Why would anyone want a diesel for offloading? They're really heavy and the torque is all wrong. Good for towing etc, but not best choice for a real hunting rig in my opinion...
Yes they did. I just took delivery of a 2022 Wrangler with a 3.0 eco diesel. It's a 180c.i. V-6 with 240 hp and 440 ft lbs of torque. Runs like a raped ape.... and gets 29mpg
I need one
Brother Hanco.... if you need help spending your money, I'm your huckleberry......
Originally Posted by Judman PS, if you think Trump is “good” you’re way stupider than I thought! Haha
I've thrown a lot of bucks at vehicles over the years & know that if it's what you really want, go for it.
But some mods just don't hold water for a financial gain. They never see a longer term advantage. Spend 10K on a diesel conversion that might achieve 35MPG, & do the math on the 19 MPG engine that's already under the hood. A ton of miles to use to amortize the initial cost..
Again, iffin ya want it, go for it. But so many conversions just don't make sense.
I've thrown a lot of bucks at vehicles over the years & know that if it's what you really want, go for it.
But some just don't hold water. They never see a longer term advantage. Spend 10K on a diesel conversion that might achieve 35MPG, & do the math on the 19 MPG engine that's already under the hood.
Again, iffin ya want it, go for it. But so many conversions just don't make sense.
Logic has nothing to do with it.
Originally Posted by Judman PS, if you think Trump is “good” you’re way stupider than I thought! Haha
I've thrown a lot of bucks at vehicles over the years & know that if it's what you really want, go for it.
But some just don't hold water. They never see a longer term advantage. Spend 10K on a diesel conversion that might achieve 35MPG, & do the math on the 19 MPG engine that's already under the hood.
Again, iffin ya want it, go for it. But so many conversions just don't make sense.
Logic has nothing to do with it.
Thank you for that. Maybe I can rest easier over some of the brainstorms I've had over the years.
Why would anyone want a diesel for offloading? They're really heavy and the torque is all wrong. Good for towing etc, but not best choice for a real hunting rig in my opinion...
Not at all true.
Somewhat condition dependent, but diesels produce tons of torque at the very bottom. Right where it works best, except for certain mud/snow scenarios where you need throttle response and high rpm.
My Diesel Dodge is unreal in most conditions. Just let out the clutch, no throttle at all. If it spins, pedal it, the wheels grab and off you go. Steep, tight, no need to match fuel and clutch or heel/toe. Let out the clutch in 1st or 2nd, and it goes.
Ford/Chevy V8s are not as good in that regard, but they still build good torque at idle. With a governor to prevent stall.
No idea if you are familiar with semis. But you do not, ever, need to touch the throttle to get one rolling. At least nothing built in the last 30+ years.
Parents who say they have good kids..Usually don't!
The question remains. Does anyone import the HiLux or LC diesel powerplant? Would Customs let you bring one over the border?
Once the engine is here, nobody knows or cares what is under the hood of my rig.
Google JDM imported half cuts. You get everything you need, except the resale value.
What rig are you thinking about diesel swapping?
I am just spitballing. I would like to get for Momma the best lowest milage LC, Lexus, or possibly Sequoyia I can get for $40K about this time next year.
A diesel would be even more desirable.
One of the most fun conversions we did was pull a rotary out of a Mazda Sport Truck and drop a 20R into it from a Toyota.
All the sudden, the little truck had some bottom end and lugging ability. But it lost some top end.
There are ‘06-‘07 100 series cruisers with under 60k miles for sale right now for less than $40k. Next year? Who knows..
l told my pap and mam I was going to be a mountain man; acted like they was gut-shot. Make your life go here. Here's where the peoples is. Mother Gue, I says, the Rocky Mountains is the marrow of the world, and by God, I was right. - Del Gue
Why would anyone want a diesel for offloading? They're really heavy and the torque is all wrong. Good for towing etc, but not best choice for a real hunting rig in my opinion...
There a number of reasons turbodiesels are by far the popular choice for outback and offroad here in Oz. Among them are the really good torque curve, and the ability to pull at really low revs, which is ideal for gnarly conditions crawling over rocks or pulling through mud, as well as making them feel effortless to drive. They also use a good deal less fuel than a comparable petrol motor, which is not just about saving money but also means a great deal more range for a given size of fuel tank. This makes a difference when it can be a long way between fuel supplies. It is also a good deal safer to carry in jerries, for those times when you need to do so. My last four vehicles have been turbodiesels for these reasons, and they've all done a lot of time on tracks and offroad.
Here in Oz four out of the top five sellers among all cars are 4x4 diesels, month after month. The Hilux, with its turbodiesel motor, is regularly the biggest selling car in Australia.
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