I don't want to share how much I already payed for the F.O.R.D. since it is in my ownership.Anything can be made to work, with enough money. Question is how deep are your pockets?
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In the US you would probably say that I am crazy, paying these European prices.
Thanks for the link!Here is some good info on the 6,9/7.3 IDI and Power Stroke engines.
That's the idea. I'm missing the crankshaft, some rods and pistons.Imho, fix the IDI,
I was hoping to get away with less effort and and money by purchasing an old PowerStroke. They are more common over here.
BUT - NOW - Folks: I got the message and I know now, that I don't need to search for a PS engine as donator.
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Yes you are right. IDI parts are pricy here in Europe.I'm not sure of you skill set and how deep you want dive in but if IDI parts are rare/expensive where you're located i'd be tempted to look into a swap of some sort. Question is are you hauling heavy? If not you could get away with a lighter duty diesel engine that has all the perks and simplicity but won't probably have the "duty cycle" that an IDI has. I'm not sure how common they'd be but a mechanical Mercedes diesel. Whats the mechanical "Ford IDI/Cummins" equivalent in Finland?
European engine: I'd like to avoid for the moment. I rather look for spares to fix the broken IDI.