54 GMC, S10 swap, OM617 diesel

[DieselRat]

Got the pan ground down enough for the starter to clear fine. Actually went a little further than I needed to. Hopefully get the trans and engine all mated up tomorrow and maybe pull the cab back off.
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[DieselRat]

Pulled my lower pan off today, where I cut and welded it was leaking in one spot, so I welded thst up and resealed. Took some pics that may be beneficial to anyone doing an OM617 swap in the future.




Here you can see where I modified it to not interfere with tie rod ends.


Here is the oil pickup, I searched everywhere to find a pic like this showing location so I knew where I could/couldnt plan to cut the pan before I took it off.



View from front.



Adapter and flywheel bolted to the engine. No issues there at all, everything lines up nicely.



Clutch bolted up. Went with a napa labeled LUK clutch, which is oem for jeep and a good set for my truck.


And lastly I stripped it back down to the frame so I can mount the engine and make a crossmember without working around the cab.




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[1994Sierra350]

This is looking awesome. I have to say, a Mercedes turbo-diesel swap is pretty unique. Looks like your making quick progress. Keep it up.