dt466 swap Qs???? - Competition Diesel.Com

bigkurt666 · 09-01-2007, 09:45 PM

ive been looking into doing a dt466 swap i wanted to know what it would take and what tras. would stand up to the masive power that u can get out of a dt.

thanks

VQ2Fast4U · 09-10-2007, 06:07 PM

Your going to want a 93-96 DT466, not the DT466E. It will come with a P pump that you can makes some cheap power with. Your going to have to re work the firewall and maybe a body lift, the motor is about 9" longer then the 7.3. Heavier front springs to handle the 1400 lbs motor. Theres alot more but those are some basics. Look for a tractor pulling video with a DT466 in it, I dont think the trucks stock frame will handle it. Thats something else to think about.

lukecline · 09-10-2007, 08:47 PM

powersnorter over at TDS has done the swap. His truck is a purpose built pulling truck, IIRC its 2000 hp. Its absolutely insane.

VQ2Fast4U · 09-11-2007, 12:11 PM

Maybe you could try and fit the Ford cab on to the 4700 chassis.

DarkShadowDiesel · 09-16-2007, 06:13 PM

there is a black reg cab OBS with a 466 in it (luke is this powersnorter?), i saw a video of it pulling against EEP's white dodge awhile back, the video might still be on EEP's site.

lukecline · 09-16-2007, 08:38 PM

ya, its black. See if you can find a link to the video

dodge359 · 09-16-2007, 09:01 PM

Are the 466s pretty easy to coax hp out of? I always thought they were a turd, but I have only played with them in the medium duty trucks. I have actually passed on a couple free ones. a couple years ago.

CumminAtYa · 09-16-2007, 10:16 PM

I have a pulling DVD with that truck on it. I can't remember how well it did.

74customCrew · 09-17-2007, 09:57 AM

The 93-95 have the P-pump. Basically a 12v cummins with 100 extra cubes. Powersnorter got his to fit because he doesn't run a radiator or intercooler. Otherwise, your looking at reworking the firewall and a body lift unless you want to lose room in the cab. If you're looking for huge power, then I don't know what to tell you to do with the frame. Boxing it would be a good start regardless of the power you want to make. Try to get the engine and crossmember together. The crossmember sits just inside the frame rails and makes for an easier install. I can't tell you what kind of tranny will take that kind of abuse. Maybe an allison shop could build you one off the MT653 platform. Wiring isn't an issue, just starter relay to the pump and one to the starter.

How do I know this? I have a 93 DT466 engine in my 74 F250 Crew Cab.

imelmo · 09-17-2007, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by 74customCrew

How do I know this? I have a 93 DT466 engine in my 74 F250 Crew Cab.

Pics?

Signature600 · 09-17-2007, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by dodge359

Are the 466s pretty easy to coax hp out of? I always thought they were a turd, but I have only played with them in the medium duty trucks. I have actually passed on a couple free ones. a couple years ago.

Ever seen a Pro-Stock, or Super-Stock tractor?? Chances are, if it's red, it started out with an IH466

Chris

74customCrew · 09-18-2007, 04:34 AM

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Originally Posted by imelmo

Pics?

Its a work in progress. http://rides.webshots.com/album/558319779mIvmfa

imelmo · 09-18-2007, 08:59 AM

It fit between the stock frame rails ok?

74customCrew · 09-18-2007, 01:50 PM

Using the crossmember that came with the engine, it slipped inside the frame rails and left 1/4" on each side if I remember right. Boxed the frame with some thick steel and it fits like a glove.

imelmo · 09-19-2007, 11:13 AM

Where'd you find the motor at if you don't mind me asking? And roughly how much was it?

74customCrew · 09-19-2007, 11:20 PM

Motor came from VA. I paid $2500 for the motor and and allison AT545. I sold the tranny, so that helped offset the cost. Motor ran when pulled and had 135K on it. Not too many miles for an engine that is factory rated to run until at least 500k and then do an in vehicle rebuild on.

DarkShadowDiesel · 09-20-2007, 12:27 AM

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Originally Posted by CumminAtYa

I have a pulling DVD with that truck on it. I can't remember how well it did.

in the video i saw it beat dave mitchell if i remember right.
luke, i can't find the link or the video, looks like it isn't on their page or erik stacey's anymore.

imelmo · 09-20-2007, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by 74customCrew

Motor came from VA. I paid $2500 for the motor and and allison AT545. I sold the tranny, so that helped offset the cost. Motor ran when pulled and had 135K on it. Not too many miles for an engine that is factory rated to run until at least 500k and then do an in vehicle rebuild on.

