OM617 to 617.95x conversion

Mercedes-Benz conversations only
brianmgb
Uusi tuttavuus
Uusi tuttavuus
Viestit: 1
Liittynyt: Ke 08.10.2008 16:50

OM617 to 617.95x conversion

Viesti Kirjoittaja brianmgb »

Hallo,
I have a 1984 Hymer camper on a MB309 chassis(type 602) with a normally aspirated motor,is it possible/feasible to install a turbo motor,I have been told that converting to turbo with the original motor is not practical.I need more torque and somewhat more speed.If none of this is possible could I use a later turbopotor? and would that mean changing the gearbox as well
Thanks
Brian
Avatar
Forced_Induction
Vakiokalustoa
Vakiokalustoa
Viestit: 101
Liittynyt: Su 24.09.2006 06:04
Paikkakunta: Federal Heights, Colorado USA
Viesti:

Viesti Kirjoittaja Forced_Induction »

A 309D is powered by an OM617, the later 310D used the OM602.

Its better to replace the whole engine with a turbo model, especially in that heavy chassis where the engine will be stressed all the time. Turbocharging the stock engine will not last reliably. Despite looking similar on the outside, inside the turbo engine is built much stronger.

Changing the gearbox is not needed. It can handle more than any diesel that can bolt to it can put out. It also has a special low 1st gear that the car transmissions do not have.
1982 300D
Maxed MW-Pump, Holset HE221W, straight pipe exhaust, A/W intercooler, W/M injection
W115 300D intake manifold, 2-Micron Baldwin BF7591-D fuel filter, W126 Gen-II front brakes
Webasto TSL-17 auxiliary hear, Battery relocated to the trunk, Factory skidplate, 15mm rear sway-bar
147HP, 220lb-ft at the rear wheels

2006 Honda Rebel Turbo Diesel
Kubota OC95, VZ21 turbocharger, Intercooler, Comet 40C/44D CVT
Vastaa Viestiin