My Proffitts 1HD-FT 80 series conversion *UPDATED WITH PICS AND VIDEO*

[60Dan]

Update: I've put almost 2500 miles on the truck since getting it back without a single hiccup. I had been running some biodiesel so changed out the fuel filter about 500 miles ago, but that's it.
Yes LOVE the truck still and I never get tired of hearing the sound of that diesel puur!

My only complaint as stated before is running hotter EGT'S than I would like to see on the highway. The boost is also slow to come in, and when it does it pegs out at 12psi. I really only notice the "lack" of power when towing, still has plenty of grunt but then my EGT's go wild so have to back off the skinny pedal.
I am going to remedy this with a new custom built turbo by Graeme in Australia. It should deliver up to 25psi but will limit it to around 15-20 for every day driving and towing. The boost will come in immediately which should eleviate both my EGT issue, and my lust for more POWER!
Stay tuned ....

[60Dan]

Thanks for the compliment - your going to love the 1HDFT!
Thanks for the offer. I've actually spoken with you about the gears on mud.
I think I'm going to try a bigger tire first, if that doesn't work out I'll switch to the 3:73's.
I've got a lot of expenses coming up with the trailer I'm building, so are going to hold off on the new gearing .... For now
Your email is bookmarked!

[FJRanger]

Great to hear Dan, I've about the same miles on mine. I'll work on my own thread once the summer session is done.

Once you get one Graeme's turbo your EGT's will no longer be the issue:-) Who did you source fuel filter from? Did you get a spare starter and alternater as well?

[60Dan]

Great to hear Dan, I've about the same miles on mine. I'll work on my own thread once the summer session is done.

Once you get one Graeme's turbo your EGT's will no longer be the issue:-) Who did you source fuel filter from? Did you get a spare starter and alternater as well?

Hey FJ quit slacking and get a build thread going would you?!

I got the filter from CarQuest here in Nashville. I have the part numbe somewhere if you need me to dig it out for you. Yup, got the spare starter and alternator from a junk yard in the UK.

How are you enjoying your 10 second cruiser?!

[FJRanger]

It's been great.

Learned one thing though; an aux. transmission cooler is an absolute must with the auto and I'm extremely happy my halfcut came with the electronic A442F so I was able to install the convertor lockup. I fear I would killed my trans without it while towing our trailer up Nine Mile Canyon road to Monache Meadow.

[Gifu]

Interested to hear your reaction to the G-Turbo. I hear nothing but good things.
But... did you ever bump your timing? Or tune your IP? My 1HDFT boost to 15psi very quickly. I'm running about 1MM of advance, and have lightly tuned the IP (reduced the aneroid spring, and turned fuel up 1/2 turn).

[60Dan]

I'll post up my thoughts but I expect they will be the same as others - nothing but good things.

I did advance the timing and it worked like you said, although it will still get up there while towing.
It will be nice to have the low end boost, and then turn it up for the trails

[Guambomb]

I'm kinda late to the party. It's awesome how far you've taken her Dan! Looking forward to more updates. Please put me first in line to buy her back someday. Too soon?

[r3run33]

hello dan sent out a message to ya about the carrier back and forth across the country. Not sure about the PM message thing so let me know if you did not get anything thanks! Love that truck!

[60Dan]

Hi Dave,

LOL yeah maybe a little early - but I'll keep you in mind!!!
Yes it has come a long way, and still improving .... look what showed up yesterday from Graeme in Australia



Although with everything else going on at the moment im not sure when I'll get it installed

Basil ... yes I got your message and sent you a reply. Let me know if you didnt get it and I'll copy it in an email to you.

Im also full swing into the trailer build for those of you who may be interested.

Here is the link to the build:
http://www.expeditionportal.com/foru...V-416-Explorer