06 hilux engine swap
Posted: Sat, 23 May 2020 2:37 +0000
Further to my other post regarding engine faults, I'm posting this separately as it's a different subject
What engines have people successfully swapped into a hilux of this age?
Mine is a 4wd truck but dont mind losing the 4wd if needed, decent tyres and the rear diff lock would be enough for most of what I do
Have been considering whether I could shoehorn a BMW M57 3.0 6 pot in, or indeed a OM605/606 (2.5 5 pot or 3.0 6 pot merc turbo diesel)
In an ideal world I would like to drop a Cummins 6BT or ISB into the engine bay, I know the front diff would need removing to make some room, and uprated springs, but would be more than happy to remove the 2kd and gearbox/transfer box to make room for a 6bt and ZF 5 speed or 6 speed box
I'm a diesel mechanic by trade and would like some fuel economy so a petrol lump is out!
What engines have people successfully swapped into a hilux of this age?
Mine is a 4wd truck but dont mind losing the 4wd if needed, decent tyres and the rear diff lock would be enough for most of what I do
Have been considering whether I could shoehorn a BMW M57 3.0 6 pot in, or indeed a OM605/606 (2.5 5 pot or 3.0 6 pot merc turbo diesel)
In an ideal world I would like to drop a Cummins 6BT or ISB into the engine bay, I know the front diff would need removing to make some room, and uprated springs, but would be more than happy to remove the 2kd and gearbox/transfer box to make room for a 6bt and ZF 5 speed or 6 speed box
I'm a diesel mechanic by trade and would like some fuel economy so a petrol lump is out!