Re: [MV] M1009 Turbo

From: paul carrier (paulc@teleport.com)
Date: Sat Apr 21 2001 - 17:39:34 PDT


At 01:12 PM 4/21/01 -0700, you wrote:
> I have a 6.2 in my humvee and would never consider
>installing a turbo. I imagine the military engines
>are built stronger but the 6.2 is a gas engine
>converted to diesel. They are not built strong enough
>to handle a turbo. I have heard enough stories about
>the 6.2 in regular vehicles not lasting.
> You would be better off looking for a 6.5 to play
>with. Good luck

The 6.2 block in a M1009 is the same as the HMVEE block, accessories and
their location
are the only difference.

SSG Paul D. Carrier
Readiness NCO (63H & 45K)
Det 2 Co. B 145 SPT BN
Camp Withycombe, Clackamas OR



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