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If anybody is up for the swap, I can get the much more powerful ARL motor (PD) with stock 150 hp and 250ft.lbs for roughly $ 2500.-. I'm dealing with Diesel parts from Germany to the US for some tuning companies and anybody that is interested in it.
With just chipping it, you're already in the 180hp range and lots more torque but how do you get it registered?


This VW diesel swap has really piqued my interest but I am also having the frustration that comes with being low down on the learning curve.

So, what exactly is "the much more powerful ARL motor (PD) with stock 150 hp and 250ft.lbs"?

I am also wondering if the late model TDI electronic injected motors could be run with a Megasquirt aftermarket ECU thereby eliminating the troublesome (and expensive) VW electronics. How cool would it be to get all the technological advances incorporated into the later TDI motors without the electronic hassles! -- Matt

'89 4runner SR5, 3.0, auto (fun)
'93 xtra cab, dlx,3.0, 5spd (work truck)