I Bought a Kubota v2203 Diesel Motor for my Jeep CJ-5
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- čas přidán 17. 09. 2020
- In this video, we pick up a Kubota v2203 to swap in to Lt. Dan.
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Share this video with anyone and everyone who may have some insight on doing this kubota swap. Thanks!
Army commissioned CJ5 in 78 ? Never happened in any yeay since CJ stands for
" Civilian Jeep " . Military Used M38A1 Jeeps which werent used in 78 having been replaced years earlier during the Vietnam war by The M151 " Mutt " . Following the Mutt were CUCV Chevrolet 1- 1/4 ton trucks and Blazers . Followed by the Hummer.
Oh dude speaking from experience the orig. Motor, drivetrain, and power are great on and off-road that you already have there. But I too was not immune from the 4x4 bug. I must of had 5 different off roading mag. subscriptions, and wanted everything I saw, felt a comradery with peoples rides and build stories. So good luck to you I know you will have fun, because you never forget your first.
The axle ratio is a 3.54 being the standard gear ratio and 4.09 was the optional gear ratio. Hopefully you can get some of the parts and pieces that you need for this swap at a good price. Keep up the good work and stay safe out there.
Thanks David! I may consider making the motor mounts and intercooler piping myself to cut down on costs
Heck yeah!!! Great score on the Kubota Diesel!! I know adding up all the things you need can be overwhelming and with youtube fans wanting instant satisfaction on builds , it can make you want to second guess your decision. But there is nothing wrong with a long term build that will get you what you want. I personally think you will get a lot more satisfaction and interest in the kubota build then you would puting a misc V8 , lift and tire on it. But then again I'm bias because I am very interested in this build and a fan of Rust Autoholic Guy who has built a channel around his kubota swap. I will watch every step of the way on your jeep kubota project! Have fun with the jeep the way it is now while you slowly collect parts. I'm excited for this build and hope to do one also! As far as the jeep goes. If you have never changed the gear oil, now would be a great time plus the gear ratio is stamped on the ring gear. Once again HECK YEAH!!! On scoring the Kubota!!
Duddie, thanks again for the level-headed words of support. That's what I need to hear right now haha. I agree, the kubota swap will be better for the channel content and I think I'll enjoy it being a diesel more than a gasser.
@@decentgarage Indeed! Enjoy the jeep the way it is now while you collect parts, then the Epic Kubota CJ5 Build will begin!!
@@DuddiesAdventure that's the plan! Now that it's cooling down I want to get some videos of taking it out on some adventures.
@@decentgarage That would be Awesome! I will make for some great footage!
What sort of frame reinforcement did you gave to do to be able to support the heavier diesel engine since it is so much heavier than any of the gasoline options?
Awesome build man
Thanks Tom!
You are a Dare-Devil ! Glad that ramp didn't bend ;)
😂😂😂 it was definitely sketchy but it worked 🤷♂️
Yep, cash and Twix. All you really need in life!
So true
You might know this calculation, but here it is anyways. MPHx 336/ tire diameter in inches x axle gear ratio = engine RPM. At 60 MPH, you want to be running peak torque of the engine in RPM. That is when you are running the engine at its most load. A few years back, I put a 1.6L VW diesel motor (non turbo) in a 1981 Jeep Cj7. 3.56 rear ends, 30 inch tires, SR4 trans. It worked great but could only go as high as 3rd gear (1.50:1) because motor would lug in 4th. This was my daily driver for 2 years and got over 40 MPG (imp. gal). Kubota is an excellent motor but there is drawbacks. Weight is one. Another one that few ever mention is that turboing a motor, (that wasn't designed for it) and increasing the RPM through a new governor spring (that wasn't designed for it) will have you worrying about exhaust gas temperatures. That can cost catastrophic failures few can afford. Currently I am putting a 1.6L VW (non turbo) in a 1953 army Jeep. With 5.38 rear ends and 33 inch tires, it will be geared perfectly for that engine running at 3287 RPM at 60 MPH. I will still end up putting an overdrive in it so I can split all 4 gears (T98 trans). Of course a turbo or TDI would be better, but I'm doing it, more, for proof of concept. A turbo or TDI would swap in using the same adaptor. If you use the Kubota, or any other smaller motor, you may want to consider using a transmission that has more gear selection then a T150. It makes it a little more drivable. Good luck with your project. Look forward to seeing it.
I'm doing this swap now on my '55 3B!
That will be awesome!
Them tailgates can handle it. I had a full dressed 7.3 sitting on mine
It's just hard to do on a freshly painted tailgate.
You should have a t150 transmission and a Dana 20 transfer case!
Thanks! This is the info I needed 👍
I can help with determining what gears you got:
method 1 (easy and on the spot method): drive the jeep, get it to 3rd gear (1:1) and leave the transfercase in 2H (1:1) and use this formula engine rpm x tire height (inches) / 336 / 1 / speed = axle gear ratio
method 2 (will take a bit longer and may be confusing) : go on the web, make note of the year, make, model, axle type, transmission, transfercase and search for references.
method 3 (labour required): take off the diff cover, remove the differential's ring and pinion and divide the tooth count of the ring gear by the pinion gear.
