off the boost. I am not certain if the turbo is undersized and is creating backpressure and heat in the exhaust???? However, the Garrett calculators pointed to this turbo.

Sorry for rambling. I have let the truck sit over winter. It is almost time to start making biodiesel, which makes me eager to get the truck going and take advantage of the great gas mileage.

dirtdigger, I think you figured out the serpentine belt, right?

Cheers,
Jurgen

 

I get all of my gaskets and some other parts through EC Power. Sometimes they have to do some digging to figure out the right part, but the guys at the Auburn, WA location are really great about it!

E C Power

Columbia River Mandrel Bending also sells generic copper gaskets. I was thinking about ordering a set from them to try, since I probably should replace them when I pull the manifold to modify it for the new turbo anyway... I just need to take some measurements, then I'll order them and let you know how they are when I can get them installed.

Exhaust Copper Gaskets - Columbia River Mandrel Bending

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Well, I wasn't too sure about the copper option, so I called and ordered some gaskets from EC Power. I found the part numbers online before ordering, and their prices were 1/3 - 1/2 as much as the places I found online.

Two exhaust manifold gaskets are needed.
1A091-12360 - $4.11
1A021-12350 - $5.08



The second one was 5-7 days out, but they have a large stock of 1A091-12360, so I just ordered two of those and I'll cut the piece connecting the ports on one of them.

I also ordered an oil pan gasket
IG780-01620 - $20.00

 

how is the truck running. I am trying to compile a list of all the turbos used on this engine so far. Can you list the specific model # for your turbo? Is the GT1544 the only turbo you have used?

thanks

 

After a lengthy hiatus, I finally had the chance to get new exhaust gaskets and manifold studs. I got it together and only recently began driving it regularly. I've driven it about 500 miles on mostly backroads and light city and the fuel mileage is surprising me. I never run the tank to empty, so I have filled up twice with less than 8 gallons each time. The fuel mileage worked out to 37 and 40.7 mpg. Wow. Before I fixed the exhaust leak, mileage was never over 35.

I don't have a specific model for the turbo. I know it is a GT1544 from a foreign market diesel car. It was a European model if I am not mistaken. I purchased it new from eBay. It builds boost immediately off idle. The engine seems to struggle at higher rpms. I do not know if this is because the turbo is too small or it simply being an issue of fuel timing.

The fuel rack is fully unscrewed. EGTs will push 900+ if I am going up hills on the interstate. I should turn the screw down to limit fuel.

I think the clutch broke a spring. I don't think it can handle the torque at such low rpms. Also, the transmission shudders at 1500 rpm.

All in all, it is still a project, but I enjoy the truck. I wish I could make it seem less strained at highway speeds, but around town, it is a great truck.

Cheers,
Jurgen

 

thanks for the update. Sorry to hear you are running out of steam in the top end. What gears and tires are you running again? I think I am going to try a 3.07, and about a 28" tire. I still have not decided on a Turbo yet.
If you don't mind my asking do you remember how much you spent on your turbo?
I am looking for a extra Injector pump to experiment with. I am interested in the same sort of mod that usedkubotaman did to his pump. I am also trying to see if a v2003t, or v2403 pump cassette will work in our 2203 engines. They look exactly the same from a picture. That may be a pretty easy way to change the fueling. I am having difficulty finding parts diagrams though.

thanks again for the update