Keep my Turbocharged 250 or swap for a 5.9L cummins???? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

longbed67 · 11-07-2013, 11:50 PM

So This past weekend cruising around I found and bought 5.9L cummins and trans combo..... So which leads me to my next question.... Do I keep my very unique Turbocharged 250 with a blow through setup, or do I sell it and swap in this 5.9L Cummins? Thoughts, comments, opinions welcome!

**Tom Vogel** · 11-08-2013, 12:06 AM

I love the six, so that's what I voted for. I guess the Cummins would be cool as well. Just a whole lot of work, and the six is different enough to be cool on its own.

Ackattack · 11-08-2013, 12:52 AM

which 5.9 cummins did you get?

What kind of mileage do you get with your current engine? Do you care about mileage?

you can definatly make some big power with a cummins....but you better beef up your drivetrain.

I'm getting about 17.5 mpg out of my 7000lb lifted 4x4 crew cab on 35s. I'm hoping to get 20 mpg by the time I'm done tinkering with it.

longbed67 · 11-08-2013, 01:26 AM

I get 12mpg right now with the turbo six but should have no problem pulling 20 after some more tweaking with the carb some more. I would be running the oem transmission for the cummins, and the rearend in the truck is 12bolt with 3.07 gears eaton posi with 600lb springs and moser axles and the current driveshaft is out of a 3/4 ton so the driveline is good to go. I'm not so concerned about the power of the cummins either... stock it puts out 325 hp and 610ft lbs torque... and with the gearing I should easily pull 20+ in it with an egr delete, chip it for economy, propane injection, and 5" Mandrel bent exhaust

**Ol Blue K20** · 11-08-2013, 01:34 AM

I voted for the six because it's different. There's a lot of hot rod Cummins

5150.4.67 · 11-08-2013, 01:39 AM

I think it depends on what you want to do with it. Towing points towards the Cummins ISB. Cool factor? The nod goes toward the turbo.
My $.02...........

longbed67 · 11-08-2013, 01:54 AM

The 5.9L got came from a 2006 3500 with 140000 on it and the trans.

Vova · 11-08-2013, 02:34 AM

There is nothing like the sound of a turbo diesel. I vote 5.9.

**Dieselwrencher** · 11-08-2013, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Ol Blue K20

I voted for the six because it's different. There's a lot of hot rod Cummins

Can you tell me how many inline 6 67-72 trucks there are on the road compared to a cummins repowered 67-72? I'm sure the repowered ones are a lot fewer and will get a lot more attention.

To me, I'd say the cummins. That thing would be a blast with minimal mods! They aren't too bad stock. Tuned properly and you's be over 20mpg.

**Ol Blue K20** · 11-08-2013, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Can you tell me how many inline 6 67-72 trucks there are on the road compared to a cummins repowered 67-72? I'm sure the repowered ones are a lot fewer and will get a lot more attention.

To me, I'd say the cummins. That thing would be a blast with minimal mods! They aren't too bad stock. Tuned properly and you's be over 20mpg.

Now Dieselwrench I didn't mean to get ya twisted up. I never said in a 67-72. But around here every Dodge and Ford for that matter is hotrodded. But how many Turbo 250 spark pluggers do you see period...So again didn't mean to get to you..

**Dieselwrencher** · 11-08-2013, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Ol Blue K20

Now Dieselwrench I didn't mean to get ya twisted up. I never said in a 67-72. But around here every Dodge and Ford for that matter is hotrodded. But how many Turbo 250 spark pluggers do you see period...So again didn't mean to get to you..

You didn't get to me.

I see where you're coming from. He needs to build another truck so he'll have both.

R.L. · 11-08-2013, 05:44 PM

I haven't voted, I can't make my mind up both setups are great!! You know just saying if you did go with the diesel it would make a great set of vehicles to find a first gen Chevy II or a Vega with that turbo 6 under the hood, that would be something different and cool.

**Ol Blue K20** · 11-08-2013, 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

You didn't get to me.

