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2.8L VM Motori Swap - Diesel Tech

Four-Cylinder Diesel Possibilities
By Jason Thompson
Photography by David Kennedy, Courtesy Of Mopar
Jeep Diesel Engine Swap Underhood
Jeep Diesel Engine Swap Jeep T1
Here is the Jeep T1 (military... 
   
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Jeep Diesel Engine Swap Jeep T1
Here is the Jeep T1 (military long-wheelbase) donor vehicle. The 2.8L VM Motori diesel engine and five-speed NV3550 manual transmission were used in conjunction with the Rubicon's stock 241-OR transfer case with the 4:1 low-range gearset. This combination called for custom-fabricated motor mount perches (frame towers) and driveshaft lengths for the Rubicon.
Jeep Diesel Engine Swap Hood Up
Demand for the Italian VM... 
   
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Jeep Diesel Engine Swap Hood Up
Demand for the Italian VM Motori inline-four is increasing. Perhaps one day we will look back at this demonstration project from Mopar as the birthplace of a whole new aftermarket segment.
Jeep Diesel Engine Swap Engine Mounts
The Rubicon's original motor... 
   
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Jeep Diesel Engine Swap Engine Mounts
The Rubicon's original motor mounts (arrows) were replaced with brackets able to support the diesel's circular bushing motor mounts.
Jeep Diesel Engine Swap Engine Mount Brackets
Notice both mount styles are... 
   
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Jeep Diesel Engine Swap Engine Mount Brackets
Notice both mount styles are located generally in the same place behind the front axle.

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