A friend stopped by with this today. I drooled. A bit.
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This looks to be the Cummins 2.8 crate motor, not the South African BMW 2.8
I think the first I saw of that engine was last year, but I'm not sure when it was released.
That little Cummins seems like it would be a really good match for a Defender, or any off-pavement/utility vehicle.
Cheers,
Kennith
That little Cummins seems like it would be a really good match for a Defender, or any off-pavement/utility vehicle.
Cheers,
Kennith
I have seen many articles and videos of the R2.8 in a Rover. They even had a Cummins R2.8 rally in Moab with all the trucks that had one early on. If only Scotto would finish his.
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Low on hp but great on torque.
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Carcaine: Rehab
Some of here have a problem. A carcaine problem. When hoarding project cars is a way of life, this is the intervention: bringing projects back to life, one step at a time.
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R2.8 Turbo Diesel | Cummins Inc.
Not all engines are crated equally. When critical components such as fuel pumps, filters, accessories, starters, and flywheels aren’t included in an engine package, you have to piece together these components from various manufacturers, hoping for the best. For the vehicle specific components...
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I have seen many articles and videos of the R2.8 in a Rover. They even had a Cummins R2.8 rally in Moab with all the trucks that had one early on. If only Scotto would finish his.
Low on hp but great on torque.Carcaine: Rehab
Some of here have a problem. A carcaine problem. When hoarding project cars is a way of life, this is the intervention: bringing projects back to life, one step at a time.
R2.8 Turbo Diesel | Cummins Inc.
Not all engines are crated equally. When critical components such as fuel pumps, filters, accessories, starters, and flywheels aren’t included in an engine package, you have to piece together these components from various manufacturers, hoping for the best. For the vehicle specific components...
The figures are interesting, because it's essentially an exaggerated RV8 on paper.
Cheers,
Kennith
If you are going to dream, dream big.
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Is This the Most Ridiculous Land Rover Defender Ever Made?
Overfinch's one-off Land Rover Defender packs yacht-inspired teak wood trim, a General Motors V8, acres of leather—and a crazy price.
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Im guessing that's the one Crowther built, unless there's 2 identical ones. I've been leaning towards that R2.8 for my 110 build, it seems like a great option
Crockett and Tubbs called. They want their Land Rover back.If you are going to dream, dream big.
Is This the Most Ridiculous Land Rover Defender Ever Made?
Overfinch's one-off Land Rover Defender packs yacht-inspired teak wood trim, a General Motors V8, acres of leather—and a crazy price.
Why?
Fuel mileage?
Horse power?
Towing?
Maintenance?
Parts availability?
Available accessories?
Total project costs?
A combination of everything listed above except total project cost. However, for what you get, even total project cost isn’t too bad. That 2.8 Cummins engine is the total package. The kit they sell for repower projects also greatly simplifies the project.
I have a buddy that has been using cummins 4 cylinder engines in repower projects for years. He would get them from industrial/ delivery trucks.
However, there is an easier, albeit more expensive option now.
Check it out below or see the link previously posted with specs:
R2.8 Turbo Diesel Crate Engine
PN 5467046 includes: R2.8 Turbo Diesel engine assembly Complete front-end accessory drive (Alternator, Power Steering Pump, Fan Hub, Serpentine Belt) Cam-Driven Vacuum Pump Remote Fuel Filter/Water Separator Remote Oil Filter Mass Airflow Sensor and Housing Engine Wiring Harness and Engine...
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i almost talked myself into buying a 110 recently with the idea of doing this. However, the reality of my life right now talked me out of it.
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