Not sure on the dimensions but, as long as your boat isn't over 30' you should be fine with it as an anchor.
Funny you should mention that.... I'm asking so I know how big the hole will be when I throw it out
-Dan
Big enough for a Hemi. :rally_guys:
Mike
Just went out and measured. 22" deep, 26" wide, and 32" deep (including the oil pan)
These measurements include the exhaust headers, intake manifold, power steering pump, A/C, alternator, hard lines...etc.
What type of mileage are you hoping to achieve, and what mods do you have done?
I'm a huge fan of the 4.0 but if I was going to do a swap it'd be a Hemi. With my 2013 3.6 and 34s I'm getting 28 to 30 on the freeway. You might consider trading it in on a 12 or 13.
I own/manage a fleet of vehicles and basically go off road for a living servicing remote radio sites. I like our diesels for towing power and range per tank. They beat you up off road. Too much low end torque and no lug. I have pulled my 1 ton diesel up an icy hill with my 03 Rubicon 2 door. Just food for thought.
Because I can't help myself, I think the 3.8 must be about the size of a breadbox because of the limited power
Do you have any estimate on how much longer a different engine could be before it starts to foul the radiator & fan?
(Obviously I'm going to take extremely detailed measurements before I actually commit to anything, I'm just in the early stages of looking at whats possible)
I very much want a diesel, and would hope to get towards 30mpg with 33s, mild lift, stick shift and "granny driving", or cruising at around 60.
I'm currently learning as much as I can about the 80s and 90s Merc 5 and 6-cyl diesels. The straight 6 is ~31 inches long, a full 9 inches longer than your measurement, which might be a problem...
Thanks again,
-Dan
EDIT: Has anyone seen a straight 6 engine conversion into a JK?
No problem Dan. I measure just shy of 5 1/2 inches from the water pump pulley to the fan motor (smallest distance).
Whereabouts are you in the world? I know the I6 swap engine is a big plan for a lot of people, but always shut down due to the amount of work to do the conversion as well as the fact that due to emissions standards you need a current engine to be in the vehicle (same year as vehicle or newer) for the conversion. Now, if this was non-registered and for off-road use only, it wouldn't matter then (as far as I know).
What gears are you currently running? I have the stock Rubi 4:10's and don't have any complaints (About a 4" lift and 35s). Honestly, for off-road use and highway driving (especially in the mountains) I find my 3.8 in the JK much better than my 4.0 I had in my Renix XJ. My XJ struggled to get to Flagstaff from Phoenix, whereas my JK can cruise up mountains with little issues. Driven it close to New Mexico and been to Vegas with the JK as well. Been very happy. Perhaps gearing would be a cheaper, better option?
I know a lot of people hate on the 3.8, but I myself actually like it.
Hope it doesn't seem like I'm trying to talk you out of anything, just throwing some ideas and info out there.
I'm a huge fan of the 4.0 but if I was going to do a swap it'd be a Hemi. With my 2013 3.6 and 34s I'm getting 28 to 30 on the freeway. You might consider trading it in on a 12 or 13.
I own/manage a fleet of vehicles and basically go off road for a living servicing remote radio sites. I like our diesels for towing power and range per tank. They beat you up off road. Too much low end torque and no lug. I have pulled my 1 ton diesel up an icy hill with my 03 Rubicon 2 door. Just food for thought.
Because I can't help myself, I think the 3.8 must be about the size of a breadbox because of the limited power
30 mpg?
Molon Labe