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Old 06-30-2019, 01:50 PM
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Hey everyone. New member here that just joined and was looking for some info on swapping out my 318 engine for a diesel Cummings. I have read a couple of threads about it but was looking for any help and suggestions that you may have.
 
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2 or 4 wheel drive?
 
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4wheel drive on a 1990 w150
 
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Will the front axle support that much weight?
 
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What's a "Cummings"
 
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A diesel engine in a g-string.
 
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You might as well find a rough W250 cummins truck... then use your W150 as the parts truck.
 



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