I see where you're coming from. He needs to build another truck so he'll have both.

I didn't think of that...I'll vote for that...always fun spendind other people's money..

Daddy'O · 11-08-2013, 07:21 PM

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Originally Posted by longbed67

I get 12mpg right now with the turbo six but should have no problem pulling 20 after some more tweaking with the carb some more. I would be running the oem transmission for the cummins, and the rearend in the truck is 12bolt with 3.07 gears eaton posi with 600lb springs and moser axles and the current driveshaft is out of a 3/4 ton so the driveline is good to go. I'm not so concerned about the power of the cummins either... stock it puts out 325 hp and 610ft lbs torque... and with the gearing I should easily pull 20+ in it with an egr delete, chip it for economy, propane injection, and 5" Mandrel bent exhaust

I didn't think the 5.9 had an EGR. I know my 6.7L did (deleted now along with a few other items).

I think the 5.9L would be cool. You do know how loud that puppy is going to be (assuming you go with a straight through exhaust)?

71' Custom · 11-08-2013, 07:27 PM

So, what would you do with the cummins if you do not put it in this truck? If you have no other project to put it in, you may have subconsciously already made up your mind. At least that's how it would have played out if it were me, lol

PanelDeland · 11-08-2013, 08:57 PM

I agree with the above.It's time for another truck.Build it with the Cummins and enjoy both.

Ol rusty · 11-08-2013, 09:43 PM

I'd stay with the turbo 250. It's different and beyond cool. I'm a diesel guy and I've owned a couple cummins 5.9 and they're bulletproof. If you wanted to do the swap it'd be an excellent choice engine wise. But personally I'd be more impressed by someone's truck with a turbo 250 over a cummins. Plus your going to add a wee bit o weight on the front end with that diesel. But it's your truck and there's not exactly a bad choice to be made. More power to ya either way.

chvtrkman · 11-08-2013, 09:46 PM

I agree with the sentiment, "you see plenty of hotrodded cummins running around"..They're all over the place in my neck of the woods,so my vote is keep the turbo-d 250...but hey, I'm partial to inline sixes.
If you aboslutely have to have a diesel go find another project to drop it in.

zeldman · 11-08-2013, 11:47 PM

Too many 6cyl Cummins around, not enough turbo inline sixes. Just my thoughts.

67ctener · 11-09-2013, 01:26 AM

Keep the six. Cummins are cool and have there place...usually in the rear view of my duramax. A solid trans even to hold a stock cummins motor reliably for many miles will cost you 5k. There is too many of these trucks these days being total custom they lose there original touches. Keep your truck how it is. Just my honest opinion

slow-1 · 11-09-2013, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

He needs to build another truck so he'll have both.

Winner winner chicken dinner!

I think your turbo I-6 is the coolest thing, so my vote is for keeping the Chevy motor in the Chevy truck...if you decide to just have one truck.

**WIDESIDE72** · 11-09-2013, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by slow-1

winner winner chicken dinner!

I think your turbo i-6 is the coolest thing, so my vote is for keeping the chevy motor in the chevy truck...if you decide to just have one truck.

x2

bill3rail · 11-09-2013, 12:17 PM

Cummins! Diesel was the only fuel available after Superstorm Sandy here on Long Island!

I am looking for a truck, and would love to find a 67-72 Diesel, which are as rare as hens teeth.

Bill

1972RedNeck · 11-09-2013, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

He needs to build another truck so he'll have both.

I agree

longbed67 · 11-10-2013, 12:26 AM

I think I needed to add a 3rd option of build another truck.... Like a 4x4 crew cab with a cummins.... I think problem solved

I'll keep this truck the way it is...for now...

