68 Camaro Turbo Diesel Conversion/Restoration
 

Hi,

I'm converting my Camaro to a Turbo Diesel. I can be followed on this webpage: http://forums.tdiclub.com/showthread.php?t=389513

Some may not agree with what I'm doing, however it's something different and I see many benefits to the build.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fbNou1lXBck

Funny my Dad mentioned this to me just yesterday. He spent time over on TDIClub while dropping a diesel in a first generation Saturn SL2. I'm sure your project is going to stir up controversy, but in your defense you didn't sacrifice a "perfectly good" Camaro. I'm a sucker for unique stuff, so I'll have to sit down and go through your thread at some point!

Really :lostmarbles: have you taken a look around here?? We don't leave much alone, stock what's that?? Have at it post lots of pictures we love different. :thumbsup: :welcome3:

NEAT!

If you aren't going to post photos and stuff here, be sure to at least update us so we can go and check your build thread. :)

Quarter panels came in AMD and front fender put on.

Well let's state the obvious...weird..but ummm ok...just a question...If you wanted better weight balance,fuel economy and power why not out a ls motor in even a stock ls motor with only 350hp you can very easily get 20-25 mpg depending on if you throw a 6 spd in and what rear end gears you have. Then the car will still have some "pedigree "
Ryan Austin

Interesting engine choice. Any particular reason you went with the Volkswagen motor? I've seen a first gen with a Duramax, but never anything like this.

What do those things weigh, and how much hp and torque are you expecting out of it?

we need some pictures over here too cowboy

Torque is what moves the car and there's plenty of that in those TD's! Keep us posted!

I say this is cool. I like different. You'll definitely stand out amongst a crowd of LS equipped camaros (and firebirds). I do agree with the other folks, though- post some pics here, too.