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Indo_G
Member
Date registered: Jan 2007
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
Vehicle(s): '96 W463 300GE OM606 722.6 conversion
Posts: 42
| W463 OM606 swap
I'm doing an OM606 diesel conversion from my 300GE and ordered the kit from DieselPumpUK. So far we have no issue installing the engine but unlike most conversion done in Europe or NOrth America my set up would be slightly different due to tropical climate, high humidity, and worse heavy traffic congestion.
For my use I'll do the following:
1. An upgraded cooling system (A/C compressor and condensor from W220 S-class). The stock A/C couldn't cope with the +36 celcius and 86% humidity. Avg speed for city driving is approx 26km/h due to gridlock.
2. Electric fan (possibly 850W G55 aux fan)
3. Uprated DieselPumpUK aftermarket intercooler
4. Removed the front skid plate to clear for the intercooler (pic attached). Is this a common way?
Since this is my first time doing the conversion has anyone had any experience with similar set-up? Any input greatly appreciated
Thanks in advance,
Chris
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Indo_G
Member
Date registered: Jan 2007
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
Vehicle(s): '96 W463 300GE OM606 722.6 conversion
Posts: 42
| RE: W463 OM606 swap
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AlanMcR
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Date registered: Apr 2006
Location: US, CA, Los Altos
Vehicle(s): G300DT E300DT 230SL
Posts: 3500
| RE: W463 OM606 swap
I'd use the latest water pump, fan clutch, and fan from the E300. It keeps my G300 very cool in the desert.
That 850w electric fan requires a control system to drive it. It isn't simply on/off. The smaller fans aren't up to the task. I've tried that route and have a new head gasket to show for it.
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Indo_G
Member
Date registered: Jan 2007
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
Vehicle(s): '96 W463 300GE OM606 722.6 conversion
Posts: 42
| RE: W463 OM606 swap
Hi Alan,
Which E300 generation you'd use? |
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Johnny Christensen
Veteran
Date registered: Sep 2010
Location: Denmark
Vehicle(s): GD290 W461
Posts: 202
| Re: W463 OM606 swap
I would suggest to avoid that intercooler location. If you have any intentions to go offroad then puncture of the cooler and debris / mud clogging the cooler fins are the first things that comes to mind.
Since it also requires you to loose the front protection plate, the bottom of your main radiator as well as the lower part of your steering box and drag link are more exposed.
I hear that Indonesia is very beautiful and a spectacular country of go off the beaten track, would be a shame to loose that ability.
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AlanMcR
Expert
Date registered: Apr 2006
Location: US, CA, Los Altos
Vehicle(s): G300DT E300DT 230SL
Posts: 3500
| RE: W463 OM606 swap
Indo_G - 7/11/2017 2:22 AM Hi Alan, Which E300 generation you'd use? 1998/1999. Here is the parts list for thermal happiness:
A6022000015 Quality 80C thermostat
A6052000820 72mm water pump
A6032050110 Smaller diameter water pump pulley
A6062000123 E300 11 blade fan (not the hub)
A6062000122 E300 fan hub (thermostatic) get one made by Sachs
Make sure the fan shroud is properly in place. These make a huge difference.
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