Tige's powered by diesel????

[chpthril]

Atleast with a diesel, you can see, smell, taste what's killin ya

[maximus2003]

Atleast with a diesel, you can see, smell, taste what's killin ya

HAHAHAHA. Good point. At least you wouldn't have the buddy that goes out there and surf's for an hour before the exhaust gets to him. It'd only be about 15 mins, tops before he was puking.

[chpthril]

HAHAHAHA. Good point. At least you wouldn't have the buddy that goes out there and surf's for an hour before the exhaust gets to him. It'd only be about 15 mins, tops before he was puking.

On a serious note, as much as diesel stinks, it does not put out CO like gasoline does

[maximus2003]

On a serious note, as much as diesel stinks, it does not put out CO like gasoline does

The other factor is winterizing. It's Canada man, it gets cold, it's not only water freezing in the engine block & heater, now I'm worried about diesel turning to jello. HAHAHHA. Kidding! It's not that cold, but I do have to run and finish the igloo! LOL!

[Ruune]

I'm already working on this... I working on a couple of grants next year via the EPA and dept of energy to do a study on alternative (biodiesel) fuels in tow sports. My plan is to utilize either two 22vés or 2 RZ-2s and have them converted to a cummins mercruiser diesel. The powerplant I'm currently looking at is the CMD QSD4.2-350i (http://www.cmdmarine.com/qsd4.2.html). The maximum horsepower of this powerplant is 350bhp, and torque is rated at 519 ft-lbs@2600rpm. This is a 4.2L I-6 marine turbodiesel.

The intent of the study is to do a comparative analysis of petroleum diesel vs. B100 biodiesel and different mixtures in-between, and then compare the two to a baseline vortec 5.7L small block (my current MAG MPI).

The plan is to measure fuel consumption, emissions (CO2, N0x, Sulfur, etc), noise, and engine wear.

Theres a lot of legwork yet to do, in order to get there but I'll keep y'all posted.

[laserfish]

Will that kind of torque mess up the transmissions, or will prop slip take care of that? It will be interesting what prop would be used.

[Ruune]

I'm going to have to find a stronger V-drive thats rated for that kind of torque... which I'll work through CMD or Tige. The question at that point is whether or not it'll fit. Like I said... a lot to do before this is a reality, but I'm spending a LOT of time planning before doing anything. The first phase of the grant application is all planning anyways.

[philwsailz]

Phil knows about Marine Diesel...

There is an outfit in Stillwater Oklahoma called Performance Product Technologies. They do many things in the marine world, but also have a business specifically for the manufacture and marinizing of diesel marine powerplants. The motors are built on the base, (what is it? ) 8.1 litre V-8 block that goes in the "real" hummers.

The motors are supercharged, and are pretty darned efficient. They also sound awesome; no clatter/rattle like in a truck motor.


BTW, the guy is also a Tige' dealer... That business is H2O SPorts Unlimited.

[Ruune]

The Humvee uses the AM General Optimizer 6500 turbodiesel, a 6.5L V-8. This is very intriguing... I'll be in touch with them.

[Domsz06]

Phil knows about Marine Diesel...

There is an outfit in Stillwater Oklahoma called Performance Product Technologies. They do many things in the marine world, but also have a business specifically for the manufacture and marinizing of diesel marine powerplants. The motors are built on the base, (what is it? ) 8.1 litre V-8 block that goes in the "real" hummers.

The motors are supercharged, and are pretty darned efficient. They also sound awesome; no clatter/rattle like in a truck motor.


BTW, the guy is also a Tige' dealer... That business is H2O SPorts Unlimited.

Thanks Phil,

That's the truck he saw.

[philwsailz]

Thanks Phil,

That's the truck he saw.

Andy or Brian was driving. I am by their shop often. My buddy the marine mechanic who taught me what I know about the old OMC motors has his shop just behind theirs.

I tell you, they had the biggest power version motor in a Wellcraft Scarab hull for a while. The boat was fast....

I also should share that the block may be the 6.5 litre... I am a little rusty on thier stuff...

Here is the link:
http://www.perfprotech.com/store/art...ne-diesel.aspx

[Ruune]

Another interesting aspect is that the 6.5L Optimizer is a direct replacement for the GM small block, utilizing the same dimensions and mounting points.

[Domsz06]

all good interesting facts

[Ruune]

more info:
http://www.optimizer6500.com/

"General Engine Products" is a wholly-owned subsidiary of AM General.

[tarheeler]

Like this.