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Requirements for Diesel Conversion
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I've managed to source a mk4 astra 1.7 cdti engine and gearbox with 104k on it for £100 (I gather that this is the Isuzu lump). Besides having to fab mounts, does anyone know what else will need to be done for the conversion? This will be beyond my skills so will be getting a garage to do it, so I'd like to get as accurate a task list and quote as possible beforehand so I can compare it to cost of sorting the R72 gearbox.
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What about the exhaust? I'm guessing a new manifold or complete system would be needed, so that cost might need to be factored in.
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Probs better off converting to R7me gearbox, stick t-box and 3.9 diffs and a nice M16 VVT engine will slot in much easier than a diesel. Works with existing wiring, ecu, fuel, exhaust, etc also
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Gonna just get the existing box refurbed with the bearing set from ebay. I've just spent loads on a new gearset for my tbox, so money is tight.
Maybe if I find a diesel engine and gbox that's already been in a Jimny, I'll go for that. There's one on facebook for £650, but freight costs to northeast Scotland and then installation after that make it way too expensive.
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I suppose that there is a procedure which would allow you to import it and register it in UK.
Jimnys, especially diesel editions, are quite expensive in continental Europe, but a low mileage diesel one can serve you a lifetime if you treat it well. I had one for four years and traveled about 50 000 km with it. I still miss it in some regards.
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Bosanek wrote: Wouldn't it be simpler and much more elegant just to import a factory diesel (DDiS) Jimny from continental Europe? France, Belgium and Germany have lots of them.
I suppose that there is a procedure which would allow you to import it and register it in UK.
Jimnys, especially diesel editions, are quite expensive in continental Europe, but a low mileage diesel one can serve you a lifetime if you treat it well. I had one for four years and traveled about 50 000 km with it. I still miss it in some regards.
Not a bad idea, I'll keep a lookout for one. If you see any engine and gearbox sets going that side, please let me know.
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