1HDT + auto box and transfer case

[richo_turbo60]

hey guys looking at doing a convsersion in my 80 just wondering how much would l for selling my current engine tranny and transfer case

my car has 285000 kms

thanks

[dumbdunce]

is it in good shape? it's probably worth more than you think, and for that reason alone it's probably a good idea to keep it.

$5k as a starting point, but have a look at what wreckers are charging for a 1HD-T and you may want to ask for more. remember wreckers have to charge GST and they have to give a warranty so their prices are hedged accordingly. the A442 and the full time transfer aren't worth heaps but are worth something.

if you are after a reasonable power increase at reasonable cost, intercooling the 1HD-T and adding a free flowing exhaust (3" straight through as a starting point) can yield impressive results, with potentially improved fuel economy as a bonus when driven sedately.

conversion costs can spiral alarmingly, and there aren't a lot of "better" engines out there than the 1HD-T for the 80. if you go to a GM V8, you'd need to get the 6.5 turbo for a gain that will exceed the potential of the 1HD-T. add to the conversion cost the need for uprated front suspension, engineering, all those hidden extras, you will not get a lot of change for $15k. if you're going to go for a petrol V8, don't destroy a good turbo diesel 80 - sell it and buy a petrol engined model, then go nuts.

[Simo63]

hey guys looking at doing a convsersion in my 80 just wondering how much would l for selling my current engine tranny and transfer case

my car has 285000 kms

thanks

Mate, I'll swap you a complete VNSS with a good 304EFI and Auto (has some front damage) for your 1HDT and auto if you like. Will even pay for freight to Newcastle.

Serious offer, PM me if you are interested.

Cheers
Simo