Diesel Converstion

Tlee2552 · Oct 12, 2010

I have a 2000 F-250 5.4L Triton V8. I have done pretty much all i can to my truck as is, and i don't plan on ever selling it, so the next step i imagine, would be converting my 5.4L to a Powerstroke Diesel. My question is, does anyone know if this will work, which engine i should use, and any general information you have. Thanks!

blacksnapon · Oct 12, 2010

Tlee2552 said:
I have a 2000 F-250 5.4L Triton V8. I have done pretty much all i can to my truck as is, and i don't plan on ever selling it, so the next step i imagine, would be converting my 5.4L to a Powerstroke Diesel. My question is, does anyone know if this will work, which engine i should use, and any general information you have. Thanks!

It will be somewhat expensive. If you were to use a 7.3, parts would be easier to locate because the 7.3 was available in the 2000. Purchasing the complete fuel, computer, wiring, mounting, suspension (the 7.3 is heavier than the 5.4), trans and related driveline components might be cost prohibitive.

FordF-SuperDuty · Oct 12, 2010

I'd say find a wrecked 7.3 and transfer all the necessary equipment over.

5.0Flareside · Oct 12, 2010

7.3 Powerstroke and like taylor said, find a wrecked one and swap it all over...

Tlee2552 · Oct 12, 2010

Will the weight mess up my 8" lift?

5.0Flareside · Oct 12, 2010

gonna be super tough to swap engines with that 8" of lift.

countryboytn · Oct 12, 2010

nflfreak43 said:
gonna be super tough to swap engines with that 8" of lift.

How you figure that? Just set it on jackstands, with no wheels/tires on it.

And I guess it depends on the lift, I assume they have different ones for gas and diesel trucks. You might have to locate a set of front leafs, for a diesel. depending on how much it sets it down.

Tlee2552 · Oct 12, 2010

Alright, Thanks for the info guys, im going to ask some shops around and see what they come up with also.

flareside_thunder · Oct 13, 2010

I'd say the weight will squat your lift down yes. Chris, all he's gotta do is pull the front clip....that'll be the easiest way all around in terms of new wiring and fabrication.

TexasNomad · Oct 13, 2010

This sounds awesome can't wait to see how this one turns out..

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