I have been a heavy diesel truck & equipment mechanic for over 25 years , now working as a machinest, Hats off to you , got it all done in fine order . Bet you like it alot !!! You are right on track, I like it. I think that kind of car should be available in the US . In Germany thare are 3 that I have herd of- VW Polo --Audi A2 -- LOREMO or Lo resistance mobile. I have heard Renault offers one also. I can only ask why not in the US ???
what kind of diesel motor is in there (ie mazda diesel)? I just bought a 93 Festiva with a 1.3l 5 speed and a friend and i were thinking about converting it to diesel since hes got an 84 Tempo GL diesel
So... What components did you have to customize in order to put that engine in? Engine brackets and Flywheel? I have a 89 Festiva that is totally fine but needs a new engine. Putting a Diesel in it would be sweet!!! Did you put a turbo in it solely because the 2 cylinder diesel you have is underpowered? I'm thinking about putting the 3 cylinder Yanmar 3TNV88-BDSA engine in the Festiva.
@PinHeadora flywheel, adapter plate, engine mounts, electrical/alternator mount, rad and heater connections, odds and ends. Yeah, the turbo was to increase HP. If you have a 3TNV88-BDSA, it would have plenty of power. One thing though, on the 2TNV70, the inboard axle shaft barely clears the oil pan flange. It might interfere if the flange to crank C/L distance is any greater. Do you have a source for that engine?
I am amazed at how well this seems to work. So you didn't need any fuel enrichment or extra cooling? I bet the turbo made driving turn from a chore to a blast, considering. Those little diesels are torquey suckers.
@coconuteater64 The radiator is way over-sized, if anything, the engine runs too cool. I have been using unmodified highway diesel. I am thinking of trying propane injection to make it a little happier.
@coconuteater64 there are no signs of being very high. The exhaust wrap tape and clamps are not discolored next to the exhaust manifold. I think I'd like to relocate the turbo to that spot, though, so I can get the most out of the back-pressure. I suppose I could throw a thermocouple on there.
I have been a heavy diesel truck & equipment mechanic for over 25 years , now working as a machinest, Hats off to you , got it all done in fine order . Bet you like it alot !!! You are right on track, I like it. I think that kind of car should be available in the US . In Germany thare are 3 that I have herd of- VW Polo --Audi A2 -- LOREMO or Lo resistance mobile. I have heard Renault offers one also. I can only ask why not in the US ???
thefestivafan 1 month ago
what kind of diesel motor is in there (ie mazda diesel)? I just bought a 93 Festiva with a 1.3l 5 speed and a friend and i were thinking about converting it to diesel since hes got an 84 Tempo GL diesel
shsmustangs 3 months ago
How many mpg is it getting?
giberish9 6 months ago
@giberish9 Mid-60's with 60/40 city/highway driving
asayle3r5 6 months ago
So... What components did you have to customize in order to put that engine in? Engine brackets and Flywheel? I have a 89 Festiva that is totally fine but needs a new engine. Putting a Diesel in it would be sweet!!! Did you put a turbo in it solely because the 2 cylinder diesel you have is underpowered? I'm thinking about putting the 3 cylinder Yanmar 3TNV88-BDSA engine in the Festiva.
PinHeadora 8 months ago
@PinHeadora flywheel, adapter plate, engine mounts, electrical/alternator mount, rad and heater connections, odds and ends. Yeah, the turbo was to increase HP. If you have a 3TNV88-BDSA, it would have plenty of power. One thing though, on the 2TNV70, the inboard axle shaft barely clears the oil pan flange. It might interfere if the flange to crank C/L distance is any greater. Do you have a source for that engine?
asayle3r5 8 months ago
what's the top speed now?
swtscr7 10 months ago
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an65001 11 months ago
I am amazed at how well this seems to work. So you didn't need any fuel enrichment or extra cooling? I bet the turbo made driving turn from a chore to a blast, considering. Those little diesels are torquey suckers.
coconuteater64 1 year ago
@coconuteater64 The radiator is way over-sized, if anything, the engine runs too cool. I have been using unmodified highway diesel. I am thinking of trying propane injection to make it a little happier.
asayle3r5 1 year ago
@asayle3r5 How about electric motor assist?
an65001 11 months ago
@asayle3r5 propane sounds like a plan to me ..... good job man...
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How are your exhaust gas temperatures?
coconuteater64 1 year ago
@coconuteater64 there are no signs of being very high. The exhaust wrap tape and clamps are not discolored next to the exhaust manifold. I think I'd like to relocate the turbo to that spot, though, so I can get the most out of the back-pressure. I suppose I could throw a thermocouple on there.
asayle3r5 1 year ago