6.5L in a M1009?

[sawgunner1]

I have been looking and can't seem to find anything about why the M1009 I just bought would have a NEW 6.5L in it. Has anyone heard of this happening?

Also, I thought I had a loose rad hose , but it turns out my rad is leaking bad right in front of the fan (no damage visable). Anyone have an idea where I can find a new rad AND since I am having it fixed or replaced should I upgrade it for the sake of the 6.5L engine?

 

[Westech]

the CUCV radiator is a very large radiator for light trucks. Just get it fixed or replace it with another one it will do just fine for the 6.5. If the factory engine took a dump and the motor pool had a N/A 6.5 around all they would have to do is swap the oil pan and its a drop in.

 

[jimmy-90]

Wow a NEW 6.5L. I'd call that a PLEASN'T surprise Can't believe whoever sold you that didn't use the new more powerful engine swap angle to ask an outlandish price for it. Where did you get it from??? And also I agree with Westech a stock cucv radiator will cool the 6.5L NTD just fine.

 

[sawgunner1]

Rad and Tranny

the CUCV radiator is a very large radiator for light trucks. Just get it fixed or replace it with another one it will do just fine for the 6.5. If the factory engine took a dump and the motor pool had a N/A 6.5 around all they would have to do is swap the oil pan and its a drop in.

Thanks Westech.

Since I was fortunate enough to get a new motor, I want to do all I can to make it last. The power seems much greater than my last M1009.

While looking underneath I discovered not only a complete new engine , but a new starter and possibly a new/rebuilt tranny to boot! It even has three new wheels among other new parts. Who knew?

The tranny is shifting late (25MPH second 45-50MPH for third) and I dont see any cracks or softness in the hoses. Fluid is good.

Does anyone have pics of exactly which vac hoses I should check and what they should look like? Any help would be great.

 

[Crash_AF]

The valve might not be adjusted correctly. Loosen the two bolts that hold it to the side of the IP and adjust it a little and test drive it. Repeat until it shifts where you want it.

Later,
Joe

 

[sawgunner1]

Thanks!

Wow a NEW 6.5L. I'd call that a PLEASN'T surprise Can't believe whoever sold you that didn't use the new more powerful engine swap angle to ask an outlandish price for it. Where did you get it from??? And also I agree with Westech a stock cucv radiator will cool the 6.5L NTD just fine.

It sure was Jimmy.

I got two at an auction and the highest bid (mine) won them. The new engine was the biggest reason I kept this one. I sold the other one to a buddy. It was excellent inside and out. I took the chance that I could fix any minor imperfections to get the new engine. I felt it is a great place to start.

I will be getting the stock rad rebuilt this week and hopefully getting the bugs out of the trans shifting situation.

 

[sawgunner1]

I'll Try it.

The valve might not be adjusted correctly. Loosen the two bolts that hold it to the side of the IP and adjust it a little and test drive it. Repeat until it shifts where you want it.

Later,
Joe

Thanks Joe.

That seems simple enough. I can't get to it until Monday, but I will try it.

Is the proceedure in the on line TM?

 

[Crash_AF]

Yes, it is on PDF page 197 in the -20. The approved procedure includes using a measured block on the throttle linkage and a vacuum gauge to adjust the valve to the proper amount of vacuum. Not having the block, I just moved it a little and drove it until I got the shifting where I wanted it.

Later,
Joe

 

[sawgunner1]

I'll check it out!

Yes, it is on PDF page 197 in the -20. The approved procedure includes using a measured block on the throttle linkage and a vacuum gauge to adjust the valve to the proper amount of vacuum. Not having the block, I just moved it a little and drove it until I got the shifting where I wanted it.

Later,
Joe

Thanks again Joe.

I'll be working on it next Monday.

My work is keeping me too busy right now to do anything else. I will be sure to let everone know the outcome.