Found it on ebay or something or was it a truck salvage yard? If so, gotta name or link to the place?

74customCrew · 09-22-2007, 11:26 AM

Found it on ebay. Guy sent the title with it too. He came out alright. He bought the whole bus for $600 according to the title. I'll see if I can find his name.

imelmo · 09-22-2007, 11:30 AM

What trans is going behind it?

09-01-2007, 09:45 PM	#1
bigkurt666 Name: bigkurt666 Title: Rookie Status: Not Here Join Date: Jul 2007 Member`s Gallery Posts: 19	dt466 swap Qs???? ive been looking into doing a dt466 swap i wanted to know what it would take and what tras. would stand up to the masive power that u can get out of a dt. thanks

09-10-2007, 06:07 PM	#2
VQ2Fast4U Name: VQ2Fast4U Title: Rookie Status: Not Here Join Date: Aug 2007 Member`s Gallery Posts: 2	Your going to want a 93-96 DT466, not the DT466E. It will come with a P pump that you can makes some cheap power with. Your going to have to re work the firewall and maybe a body lift, the motor is about 9" longer then the 7.3. Heavier front springs to handle the 1400 lbs motor. Theres alot more but those are some basics. Look for a tractor pulling video with a DT466 in it, I dont think the trucks stock frame will handle it. Thats something else to think about. __________________ 2000 F-350 Super Cab Short Bed 7.3 Diesel Pyro, Trans, Boost Gauges, 6637 Filter, CCV Mod, In Tank & Pre-Pump Mods, SS HPX, Van Turbo, 305-70-16 Firestone M/T's AutoEnginuity.

09-10-2007, 08:47 PM	#3
lukecline Name: lukecline Title: Kansas Kid Status: Not Here Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Kansas Member`s Gallery Posts: 482	powersnorter over at TDS has done the swap. His truck is a purpose built pulling truck, IIRC its 2000 hp. Its absolutely insane. __________________ 2005 f350 cclb- studded, deleted, tuned, bpd ficm Early 99 F250 lariat cc sb 4x4 -gtx4202r, big fuel, built trans

09-11-2007, 12:11 PM	#4
VQ2Fast4U Name: VQ2Fast4U Title: Rookie Status: Not Here Join Date: Aug 2007 Member`s Gallery Posts: 2	Maybe you could try and fit the Ford cab on to the 4700 chassis. __________________ 2000 F-350 Super Cab Short Bed 7.3 Diesel Pyro, Trans, Boost Gauges, 6637 Filter, CCV Mod, In Tank & Pre-Pump Mods, SS HPX, Van Turbo, 305-70-16 Firestone M/T's AutoEnginuity.

09-16-2007, 06:13 PM	#5
DarkShadowDiesel Name: DarkShadowDiesel Title: Diesel Enthusiast Status: Not Here Join Date: Dec 2006 Member`s Gallery Posts: 154	there is a black reg cab OBS with a 466 in it (luke is this powersnorter?), i saw a video of it pulling against EEP's white dodge awhile back, the video might still be on EEP's site. __________________ 2002 f250

09-16-2007, 08:38 PM	#6
lukecline Name: lukecline Title: Kansas Kid Status: Not Here Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Kansas Member`s Gallery Posts: 482	ya, its black. See if you can find a link to the video __________________ 2005 f350 cclb- studded, deleted, tuned, bpd ficm Early 99 F250 lariat cc sb 4x4 -gtx4202r, big fuel, built trans

09-16-2007, 09:01 PM	#7
dodge359 Name: dodge359 Title: Too Much Time Status: Not Here Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Kalispell Montana Member`s Gallery Posts: 351	Are the 466s pretty easy to coax hp out of? I always thought they were a turd, but I have only played with them in the medium duty trucks. I have actually passed on a couple free ones. a couple years ago. __________________ 1997 Ram 3500 Studs, Fire rings, Twin Ram Intake, Snow Performance Stage 2 water/Meth, NX 2 stage, 4k kit, 40/3B, +45hp injectors, Custom fuel plate, 4" Stacks, 13" FE clutch, 191 Delivery valves, BD Boots. Nitrous, its the little blue pill for diesels.

