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Keith Kroeker (Keith) (65.33.33.8)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Saturday, November 09, 2002 - 4:00 pm: | |
Hi All,
I hope this isn't too stupid, but I read alot of posts talking about the different DA's (6V71, 6V92, 6V92TA...etc. My Flx has a 6V92TA..plate says 300hp... Can someone help explain the main differences between the engines... And for that matter the main differneces between the transmissions. I'm not exactly sure what tranny is in mine... how do you tell. IS the 6V92TA turbo charged or does it come both ways? Sorry to ask so many questions... I have a lot to learn. |
Henry R. Bergman, Jr. (Henryofcj) (63.224.197.10)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Saturday, November 09, 2002 - 7:23 pm: | |
Detroit years ago applied a really neat system for Eye Dee ing their products. Your 6V92TA means....
That it has six cylinders in a Vee configeration and each cylinder has 92 cubic inches. The T means it is turbo charged and the A means that there is a gadget/radiator that cools the compressed hot air.....
After it leaves the turbo compressor and before it enters the air box in the block where it goes through the ports to feed the pistons.
The 6V92TA was/is one of Detroits BEST engines. Very successful. For its size and weight, it puts out lots of power, 300 in your case. Up to 350 hp commonly available......
Before mileage and service life becomes a concern. Much more HP was/is available in military and/or marine applications, like up to 600 HP.
I do not know what kind of tranny you have but assume it may be one of several automotive types of very good automatics available.
Or....it could still be a manual which is all right also. The 6V92N did not have a turbo charger. Most if not all Detroit two strokes did have mechanical superchargers.....
That helped the engine breathe due to their unique design. Good luck and ....DETROITS FOREVER!!!! Henry |
Geoff (64.1.0.143)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Saturday, November 09, 2002 - 8:51 pm: | |
Nice words, Henry
But let me add something:
There is no sweeter sound than a Detroit 2-cycle hitting perfect on all clyinders...
Forget all the hype about the torque and fuel milage of the 50/60 Series Detroit engine, there is one thing rarely mentioned-- THEY SOUND LIKE S**T! They are so noisy they can drive you crazy just having to stand next to one idling. You need TONS more insulation/sound barrier material if you have one in your bus.
DETROIT 2-STROKES FOREVER!!!
--Geoff
'82 RTS CA 350HP 6V92TA |
Keith Kroeker (Keith) (65.33.33.8)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Sunday, November 10, 2002 - 12:24 am: | |
Thanks Henry...appreciate the info! Wow there is a lot of stuff to learn :-o |
Henry R. Bergman, Jr. (Henryofcj) (63.224.197.10)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Tuesday, November 12, 2002 - 5:40 pm: | |
Keith; The neat thing about this bus conversion fever for which there is no known cure is that there is sooss much a person can learn-----and have fun along the way learning!!!! Go for it---have fun----and do not forget to smile!!! Henry |
charles seaton (205.183.220.250)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Tuesday, December 24, 2002 - 1:57 pm: | |
Just a question, guys.
I have a 1962 GM suburban that I am restoring. It has a 6V71 butI would like a stronger engine. Can a 6V92 be mated to a spicer four-speed stick, or would there be too much HP and torque. I know that the GM suburbans were also delivered with 8V71s, which if I am correct probably appoached the 6V92 in performance. |
Geoff (Geoff) (64.1.0.159)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Wednesday, December 25, 2002 - 10:29 am: | |
Just get a 6V92TA w/V730 engine cradle package out of a Flx or other transit with the 45 degree engine tilt (not RTS). It will have the radiator and extra parts you also need. As far as making it all fit, if your bus's engine compartment is similar to a GM intercity coach you will have to make a few modifications to make it happen. If you are only restoring the bus and don't plan on converting it and driving it long distances on the freeway I would say just leave the 6V71 and save yourself the time and money. If your futre plans are to convert I would suggest buying a newer bus with the engine you want!
--Geoff
'82 RTS CA |