Camaro '82 engine replacement suggestion

[kuyage]

I have a 3rd gen '82 camaro, currently undergoing body repair. I want to replace the engine (v6) with a strong enough diesel engine to power the heavy body.

Any suggestion for the engine?

It's more of a restoration project for me since it was left in the garage since 2011. Body repairs. engine replacement. interiors. painting. Advise and tips from you guys would be highly appreciated.

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[niky]

If you can find an American diesel V8...

Inspiration:

Corvette V8 diesel conversion - 40 mpg (US) avg. - Fuel Economy, Hypermiling, EcoModding News and Forum - EcoModder.com

(6.5 liter diesel Corvette)

It's a Camaro... anything will fit. You can go for a 3.2 liter Isuzu engine, a Nissan RD (straight six) engine or even a Landcruiser diesel V8. Whatever fits your budget.

[kuyage]

if petrol isn't that cheap and we have enough roads to enjoy, why not go for a v8?

in my case, any diesel engine that can give enough boost the car is okay. i'm just not familiar with the different engines available.
one friend of mine suggested rf7 or any mazda diesel engine. what do you think?

If you can find an American diesel V8...

Inspiration:

Corvette V8 diesel conversion - 40 mpg (US) avg. - Fuel Economy, Hypermiling, EcoModding News and Forum - EcoModder.com

(6.5 liter diesel Corvette)

It's a Camaro... anything will fit. You can go for a 3.2 liter Isuzu engine, a Nissan RD (straight six) engine or even a Landcruiser diesel V8. Whatever fits your budget.

[cripple_rooster]

in my case, any diesel engine that can give enough boost the car is okay. i'm just not familiar with the different engines available.
one friend of mine suggested rf7 or any mazda diesel engine.

Mazda RF7? Isn't it the same as the Kia J2? If so, it would move it like a 4-pot Iron Duke (which was the only 4-cylinder every offered as an option for the 3rd-gen Camaro).

I'd also consider an Isuzu 4BC2 or a 4HF1. Or if you don't mind messing with electronics why not a Cummins ISF3.8 out of a Foton Aumark?

[bulldog]

go to Thunder. ask if you can order an original camaro engine.

[uwak18]

I would stick to the original engine if it's still ok. value wise it's better if the VIN and the engine number matches. also if it's the same color as the VIN indicated.

[txslim55]

Why would you want to install a diesel in a camaro?
The v6 can make a lot of power with a few mods from Speedway Motors, America's Oldest Speed Shop or jegs

[sotel]

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[txslim55]

To much work an to expensive
everything will have to be modified from wiring to mounts to suspension
can you get enough radiator in it to cool it
YOU CAN NOT USE CHINA MADE PARTS

[jick.cejoco]

Why would you want to install a diesel in a camaro?
The v6 can make a lot of power with a few mods from Speedway Motors, America's Oldest Speed Shop or jegs

Why make a camaro, an American muscle car into a weak Frankenstein?


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[GTi]

The TS started this thread last year, wonder what happened since then...

If folks here can convert Expeditions into Isuzu diesels, I'm sure this won't be a problem. But then the car's value would definitely plummet if you install a surplus Jap truck engine usually meant for jeepneys under the hood. Imagine a muscle car sounding like a jeepney... A more powerful, fuel injected GM V8 plus LPG would've been a better option.

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