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Hey all,
We have a 1986 M1008, which (short version) blew a head gasket, found out later that both heads are "riddled with cracks".
This is our daily driver, we need it to be dependable. So we are looking to install a new engine.
I know of the "optimizer" and other upgraded 6.2/6.5's etc, which run about $5-8k. We couldn't go that route right now even if we wanted to.
I have see some of the 'purists' etc arguing why we should not change the 6.2/6.5 for something else. I don't want to start any more arguments.
This is currently just at the "thinking" stage. Just looking at options.
What I am needing to know is *if* we were to change to something like a chevy 350 engine, what else would have to be changed? I've found some info about it, seen that some people have done it, but not much details.
From what I understand:
*The TH400 transmission will bolt up... but the torque converter may have to be changed?
**I know the wiring has to be changed some, as the CUCV has a 24v system... well partially at least. Actually as far as I know only the starter is 24v on the CUCV isn't it?? Wouldn't it be simple to pull power from the 12v rail instead of from the original 24v location??
*The alternator(s) may be a different story. There seems to be conflicting info about if the 350 is a single wire or 3 wire, and what has to be connected to where.
*I'm fairly decent at working on dc wiring (a lot better than most... especially with some of the "work" I've had to fix...) but I've never had to change an engine from one voltage to another. So I just have to understand what would need to be done.
***The power steering pump and hydrobooster for the brakes seems to be another issue. Although some people have stated that there is a bracket that can be purchased for the 350, or a bracket can be made.
****Not sure how much modifications to the exhaust would be required.
I'm sure there is stuff like radiator hoses etc that would have to be customized. That can be done.
Is there any other major items that would have to be changed??
Any other needful points etc?
As always,All Help and Input is Much Appreciated!
~Thanks
Warren
We have a 1986 M1008, which (short version) blew a head gasket, found out later that both heads are "riddled with cracks".
This is our daily driver, we need it to be dependable. So we are looking to install a new engine.
I know of the "optimizer" and other upgraded 6.2/6.5's etc, which run about $5-8k. We couldn't go that route right now even if we wanted to.
I have see some of the 'purists' etc arguing why we should not change the 6.2/6.5 for something else. I don't want to start any more arguments.
This is currently just at the "thinking" stage. Just looking at options.
What I am needing to know is *if* we were to change to something like a chevy 350 engine, what else would have to be changed? I've found some info about it, seen that some people have done it, but not much details.
From what I understand:
*The TH400 transmission will bolt up... but the torque converter may have to be changed?
**I know the wiring has to be changed some, as the CUCV has a 24v system... well partially at least. Actually as far as I know only the starter is 24v on the CUCV isn't it?? Wouldn't it be simple to pull power from the 12v rail instead of from the original 24v location??
*The alternator(s) may be a different story. There seems to be conflicting info about if the 350 is a single wire or 3 wire, and what has to be connected to where.
*I'm fairly decent at working on dc wiring (a lot better than most... especially with some of the "work" I've had to fix...) but I've never had to change an engine from one voltage to another. So I just have to understand what would need to be done.
***The power steering pump and hydrobooster for the brakes seems to be another issue. Although some people have stated that there is a bracket that can be purchased for the 350, or a bracket can be made.
****Not sure how much modifications to the exhaust would be required.
I'm sure there is stuff like radiator hoses etc that would have to be customized. That can be done.
Is there any other major items that would have to be changed??
Any other needful points etc?
As always,All Help and Input is Much Appreciated!
~Thanks
Warren