looking for suggestions as to what diesel would be best for what I have in mind. planning for a solid axel swap, but want to keep front weight down because the two things I want to do with the truck are prerunning/trails and towing. not building a mud truck or a rock crawler, just want some travel and good handling for hitting off road areas fast and occasionally getting a little air. hence why weight in the front is important to me.
the 4bt is everywhere, but it's pretty low tech and mega heavy. tdi's abound in the 4x4 scene, but they are a bit low in power for me.
anyone know anything about importing a euro duratorque?
also new to diesels, so I will need a little hand holding. I do know plenty about engine swapping though, and I'm ready to splice a harness and make mounts, swap dashes, install a fuel regulator if needed etc.
also, the truck will be a manual 4x4 with solid axles and coils front and back, plus airbags for towing etc...
I've been lurking, but before I invest a lot of time searching randomly, I'd like to get pointed in the best direction. there are just way to many variables and options with a project like this.
thanks in advance guys!
the 4bt is everywhere, but it's pretty low tech and mega heavy. tdi's abound in the 4x4 scene, but they are a bit low in power for me.
anyone know anything about importing a euro duratorque?
also new to diesels, so I will need a little hand holding. I do know plenty about engine swapping though, and I'm ready to splice a harness and make mounts, swap dashes, install a fuel regulator if needed etc.
also, the truck will be a manual 4x4 with solid axles and coils front and back, plus airbags for towing etc...
I've been lurking, but before I invest a lot of time searching randomly, I'd like to get pointed in the best direction. there are just way to many variables and options with a project like this.
thanks in advance guys!
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