Could a person do this with a donor truck without buying special wiring harnesses? I am a mechanic but never on a big truck
Info on installing a 1999 series 60 in a 2012 Cascadia
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Yes can be done. But not sure how Wiring would need to be deleted. Would be best left to the pros.
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Cascadia has a completely digital dash that will not work with a Series 60 directly. You would need a translator box to route all of the sensors to for things like oil pressure, water temp, etc for themto show up on the dash.
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It's things like this I am wondering about . I've seen seen some harnesses ( for other applications) that are very expensive.
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They are making Cascadia gliders with S60, so it is possible. Talked to a glider builder?
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I haven't, so far I'm just tossing around ideas . I found a deal on the 2012 with a bad engine. My plan is to build a haul and tow for campers and to back haul cars . Big power would not be an issue, I figure the truck would be in no strain loaded . I also would like to stay below the eld rule with a pre 2000 engine.
Does anyone know if the transmission would bolt to the 60 series ?
I know I'm rambling and I apologize for that . All input and options are greatly appreciated. Let me add this forum is great , I'm glad you guys let us " big rigers" ( as I hear on the cb followed by , &@#%!) on here . -
Theirs a place in Oregon that makes wiring harnesses for this. Kustom trucks I think. Not sure.
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These dudes are pretty good. Have bought harnesses from them before.
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Also try these guys.
Engine swaps usually cost more and are more time consuming then originally thought. Alot of little things to consider. Best left to pros unless you have no time limit to get it done.RV transporter Thanks this. -
The biggest issue I could see is getting the SAM Chassis and SAM cab to function without the MCM Basically, the engine controller, chassis controller and cab controller are all interconnected. Getting the engine to run is simple enough, it just needs power and fuel. However, the Cascadia cooling system is mounted to the engine, so there's that to deal with. The radiator is mounted to the engine, not the chassis. Assuming the mounts on the engine mounts match up with the chassis, it should bolt to the trans. however, if it's an autoshift, that is another issue to tackle. You also have to deal with ditching the aftertreatment system, which could also be a stumbling block with the other controllers. Cascadia HVAC systems are even on the datalink. I don't even have to mention the legality of it if the EPA catches you. Not saying it can't be done. I'm just throwing a few ideas off the top of my head that might make things difficult for you. I'm thinking you'd be money ahead to just buy an older pre emissions truck for the task.
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Sounds like too many headaches and too much money for a poor boy . I think I will keep my eye out for an early century but from what I've heard I think I want to stay away from an auto shift .
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