Hilux Turbo Diesel Conversion

[MasterGrigg]

Hey guys. Not the smartest when it comes to cars so bare with me here.

I have a 99, 4x4, Petrol Hilux and I'm considering converting it over to a turbo diesel.

Just wanted to know if there would be any issues with the drivetrain, gearbox etc.

Also what years and models of Hilux's I can use the engine out of.

Any feedback on how to, why or why not to do this would be greatly appreciated.

[Pete Q]

Hey guys. Not the smartest when it comes to cars so bare with me here.

I have a 99, 4x4, Petrol Hilux and I'm considering converting it over to a turbo diesel.

Just wanted to know if there would be any issues with the drivetrain, gearbox etc.

Also what years and models of Hilux's I can use the engine out of.

Any feedback on how to, why or why not to do this would be greatly appreciated.

Hey,

Probably not much point doing this. I assume you prefer the economy of the diesel?

Dont know about yours but I run a petrol 84 4 runner and get about 13 litres per 100 Kms. My Father runs a diesel 96 Hilux (Non turbo) and gets around 11. By the time you have spent the money converting it over (you would be lookng at around $9000 just guessing). The drive train etc are all the same but you need to change the engine, all the engine bolt ons - water pump etc, fuel lines, fuel pump and tank. Its a major job. Plus then diesel parts are more expensive in my experience and quite honestly I prefer driving a petrol - much quieter and smoother driving.

I do know a guy who went the other way - converted an 87 4 runner from diesel to petrol. He did this because his engine was shot and somehow for him it was cheaper to do the whole conversion than just replace the diesel engine.

Would be a fun job to do though. Would be interested to see how you get on if you decide to do it.

Pete.