Duramax Conversion...?
08-16-2009 | 07:30 PM
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I also have a Dmax if you want one. 
I like the turbo idea myself. The dmax swap to make it right would require a complete donor truck, To make your AC, vents, windows, locks gauges etc. The allison will fit but you will need a saw, welder, more material etc. That is one HUGE freaking tranny. As far as the 80 goes in a racing set up it will hold up, in a pulling contest not sure. Did I mention I would do the turbo. 
I like the turbo idea myself. The dmax swap to make it right would require a complete donor truck, To make your AC, vents, windows, locks gauges etc. The allison will fit but you will need a saw, welder, more material etc. That is one HUGE freaking tranny. As far as the 80 goes in a racing set up it will hold up, in a pulling contest not sure. Did I mention I would do the turbo. 
08-17-2009 | 05:01 AM
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08-17-2009 | 12:13 PM
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Time and money. I really wish GM was still releasing that 4.5 DMax this year, I really wanted to do that swap.
SSS with a 4.5 DMax / 6l80e combo and lots o'boost...that'd be sick!!
SSS with a 4.5 DMax / 6l80e combo and lots o'boost...that'd be sick!!
08-17-2009 | 12:47 PM
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The 4.5 Dmax may still be an option for 2011 according to Diesel Power. Won't be in the SUV's anymore though...
I am really starting to look into the Dmax conversion, seems like a good project. I've seen a few twin turbo kits for them, but maybe a one-off piece would be better?
I am really starting to look into the Dmax conversion, seems like a good project. I've seen a few twin turbo kits for them, but maybe a one-off piece would be better?
08-17-2009 | 12:57 PM
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After getting my hands on this diesel suburban, it really has me thinking about conversions. The fuel mileage is unbelievable. I am even thinking of building another malibu wagon, but using a cummins 4BT in it.
08-17-2009 | 04:27 PM
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I contacted PPE today and their gauge recommendation was to make a custom cluster using Autometer gauges. Does anyone recommend either doing this or going another route?
08-17-2009 | 05:05 PM
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They recommend doing that way probably because its the easiest to get gauges to work. You will also need to address AC controller and actuators under the dash. Sterio, alarm, power windows and locks. All these work through the harness together in way or another.
If you can find a complete wrecked truck I think you would have a better looking product in the end. I missed out on one by 2K more then I had.
or if your building a race truck, no ac no bells and whistles the autometer set up is perfect.
I understand PPE offers a plug and play harness set to drop a deisel in and get it to fire up. I am waiting for a buddies to show up so I can look it over.
If you can find a complete wrecked truck I think you would have a better looking product in the end. I missed out on one by 2K more then I had.
or if your building a race truck, no ac no bells and whistles the autometer set up is perfect.
I understand PPE offers a plug and play harness set to drop a deisel in and get it to fire up. I am waiting for a buddies to show up so I can look it over.
08-17-2009 | 07:47 PM
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They recommend doing that way probably because its the easiest to get gauges to work. You will also need to address AC controller and actuators under the dash. Sterio, alarm, power windows and locks. All these work through the harness together in way or another.
If you can find a complete wrecked truck I think you would have a better looking product in the end. I missed out on one by 2K more then I had.
or if your building a race truck, no ac no bells and whistles the autometer set up is perfect.
I understand PPE offers a plug and play harness set to drop a deisel in and get it to fire up. I am waiting for a buddies to show up so I can look it over.
If you can find a complete wrecked truck I think you would have a better looking product in the end. I missed out on one by 2K more then I had.
or if your building a race truck, no ac no bells and whistles the autometer set up is perfect.
I understand PPE offers a plug and play harness set to drop a deisel in and get it to fire up. I am waiting for a buddies to show up so I can look it over.