Good sites to learn about biodiesel?

[PrinceofWands]

So I just picked up a new project car ('57 jag mk1) and I'm deciding what to do about an engine. Usually I'm uber practical and would have only bought a fuel efficient car, so I started wondering about dropping in a diesel and going bio. I know very little about it however, and would like to learn more about everything involved.


Mods: can I get this moved to the garage forum please?

thanks a bunch.

You're welcome!

Senior Moderator-Compuwiz1

 

[FoBoT]

check this one first

http://forums.anandtech.com/ca...tid=85&flcache=8657597

 

[drnickriviera]

You want to put a heavy ass diesel engine in a Jag? Why not leave that car alone and go buy an ole diesel rabbit or w123 chassis mercedes. Search for collaborative biodiesel tutorial if you want some info.

 

[PrinceofWands]

Originally posted by: drnickriviera
You want to put a heavy ass diesel engine in a Jag? Why not leave that car alone and go buy an ole diesel rabbit or w123 chassis mercedes. Search for collaborative biodiesel tutorial if you want some info.

Well I don't know yet that I will, but it's an idea anyway. I'm not into speed, racing, etc so that's not a big deal to me. I'm VERY into economy and environment however, so this seems like it could be a good option. I only want the car for the looks, and the rarity, but it will be my only vehicle once it's done.

As for weight, the jag already runs 3100lbs stock, though our mods are gonna cut a few hundred off that. Are diesels always heavier than other engines? That's why I came to ask questions about it...I know next to nothing.

 

[PrinceofWands]

Originally posted by: FoBoT
check this one first

http://forums.anandtech.com/ca...tid=85&flcache=8657597

hahah, thanks, I actually didn't notice the new forum. I'll ask the mods to move this.

 

[Pliablemoose]

Originally posted by: PrinceofWands
So I just picked up a new project car ('57 jag mk1) and I'm deciding what to do about an engine. Usually I'm uber practical and would have only bought a fuel efficient car, so I started wondering about dropping in a diesel and going bio.

😕

Honestly, I wouldn't waste the time on Google to research it. Technically it could be done, but unless it's a project for your masters thesis in mechanical engineering or something it's pretty pointless.

Easier to pop a diesel engine in a Jeep or something.

Diesel Engines
Diesel engines are a great idea for Jeep swaps. However, they have seldom materialized successfully past the idea stage. The lack of applicable, light-duty domestic diesel engines makes these swaps a discouragingly difficult process. Foreign diesels are usually quite advanced, but are difficult to find and maintain. If you do manage to import one of these engines, US diesel fuels a higher sulphur content than foreign purposed fuel, and generally incompatible with foreign designed and produced injectors. We have researched this topic enough to be hopeful that these swaps will one day be more feasable than they currently are.

If you are considering a diesel engine for the sake of novelty, you may find that it requires more commitment and cash than novelty is worth. If you are seeking them for fuel economy or efficiency, you may consider a modern, clean burning fuel-injected gas engine set up against a properly geared drivetrain.

http://www.novak-adapt.com/kno...ge/engines_general.htm

 

[The Boston Dangler]

could the jag fit the chevy small block?

 

[PrinceofWands]

Originally posted by: The Boston Dangler
could the jag fit the chevy small block?

Not sure yet, it's in transit right now so I don't have exact measurements. If it turns out that I can't do something fairly enviro-friendly (bio-d, electric, hybrid, etc) I'll probably let my shop guy pick whatever he thinks will make it sell best and use the money to buy something reasonable. I just can't see myself driving a guzzler/polluter, even one as nice as this jag should end up.