

The ACME kit does not require any core charges or exchanges.ĭoes a Diesel Conversion using the Acme Suzuki Turbo Diesel Conversion Kit require a spring over axle suspension lift?No. However, if you plan on using the VW crossflow radiators some models that have the fill cap on the tub require one to modify a small part of the inner rib of the hood for radiator cap clearance. Do I have to modify my Suzuki Samurai hood or body?With the acme kit and the way the engine mounts are configured, it is not necessary to perform any body modifications or suspension modifications for normal street driving. You only need to perform a simple minor modification to the unused back portion of the crankshaft hub from your donor VW engine. You do not need to mess around with replacing ring gears either. The ACME kit is professionally engineered and does not require any welding to the engine block or other parts, drilling or tapping of engine holes. It takes approximately 30-40 hours from start to finish to complete the conversion.ĭoes the Acme Suzuki Turbo Diesel Kit require welding, drilling, tapping of holes, heating flywheels to remove ring gears or serious modifications to the VW engine?No. How long does it take to do a typical Suzuki Turbo diesel conversion?įor the average mechanically minded person having all the conversion parts sitting on the garage or shop floor, one can have the motor in the engine bay in about three hours. Special note: Acme Kit #1 and our basic Sidekick/Tracker, and basic Toyota Kits will fit any of the VW 4 cylinder inline water cooled engines from 1976-2006. What vehicles and engines are the Acme Adapter Suzuki Turbo Diesel Conversion Kits designed for?Īcme kits are designed for use with the 4 cylinder VW engines made prior to 1998 and installed in Suzuki Samurai sj413's from 1986-1996, Suzuki Sidekicks and Geo Trackers from 1989-1998 (non-sport models) and Toyota's using the 22R style 4 or 5 speed transmissions from 1979-1995. Should you have additional questions that are not answered here, please send us an e-mail at We will have an answer for you in 24 hours. Converting your Suzuki to a diesel is not a complicated engine swap. Discover how easy it is to do the diesel conversion. The following "frequently asked questions" will give you some insight into the ACME Adapter approach to the Suzuki diesel conversion. Acme Adapters manufactures the finest grade Suzuki turbo diesel conversion kit that enables you to convert your Samurai, Sidekick or Geo Tracker to diesel horsepower and torque.
