cummins or 6.0 lq4 which one is better?

[b454rat]

Either get the early version that is only a 3 speed or get the later that has the OD, but need a computer to run it. You can get an Allison, but they are heavy as hell, no OD and have a weird mount to them. Doesn't have a tailhousing mount, uses mounts on the bell housing.

I should be getting mine a couple weeks. It's complete, still bolted to the frame, put 12 volts to it and fire it up, no tranny for $1k. P pumped too. Another P pump that needs some work for $500, and a rotary that needs a cam I think for $300.

[Dieselwrencher]

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Not from what I have been told by several diesel truck owners. It will depend on the price in your region, but here in South Texas you will pay a LOT more for fuel.

I'm willing to bet the diesel truck owners you spoke with were emission engine owners. Even still any of the cummins line still get great mileage unless there is a problem with it. As far as stinking fuel spots, really? If you're worried about stink you better get back to bath and body works.

To the OP:

As far as a good automatic transmission, there are a lot of options. Some are expensive and others are affordable. Look for a 47rh in a 1994 or 1995 dodge with a cummins. This is a 3 speed trans with over drive and lock up, and does not require a computer to run it. You can use toggle switches or pressure switches to shift it.