6.2 diesel swap, like to hear from people who have done it

[AlaskaMatt]

So I have two donor vehicles and a 71 blazer just waiting for me to get on with the project. I will be stealing the 700r4 from one of the donors as well. I am currently playing with the donors to determine the best parts for stealing from each one.

This project is a go, no need to debate the merits pro and con, I have done that and am comfortable with my decision.

I have read all the threads I could find on this but most all seem to be talking about doing it, not actually doing it. What I am looking for is people I can PM and ask question of during the swap and any unexpected things you ran into while doing it.

Things I know:

There is an oil pan clearance issue, and read that BBC stands lift it enough to clear. Can anyone verify that? Better solution?

I am also aware that I will be changing out the radiator and moving crossbraces around.

Driveshafts are a given.

Glowplug controller will have to be figured out. May go with a manual setup.

Return fuel line. Use the evap line?



Post up if you have been through this and are willing to have your brain picked.

Thanks!