Prevost engine swap possible?
I'm looking at a used Prevost that's a beautiful unit in nice condition, but it's got the old DD 8v92 motor, which I'm really leery of. It's got a rep as a dripper and fuel guzzler. What are the chan...
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DonHutchins wrote:
I'm looking at a used Prevost that's a beautiful unit in nice condition, but it's got the old DD 8v92 motor, which I'm really leery of. It's got a rep as a dripper and fuel guzzler. What are the chances it could be swapped for the newer DD Series 60 motor? I know this is off-the-wall, but I really do like this unit and might go for it if this is do-able...
Don Hutchins
Kingston WA
I'm sure it's possible...will probably cost between $20,000 and $40,000 to do.
The 8V92TA is fine...I suspect it is a "Silver 92", with the leakage problems solved. In a Prevost, I would expect a pretty high power rating, probably 450HP or better.