09-16-2007, 10:16 PM	#8
CumminAtYa Name: CumminAtYa Title: Looking for a megacab Status: Not Here Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Indianapolis Member`s Gallery Posts: 1,842	I have a pulling DVD with that truck on it. I can't remember how well it did. __________________ No sig.

09-17-2007, 09:57 AM	#9
74customCrew Name: 74customCrew Title: Rookie Status: Not Here Join Date: Sep 2007 Member`s Gallery Posts: 11	The 93-95 have the P-pump. Basically a 12v cummins with 100 extra cubes. Powersnorter got his to fit because he doesn't run a radiator or intercooler. Otherwise, your looking at reworking the firewall and a body lift unless you want to lose room in the cab. If you're looking for huge power, then I don't know what to tell you to do with the frame. Boxing it would be a good start regardless of the power you want to make. Try to get the engine and crossmember together. The crossmember sits just inside the frame rails and makes for an easier install. I can't tell you what kind of tranny will take that kind of abuse. Maybe an allison shop could build you one off the MT653 platform. Wiring isn't an issue, just starter relay to the pump and one to the starter. How do I know this? I have a 93 DT466 engine in my 74 F250 Crew Cab.

09-18-2007, 08:59 AM	#13
imelmo Name: imelmo Title: Go away, I'm 'batin'! Status: Not Here Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Slidell, LA Member`s Gallery Posts: 8,878	It fit between the stock frame rails ok? __________________ ZMBYKLR, '03 Reg Cab Short Bed 4x4 Truck Source Diesel, Warren Diesel, Gardner Racing, Diesel Innovations, 1018 rear wheel llamathrust 10.38 @ 129.60mph The FORDOTA, '86 Toyota reg cab tube chassis to be powered by a 6.0 Powerstroke; finally back in progress .

09-18-2007, 01:50 PM	#14
74customCrew Name: 74customCrew Title: Rookie Status: Not Here Join Date: Sep 2007 Member`s Gallery Posts: 11	Using the crossmember that came with the engine, it slipped inside the frame rails and left 1/4" on each side if I remember right. Boxed the frame with some thick steel and it fits like a glove.

09-19-2007, 11:13 AM	#15
imelmo Name: imelmo Title: Go away, I'm 'batin'! Status: Not Here Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Slidell, LA Member`s Gallery Posts: 8,878	Where'd you find the motor at if you don't mind me asking? And roughly how much was it? __________________ ZMBYKLR, '03 Reg Cab Short Bed 4x4 Truck Source Diesel, Warren Diesel, Gardner Racing, Diesel Innovations, 1018 rear wheel llamathrust 10.38 @ 129.60mph The FORDOTA, '86 Toyota reg cab tube chassis to be powered by a 6.0 Powerstroke; finally back in progress .

09-19-2007, 11:20 PM	#16
74customCrew Name: 74customCrew Title: Rookie Status: Not Here Join Date: Sep 2007 Member`s Gallery Posts: 11	Motor came from VA. I paid $2500 for the motor and and allison AT545. I sold the tranny, so that helped offset the cost. Motor ran when pulled and had 135K on it. Not too many miles for an engine that is factory rated to run until at least 500k and then do an in vehicle rebuild on.

09-22-2007, 11:26 AM	#19
74customCrew Name: 74customCrew Title: Rookie Status: Not Here Join Date: Sep 2007 Member`s Gallery Posts: 11	Found it on ebay. Guy sent the title with it too. He came out alright. He bought the whole bus for $600 according to the title. I'll see if I can find his name.

09-22-2007, 11:30 AM	#20
imelmo Name: imelmo Title: Go away, I'm 'batin'! Status: Not Here Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Slidell, LA Member`s Gallery Posts: 8,878	What trans is going behind it? __________________ ZMBYKLR, '03 Reg Cab Short Bed 4x4 Truck Source Diesel, Warren Diesel, Gardner Racing, Diesel Innovations, 1018 rear wheel llamathrust 10.38 @ 129.60mph The FORDOTA, '86 Toyota reg cab tube chassis to be powered by a 6.0 Powerstroke; finally back in progress .