'82 Diesel Timing Belt/Head

Well, the timing belt broke. Took off the valve cover off and, um, the
cam was in five pieces. I heard somewhere this substantially reduces
power. The head is toast. The cam carriers busted off and there is
coolant seeping everywhere. Since this happened just off of idle, I've
been told the chances are very good this pistons are okay. Once i
figure out where to get that damned socket needed to get the heads
off, I might be able to take a peek. So...

I know this model is used to drop in a small block Chev/ Ford. Last I
cked, my vegetable oil system isn't compatible with a gasoline engine,
so that's out.

Are there heads available for this diesel? Where might i find such a
thing?

The engine has 145k. Is this engine worn out even with a new head?

Is there a turbo version of this motor that will drop in? The
naturally aspirated engine in it now is not a lot of fun to get up to
speed--even before the timing belt went.

Any comments or advise would be appreciated. Thanks.

 

Second hand motors are the only source I can think of.

Depends on the prior maintenance. It could be in good shape, but
likely it will be consuming a fair amount of oil by now. The
injection pump may be nearing the end of it's life.

Yes, there was a turbo version. Likely most used samples will be very
well worn by now. If you are looking for acceleration I would look at
using a gas powered engine - small chevy, etc.

 

I'm not sure what engine your car has but my 86 740GLE TurboDiesel has an
Audi D24T engine and I've heard some 240's came with this engine also. It
has a stock power rate of 97bhp but have heard of people getting up to 125
by just fooling around with timing etc. Google the D24T engine and you'll
find a few sites with good info. Keith

 

That's a great and positive POV when all things are taken into
consideration.
I'm indifferent when it comes to Volvo/VW Diesel engines.
I think you have a very good V-8 conversion platform. I would
consider the FORD 260-302 Group in the "flavor" of your choice.
There's quite a bit of web info available regarding conversions.

Best of Luck & Regards - Mike Baldwin