Military Vehicles, February 1997,: Re: Engine for C15

Re: Engine for C15

Will Power (colbco@powerlink.co.nz)
Fri, 28 Feb 1997 07:35:37 +1200

In message <331598A5.7A38@virgin.net>, "brian.stephens@virgin.net"
<brian.stephens@virgin.net> writes
>Recently we bought a Chevorelet C15, 15 CWT 4*2. It is in need of a lot
>of restoration. One thing which is missing is the engine. We have
>decided that as the original engine is not with it, we would put a
>modern diesel engine in it's place. Although it is a long time off until
>we put the engine in, I would like to start looking around to get one.
>Does anyone have any suggestions on size, bearing in mind that it may be
>callrd upon to pull a one and a half ton gun.
>Another question is how rare are the 4*2 chevs in England, we were told
>this was one of about three in England, the rest being 4*4s, but the
>bloke who told us has never been that relieble on infomation.
>Thanks for any help
>
>Ben
>

Hi Ben,

A much better bet is to fit the 270 from a Jimmy, it is not only a
superior engine, but looks almost correct when fitted.
Physicaly it is 2 inches longer and the starter is on the opposite side,
if you use it's bellhousing also it is a relatively simple transition.

regards

Colin Brookes
Invicta Military Vehicle Preservation Society (IMPS)
colbco@powerlink.co.nz