Hi List
While doing a little surf'n I came across this. Has anyone try it on a
CUCV?? Address for site is http://www.62-65-dieselpage.com/
Will a 6.5 turbo system work on an 80's 6.2?
The bolt patterns and port sizes are all the same. So yes, it will bolt
right up to any 6.2. The exhaust flow and other dynamic processes are very
similar between the 6.2 and 6.5 which means the performance would also be
similar.
However, there are three problematic areas with using a 6.5 turbocharger on
a 6.2 in a 80's truck.
1- The turbo sits very near the A/C housing and will require some
modification to the housing to gain the necessary clearance. Non-A/C trucks
will be unaffected.
2- The injector angles and length of the 6.2 injectors on a 6.2 head puts
the injector fuel line fittings uncomfortably close to the turbo side
exhaust manifold and may even touch in at least one spot.
3- A special downpipe needs to be made to clear the frame rail. The stock
6.5 downpipe won't work without modifications.
I know of at least two other people who are running a 6.5 turbocharger on a
6.2 engine in an 80's style truck. One installed 6.2 van injectors which are
shorter in length. This gave him enough clearance to satisfy him. With the
addition of the stock 6.5 heat shield I think this is the best solution.
Another member from Australia made a 1/4" exhaust manifold spacer used
between the exhaust manifold and the head. This works well for him.
Of course installing a set of 6.5 heads would simplify the installation.
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