|
|
|
MB Jeep Chevy V6 Engine swap. |
Post Reply 
|
| Author | |
Alan76 
Member 
Joined: 23 Nov. 2018 Location: Brazil Status: Offline Points: 4 |
 Post Options
 Thanks(0)
 Quote Reply
 Topic: MB Jeep Chevy V6 Engine swap.Posted: 23 Nov. 2018 at 12:20pm |
|
Hello,
I am new to the forum and to the flat fender Willys Jeep World! Need help on my project; Just bought a 1945 MB Jeep. This MB already came without the original drivetrain, in place of it, a poor Chevy 151 conversion has been performed. Luckly frame and other important parts were preserved. I want to restore it back to original condition, but with a Chevy V6 4.3L engine with a TH350/Dana18 transmission in place of the original motor/trans combo. Other than the engine and transmission, I want to keep everything else original, including the Ross steering box/linkage and brake system. I have been trying to find pictures and information on a similar engine swap without success. I don't want to have substantial modifications on the frame and sheet metal for future return of the original engine/trans combo if I decide to sell the Jeep in the future. Any information or pictures will be greatly appreciated. Thank you!! Alan |
|
 |
|
|
Ol' Unreliable
Member
Joined: 25 Sep. 2016 Location: CO Springs CO Status: Offline Points: 4226 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
Quote Reply
Posted: 24 Nov. 2018 at 1:24am |
|
Welcome to the page, Alan76!
|
|
|
There's a reason it's called Ol' Unreliable
|
|
|
|
|
Bill2A
Member
Joined: 01 Mar. 2018 Location: Fort Worth, Tex Status: Offline Points: 517 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
Quote Reply
Posted: 24 Nov. 2018 at 2:16am |
|
Welcome to the forum.
I think you will find the TH350 much too long for an MB. The T90 is only 9 inches. Look at JPET's build for ideas on using a 4.3 in an MB. I would think the 151 could work well. How bad is it?
|
|
|
1946 CJ2A 14098
|
|
|
|
|
flatfender47
Member
Sponsor Member Joined: 09 Jan. 2006 Location: Riverside CA Status: Offline Points: 646 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
Quote Reply
Posted: 24 Nov. 2018 at 4:35am |
|
That conversion has been done hundreds of times...maybe a lot more.
Measure twice, cut once. It's easy to install the drive train. The steering, exhaust, cooling, clutch, brakes, drive shafts, etc take a little longer to figure out. But all must be taken into consideration during the conversion.
|
|
|
1947 CJ2A 225V6 SM420 D30 PLok/D44 D/Locker Warn OD 5:38s
|
|
|
|
|
Greaser007
Member
Joined: 16 Jan. 2018 Location: Anderson, Calif Status: Offline Points: 850 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
Quote Reply
Posted: 24 Nov. 2018 at 2:21pm |
|
The 4.3L V-6 engine is a great powerplant, and I drove an '86 Chevy Astro van of my sister-in-law's when it was new, and I was impressed.
Just yesterday I was reading where 2019 will be the last year of the 4.3 as a base in the 1500 Silverado. It is being replaced by a Turbo-boosted 2.7L I-4 gas engine with variable speed electric water pump among a list of other gadgets like a diverter valve to direct water through the head-only to speed-up warming of the block. It does have the cylinder drop-out feature which concerns me with service issues. The 2.7L Turbo will be the base engine for the 1500 Silverado. :) I have not measured the length, but I have been curious of the little diesel 4-cyl which was made by Matori and used in the 2004-2005 Jeep Liberty, engine and the auto-trans and t-case set-up that goes with it. Again, like the turbo 350, it is probably too long for the 2A / MB chassis, unless axle locations are spread apart. Hmm, why is it that I measure 6-times and cut 3-times, and then go get a new piece of material to make the Final-cut. _ _ never fails. Enjoy your new puzzle ! _ _ _ ( I have a current '46 2A puzzle ) hahaha Len Edited by Greaser007 - 24 Nov. 2018 at 2:28pm |
|
|
|
|
otto
Member
Joined: 26 Feb. 2012 Location: Orygun Status: Offline Points: 2265 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
Quote Reply
Posted: 24 Nov. 2018 at 5:43pm |
|
Do you have any photos of the 151 engine? That sounds interesting.
|
|
|
47 CJ2A w/fuel injected boat engine
48 CJ2A 64 Ford Econoline Travelwagon If you can't get there in a Jeep, get a motorcycle! |
|
|
|
|
Alan76
Member
Joined: 23 Nov. 2018 Location: Brazil Status: Offline Points: 4 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
Quote Reply
Posted: 26 Nov. 2018 at 12:10am |
|
Thank you all for your inputs!
|
|
|
|
|
Alan76
Member
Joined: 23 Nov. 2018 Location: Brazil Status: Offline Points: 4 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
Quote Reply
Posted: 26 Nov. 2018 at 12:15am |
Very common swap here in Brazil. I will try to find some photos and will post later.
|
|
|
|
|
Rods55
Member
Joined: 11 Feb. 2020 Location: Colorado Spring Status: Offline Points: 4 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
Quote Reply
Posted: 12 Feb. 2020 at 4:07am |
|
You might want to update the brakes to the 11" drum conversion
|
|
|
|
|
Rich M.
Member
Joined: 03 Oct. 2015 Location: 21757 Status: Offline Points: 185 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
Quote Reply
Posted: 12 Feb. 2020 at 5:13pm |
|
Echoing others a v6-350 swap is perfectly doable with some planning. I would definitely ditch the Ross and upgrade the brakes. You'll be glad in the end.
|
|
|
|
|
oldtime
Member
Joined: 12 Sep. 2009 Location: Missouri Status: Offline Points: 4184 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
Quote Reply
Posted: 12 Feb. 2020 at 5:21pm |
|
I say you should either modify it or put it back original.
Just don't plan on doing both. If it has value then keep it original and modify something else.
|
|
|
Currently building my final F-134 powered 3B .
T98-A Rock Crawler using exclusive factory parts and Approved Special Equipment from the Willys Motors era (1953-1963) Zero aftermarket parts |
|
|
|
|
Post Reply
|
|
| Tweet |
| Forum Jump | Forum Permissions You cannot post new topics in this forum You cannot reply to topics in this forum You cannot delete your posts in this forum You cannot edit your posts in this forum You cannot create polls in this forum You cannot vote in polls in this forum |
Topic Options
otto wrote: