massdrewski

Yea, the inline diesel would be an eye sore sticking out of the hood. My friend thought of that (he has had cummins for about 10 years). He figured that if you were going to put that engine in, then it would not be for street use....or at least a very loud DD with a massive hood scoop or cowl hood. As much as I would hate to say it....the best thing to do is maybe make some contacts over in Europe and start saving your money for a used boxer diesel. but again, with the diesel over their making 253tq at 1800rpm....get ready for some power. Personaly I can not wait for the diesel to come out in america. I show my buddy (diesel maniac) the stats on it and he had a rather big smile. He said that with his help, that he could get an extra 100hp and 100tq out of that little boxer. Just give him a month with the engine and he can do it. But I say go for the TDI conversion. at least there are plenty of parts and forums out there to help you along the way. And who knows. Personaly I will be waiting for the boxer diesel. GL!

check this out. http://www.rs25.com/forums/f5/t108349-who-wants-gravelsport-style-intake.html It is for MAP and you (as do I) have a MAF. someone might do something to swap it over though...

3.9L/4BT The 3.9L/4BT Cummins is an engine in the same family as the 5.9L Cummins turbodiesels. The 3.9L/4B is an inline four-cylinder turbodiesel that was popular for many step van applications including bread vans and other commercial vehicles. This engine is also used in various industrial and construction applications. With a cylinder bore of 4.02 inches (102 mm) and a piston stroke of 4.72 inches (120 mm), the engine had a wet weight of 745 pounds (338 kg). In recent years it produced 130 hp (97 kW) and 355 lb·ft (481 N·m) of torque. The 4BT today is also popular as a conversion engine among many light-duty pickup trucks that were originally equipped with gasoline engines. This is due to its high fuel efficiency while producing power comparable to the original light-duty gasoline engine. The 4BT engines have the same pistons, connecting rods, valve train components, and injectors as their 6BT counterparts.

After a long night of drinking beers with my friend, he looked at me and said "Why not a 4 banger cummins utrbo diesel." The more popular ones are the inline 6's but the 4 might fit with some mods to the front....just a thought.