If you are changing the govenor spring, how do you know what new spring to use and where can I buy one? I am trying to get more revs out of a Kubota V1200B which was a generator motor but is now in our 32foot sail boat. Any other suggestions on how to get the revs up?
To be honest I don't know how the change the gov spring on this motor but I imagine it can't be hard. It's a super simple mechanical motor.
i live in south america, here the cj5 came with a perkins 4203 diesel (P4) engine and attached to t98, i have been told that back then you could also buy the kit turn your gasser into an oily wader. really neat engine used in massey fergusson 165 and marine applications.
Nice, a fellow Utah Kubota swapped Jeeper
I actually sold the Kubota and kept the 258 in it 😬
Should’ve kept it!
@@totegote1162 i know! It was an awesome motor for sure!
The V2203 is a great industrial engine. I have a 20kw genset with one powering it. They do have a pretty narrow power band though. What was yours out of? You want to make sure you don't have a constant speed injection pump on it. First question would be what do you want out of it? Since it has a narrow power band and the variable speed engines are designed for 2800 rpm max without changing springs you need more gears. I was looking and it looked like jeep tranny adapter plates where the cheapest. I am not too familiar with the different models of transmissions but I would look for a five speed with overdrive and not too wide of a ratio. I would avoid anything with a really low or granny first unless you want to go rock crawling or anything like that. Your upper gears will have holes that will really strain the engine. Your axle gears will depend on what you want to do with it.
Thanks for the good info! 👍
I know nothing about these engines but did Kubota ever made a inline 6 turbo small enough to fit in a TJ? Or a turbo version of this engine? I want to daily it and be able to do 70 on the highway. What engine would be good?
@@a-dog8075 Yanmar makes marine engines that will do what you are talking about.
Do you know how i unloaded mine fd35t (same 4 cyl diesel) ???? Just my self..by rope and old soft cushions fron couch es.. Of cause on the soft soil.. Just tide it up and drove forward..slowly..😀😀
Haha that's awesome!
I appreciate the shout out man! Awesome first gen and Lt Dan will be is so rad when you swap it! I want to do a Perkins swap on something or a 3406b swap.
A perkins swap would be awesome too! I had a buddy in Alaska who had one in a 75 ford highboy.
Decent Garage that’s awesome!
@@decentgarage Perkins 4.236?
@@MGRDiesel I'm not sure exactly what perkins model it was.
Yanmar makes marine and tractor engines that will do what you want and they are better than a kubota.
I would run the amc straight 6 and be happy the money your going to spend on the swap will buy a lot of gas
I just swap my CJ5, to a 2.8 turbo diesel International engine... but I'm using 5 speed transmission, with overdrive... you going to need an overdrive
What transmission did you go with?
@@decentgarage I'm in Brazil, but I buyed mid 90's 5 speed transmission from a chevy Silverado,
@@decentgarage His is probably a NV3500 if its a five speed out of a mid 90's chevy.
Check out village customs man they have done those swaps and they build rat rods so they will know the most inexpensive way to make that thing work talk to Joshua Joyce
Dustin, thanks for the suggestion. I'm definitely going to look them up!
Looking through your channel it looks like your focus is on your Dodge pickups, and right on! Are you still working through this Kubota swap for your Jeep?
I ended up selling the Kubota before I swapped it into anything. It was such a cool engine though
Well shoot, I guess I’m late to ask if you’d want to sell it! I want one of those engines for my Jeep Willys Wagon.
Cool channel man!
@@logandavis4074 haha sorry man!
I had couple v2203 for sale running very good
I have 6 of them left. All running. How much did u sell them for I feel I’ve been giving them away at 1,200 dollars
@@rickyphillips1764 around the same price 1200 to 1500 what part of us are you located
@@MGRDiesel Alabama
@@rickyphillips1764 are you able to ship an engine or are they pickup only- Westley 412 901 4540
Do you still have a v2203 engine
Judging by the oil pan, I'd say that kubota came from a reefer trailer
Yep it is
@@decentgarage It probably has a constant fuel pump. You may have to change it out to get power out over various engine loads. Yanmar makes marine diesel engines in various hp sizes that are capable of powering your jeep.
I want to see a 5.9 Cummins swap LOL.
Haha not in this little jeep. Check out my trucks though if you want to see Cummins stuff 👍
v2203 engine HP---?
40HP
I’ve read you can get just under 100 hp and almost 280 lbft of torque with fuel and turbo
Кариер трансиколд!
Thanks!
Why not a 4bt Cummins man cause you know the cummins
The 4BT is 782lbs compared to the Kubota's 415lbs, in a CJ-5 that is just too much weight on the front end. Not saying it can't be done, but the amount of modification need would significantly increase budget as well. Also 4BTs are around 2500~3500, at least near me, and I believe @Decent Garage picked up that Kubota for under $1000 as well. A 4BT is better suited in a full size vehicle such as the J1000 or Cherokee Chief.
Rusty Autoholic Guy dang man that’s good to know!!! Thanks I was thinking of doing a 4bt in my rat rod but man that may seem like a better route! Can they put out as much torque and power as a 4bt with compound turbos
V2203+ turbo from a Volvo/vw/Audi/4bt(small turbos) = quick spool + good power band + happy driver 😁
Should have gone 4bt with a ppump. I know there expensive 😩
Too heavy for a cj-5
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