from Diesel to Ls swap on my M1008

[Cucv_M1008]

I dont have access to a sand blasting cabinet up here in the PNW, how can i get the rust off my exhaust manifolds? I would like to do this to them. http://streettechmag.com/2015/05/04/how-to-restore-an-exhaust-manifold/

Also, where can I find a source of new intake bolts, I know I could use my used ones off the 6.5 but i would like new also, I found exhaust manifold bolts for cheap but no luck on intake bolts

 

[Cucv_M1008]

My question is what gauge setup can I use thats factory that I can run gauges with, I dont want to destroy my OE gauges with the gen lights.

 

[diesel4me]

I dont have access to a sand blasting cabinet up here in the PNW, how can i get the rust off my exhaust manifolds? I would like to do this to them. http://streettechmag.com/2015/05/04/how-to-restore-an-exhaust-manifold/

Also, where can I find a source of new intake bolts, I know I could use my used ones off the 6.5 but i would like new also, I found exhaust manifold bolts for cheap but no luck on intake bolts

The next best way to remove rust from cast iron is to make an electrolosis tank and let them bubble in it for a day--its fairly simple to make one,all you need is a plastic bucket or tub,some scrap metal,washing soda,and a battery charger...you can find info on google with more details...

 

[Cucv_M1008]

ill try that ty

 

[KirsL]

Fair warning, you'll need to relocate that one battery as its in the spot the turbo will sit. The glow plug wires on the turbo will need to be extended and rerouted. You have to route them down along the fender well and reach each plug that way.

The gm8 is an OK turbo, it's certainly an improvement over na, just keep boost below under 15 and you'll be good.

 

[Cucv_M1008]

Yes, i am looking for a stock drivers side battery tray.

 

[campfire]

Fair warning, you'll need to relocate that one battery as its in the spot the turbo will sit. The glow plug wires on the turbo will need to be extended and rerouted. You have to route them down along the fender well and reach each plug that way.

I had wondered whether a turbine would fit there with the battery in the way. I had decided that, even if it did work, it would be a really tight fit. And the more I looked at it the more it looked like it wouldn't fit at all.

 

[Big Ray]

Yes, i am looking for a stock drivers side battery tray.

POORBOYK5 had them for sale from time to time. Send him a pm.

 

[Cucv_M1008]

Ive been busy with school but today I worked on the J code 6.2 Diesel some, I had bad freeze plugs and I wanted to pull them and check the bottom end before I clean stuff up and re assemble the bottom end. I also pulled my water pump and my IP and Exhaust manifolds off. None of the glow plugs were swollen.

I had some craptastic freeze plugs.

This was the first plug I pulled out, they were all rusting for not being very old dorman plugs.]

Drivers and Passenger side pulled out. I will be replacing these with brass plugs.

I then pulled the oil pan to check out the bottom end. Its very clean, I am guessing at some point the US army tossed a new 6.2 in my truck before I became the owner.

Anyone know what the dots are for on the end caps?

white X on the cap?

Also, I know the 6.2 motors are notorious for killing the harmonic balancers, how does mine look?

Any other thoughts or concerns I should be aware of on the motor before I reseal it up?

 

[skunked]

Nice freeze plugs!

 

[Cucv_M1008]

Its like plaque .....mmmmm

 

[Bent77]

That balancer showing rubber separation is when I replace them

 

[Cucv_M1008]

I have a new one, just wanted to know what people thought of this one.

 

[Cucv_M1008]

Well this motor is fawked, cracks all over the mains.

 

[skunked]

I hear a snowball

 

[Cucv_M1008]

I see a SBC in my future or a bbc.

 

[skunked]

pics of cracks?

 

[campfire]

I see a SBC in my future or a bbc.

The diesel club just keeps getting lonelier.

 

[campfire]

Ive been busy with school but today I worked on the J code 6.2 Diesel some, I had bad freeze plugs and I wanted to pull them and check the bottom end before I clean stuff up and re assemble the bottom end. I also pulled my water pump and my IP and Exhaust manifolds off. None of the glow plugs were swollen.

I had some craptastic freeze plugs.

This was the first plug I pulled out, they were all rusting for not being very old dorman plugs.]

Drivers and Passenger side pulled out. I will be replacing these with brass plugs.

I then pulled the oil pan to check out the bottom end. Its very clean, I am guessing at some point the US army tossed a new 6.2 in my truck before I became the owner.

Anyone know what the dots are for on the end caps?

white X on the cap?

Also, I know the 6.2 motors are notorious for killing the harmonic balancers, how does mine look?

Any other thoughts or concerns I should be aware of on the motor before I reseal it up?

Not sure what the deal is with the dent in the caps. I had cylinder numbers pounded into each con rod cap, in addition to the numbers cast into the main caps. I guess they didn't want folks mixing them up.

pics of cracks?

This.

 

[Cucv_M1008]