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restorationboy14 · 09-10-2013, 10:35 PM

I have a '69 GMC with no engine. So I thought id try my hand at a diesel with some stacks to make it a puller. Now the problem for me is is this. One thing. Money. Im a highschool student working on a farm but havnt gotten the chance too since school. So heres my plan, getting a diesel in her and getting a tranny behind it. Ive never worked on a diesel engines before. What kind of mounts do I need? whats the most inexpensive engine that I can get and keep suspension mods and a zero or at a minimum. I want to put a 5 speed behind it and make it roll some coal. So what can I use for a 5 switch? So the main question is this. Im lookin for a I6 or even a 4 banger, just want some torque and a five speed. Im in Nebraska as far as prices go. Thanks Guys!!!!

Thanks again and cant wait to start the BUILD!!!!

09-10-2013, 10:35 PM	#1
restorationboy14 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: 30 miles east of nowhere Posts: 70	Putting a diesel in my 69 GMC? What engine to use? I have a '69 GMC with no engine. So I thought id try my hand at a diesel with some stacks to make it a puller. Now the problem for me is is this. One thing. Money. Im a highschool student working on a farm but havnt gotten the chance too since school. So heres my plan, getting a diesel in her and getting a tranny behind it. Ive never worked on a diesel engines before. What kind of mounts do I need? whats the most inexpensive engine that I can get and keep suspension mods and a zero or at a minimum. I want to put a 5 speed behind it and make it roll some coal. So what can I use for a 5 switch? So the main question is this. Im lookin for a I6 or even a 4 banger, just want some torque and a five speed. Im in Nebraska as far as prices go. Thanks Guys!!!! Thanks again and cant wait to start the BUILD!!!!