11-07-2013, 11:50 PM	#1
longbed67 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Monroe, WI Posts: 1,415	Keep my Turbocharged 250 or swap for a 5.9L cummins???? So This past weekend cruising around I found and bought 5.9L cummins and trans combo..... So which leads me to my next question.... Do I keep my very unique Turbocharged 250 with a blow through setup, or do I sell it and swap in this 5.9L Cummins? Thoughts, comments, opinions welcome! __________________ *Adam* My 1967 C10 - Turbo 250 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485843 (608) 214-8706

11-08-2013, 12:06 AM	#2
Tom Vogel 2WD Jimmy Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Davis County, Utah Posts: 2,565	Re: Keep my Turbocharged 250 or swap for a 5.9L cummins???? I love the six, so that's what I voted for. I guess the Cummins would be cool as well. Just a whole lot of work, and the six is different enough to be cool on its own.

11-08-2013, 12:52 AM	#3
Ackattack Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Valley Center KS Posts: 3,525	Re: Keep my Turbocharged 250 or swap for a 5.9L cummins???? which 5.9 cummins did you get? What kind of mileage do you get with your current engine? Do you care about mileage? you can definatly make some big power with a cummins....but you better beef up your drivetrain. I'm getting about 17.5 mpg out of my 7000lb lifted 4x4 crew cab on 35s. I'm hoping to get 20 mpg by the time I'm done tinkering with it. __________________ Project Bruiser: 68 Pro-Touring C-10 5.3L / 4L60E Project Ironhide: 97 GMC Crew Cab 4x4 Cummins SOLD: '69 GMC 1/2T SWB TBI'd: Project No Buck Assembly Manual Index Sign up Thread!!! Factory Service Manual Index

11-08-2013, 01:26 AM	#4
longbed67 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Monroe, WI Posts: 1,415	Re: Keep my Turbocharged 250 or swap for a 5.9L cummins???? I get 12mpg right now with the turbo six but should have no problem pulling 20 after some more tweaking with the carb some more. I would be running the oem transmission for the cummins, and the rearend in the truck is 12bolt with 3.07 gears eaton posi with 600lb springs and moser axles and the current driveshaft is out of a 3/4 ton so the driveline is good to go. I'm not so concerned about the power of the cummins either... stock it puts out 325 hp and 610ft lbs torque... and with the gearing I should easily pull 20+ in it with an egr delete, chip it for economy, propane injection, and 5" Mandrel bent exhaust __________________ *Adam* My 1967 C10 - Turbo 250 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485843 (608) 214-8706 Last edited by longbed67; 11-08-2013 at 01:31 AM.

11-08-2013, 01:34 AM	#5
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 16,242	Re: Keep my Turbocharged 250 or swap for a 5.9L cummins???? I voted for the six because it's different. There's a lot of hot rod Cummins __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man R.I.P. FleetsidePaul

View Poll Results: Keep the Inline Turbocharged 250 or Swap in a 5.9L Cummins
Turbocharged 250	34	75.56%
5.9L Cummins	11	24.44%
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11-08-2013, 01:39 AM	#6
5150.4.67 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Modesto, Ca Posts: 411	Re: Keep my Turbocharged 250 or swap for a 5.9L cummins???? I think it depends on what you want to do with it. Towing points towards the Cummins ISB. Cool factor? The nod goes toward the turbo. My $.02...........

11-08-2013, 01:54 AM	#7
longbed67 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Monroe, WI Posts: 1,415	Re: Keep my Turbocharged 250 or swap for a 5.9L cummins???? The 5.9L got came from a 2006 3500 with 140000 on it and the trans. __________________ *Adam* My 1967 C10 - Turbo 250 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485843 (608) 214-8706

11-08-2013, 02:34 AM	#8
Vova Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Los gatos ca Posts: 1,299	Re: Keep my Turbocharged 250 or swap for a 5.9L cummins???? There is nothing like the sound of a turbo diesel. I vote 5.9.

11-08-2013, 05:44 PM	#12
R.L. Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Mobile, Al. Posts: 687	Re: Keep my Turbocharged 250 or swap for a 5.9L cummins???? I haven't voted, I can't make my mind up both setups are great!! You know just saying if you did go with the diesel it would make a great set of vehicles to find a first gen Chevy II or a Vega with that turbo 6 under the hood, that would be something different and cool.

