Hey guys and gals. I have a 2000 FLD 120 and I'd like to swap out my Cat C12 for a Detroit 60 Series. The C12 is 355/410 with a Merritor 10spd manual. Is there going to be any compatibility issues that I may face by swapping out the engines, and what might they be, if any? Thanks in advance!
C-12 swap for DD 60 Series
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Torque rating and wiring harness. What's the 60 series rated at?
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Rebuilding the C12 will be cheaper than purchasing, installing,and fabricating the harness. The 60 Series is far and away a better engine, but you're looking at a lot of money to upgrade. Yes, if torque rating is too far different, you'll need to upgrade the clutch and transmission.
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Not bad. I just ordered a new, non reman DDEC III 60 Series from Detroit. 6 weeks out @ 38K. I can get E, and C15 platinum kits very reasonable. Yes, CAT parts are very expensive, but the platinum kits are not unreasonable, and the C12 is a very efficient and easy to work on engine.
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Your stock trans is fine for the swap. Prob rated at 1450-1550. Unless your gonna upgrade to a 13 leave it be
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