Thursday, April 3, 2014

SD33T engine

Hey all. Found a good deal locally on a used SD33T and a 5 speed gearbox so have picked them up. The motor didn't come with much so will need to reuse my altenator, starter motor etc. It did come with the manifolds but they are in poor condition so will most likely replace them with custom units with a different turbo flange. I will also be using the gearbox (with its built in transfer case) to replace my T177 and NP208. This will result in a 5th gear with better ratios and a somewhat stronger gearbox. Plus easier and cheaper to find parts for. However this is assuming it fits comfortably in the transmission tunnel and the clutch can be adapted to the pedal.
Now it is registered I will begin stripping it down and will most likely start painting and designing parts for it, however due to a break down of my daily driver it is temporarily on hold.