11-08-2013, 07:27 PM	#15
71' Custom Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Grapevine, TX Posts: 361	Re: Keep my Turbocharged 250 or swap for a 5.9L cummins???? So, what would you do with the cummins if you do not put it in this truck? If you have no other project to put it in, you may have subconsciously already made up your mind. At least that's how it would have played out if it were me, lol __________________ ..........___ ..____//_{)] ______ [_(O)_[___][__(O)_] Project: Under Pressure II http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=559720

11-08-2013, 08:57 PM	#16
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: Keep my Turbocharged 250 or swap for a 5.9L cummins???? I agree with the above.It's time for another truck.Build it with the Cummins and enjoy both. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

11-08-2013, 09:43 PM	#17
Ol rusty Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Tonkawa Ok Posts: 22	Re: Keep my Turbocharged 250 or swap for a 5.9L cummins???? I'd stay with the turbo 250. It's different and beyond cool. I'm a diesel guy and I've owned a couple cummins 5.9 and they're bulletproof. If you wanted to do the swap it'd be an excellent choice engine wise. But personally I'd be more impressed by someone's truck with a turbo 250 over a cummins. Plus your going to add a wee bit o weight on the front end with that diesel. But it's your truck and there's not exactly a bad choice to be made. More power to ya either way. __________________ G.R. 69 C-10 ol' rusty "If your dog doesn't like somebody, you shouldn't either."

11-08-2013, 09:46 PM	#18
chvtrkman Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: PA. Posts: 178	Re: Keep my Turbocharged 250 or swap for a 5.9L cummins???? I agree with the sentiment, "you see plenty of hotrodded cummins running around"..They're all over the place in my neck of the woods,so my vote is keep the turbo-d 250...but hey, I'm partial to inline sixes. If you aboslutely have to have a diesel go find another project to drop it in. __________________ _____________________________________________ 69 C-20 292, 4 spd O/D, 4:56 rears. No a/c p/s p/b p/w......restoration project,"Operation:Stovebolt" 78 C-10 305 TH350 new (old) daily driver 02 Suburban Z71 a.k.a. the family truckster 99 Silverado 1500 Z71

11-08-2013, 11:47 PM	#19
zeldman Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Rt 66 Gallup, NM Posts: 527	Re: Keep my Turbocharged 250 or swap for a 5.9L cummins???? Too many 6cyl Cummins around, not enough turbo inline sixes. Just my thoughts. __________________ 2005 GMC K2500HD D/A 1993 GMC K1500 2011 Subaru Legacy. 2013 Subaru Outback 1970 C-10 2WD, SWB stepside, 292, TH350, PS, more rust than anything. God is my pilot.



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11-09-2013, 01:26 AM	#20
67ctener Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Arlington Washington Posts: 1,808	Re: Keep my Turbocharged 250 or swap for a 5.9L cummins???? Keep the six. Cummins are cool and have there place...usually in the rear view of my duramax. A solid trans even to hold a stock cummins motor reliably for many miles will cost you 5k. There is too many of these trucks these days being total custom they lose there original touches. Keep your truck how it is. Just my honest opinion

11-09-2013, 12:17 PM	#23
bill3rail Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: LI, NY 11801 Posts: 1,140	Re: Keep my Turbocharged 250 or swap for a 5.9L cummins???? Cummins! Diesel was the only fuel available after Superstorm Sandy here on Long Island! I am looking for a truck, and would love to find a 67-72 Diesel, which are as rare as hens teeth. Bill

11-10-2013, 12:26 AM	#25
longbed67 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Monroe, WI Posts: 1,415	Re: Keep my Turbocharged 250 or swap for a 5.9L cummins???? I think I needed to add a 3rd option of build another truck.... Like a 4x4 crew cab with a cummins.... I think problem solved I'll keep this truck the way it is...for now... __________________ *Adam* My 1967 C10 - Turbo 250 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485843 (608) 214-8706

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