Suburban / 6BT Cummins conversion

Condition: Used
Make: Chevrolet
Model: Suburban
Type: SUV
Year: 1994
Mileage: 200,000
VIN: 1gngk26f2rj335663
Color: Black
Engine: Cummins 6BT diesel
Cylinders: 6
Fuel: Diesel
Transmission: Manual
Drive type: 4WD
Interior color: Gray
Drive side: Left-hand drive
Vehicle Title: Clear
Item location: Huntington Beach, California, United States
Extras
Power Locks, Power Windows

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Description of 1994 Chevrolet Suburban

This is a complete running converted 1994 Chevy Suburban with a 1997.5 Dodge Cummins 6BT diesel engine. All new shocks, leaf springs, clutch, tires (and new rings for the wheels), and brakes this year. Also done was rewiring of the critical electric components, new steering box and components, radiator, boost hoses, clamps, etc. It has a new FASS fuel pump and still have an extra FASS inside the storage bins. Inside is an electric inverter to use regular power outlets and an audio system with underseat sub and amplifier. Also, has some custom sliding storage bins and a small toolbox with tools and some parts. Outside is a 15,000lb Warn winch and all custom bumpers, exo-cage, and roofrack. See details below.
There is some rust and the engine burns some oil but no engine oil leaks. There is also a small dent in passenger side door from backing into a short pole - the door functions normally. The odometer/speedometer doesn't work and the fuel gauge is acting up. It was upgraded with new wiring and fuel tank sump but I think the connection became disconnected on my camping trip. I had the wiring to the roof lights left disconnected when the electrical work was done - that area of wiring needs replacement and was considering changing to a LED lighting system. Cosmetically it needs some work but the drivetrain, steering, suspension is rock solid and built to last. It still fires up on the 1st turn of the key.
All of the work done since I owned it was done by the guys who built the "Doomsday Diesel" from the Power Diesel magazine. They took what I bought and fixed almost every issue that I had with it. See the mods/repairs/additions below**
I am selling it because I am going on the road and I dont want to put it in storage nor do I want to spend the money to continue making it "perfect". I rarely use it and it needs someone with the skills and the space to keep it and use it the way it should.
If I had the $$$ I would have an AC installed (yes the AC pump is still attached) and have the engine rebuilt to add more power. After that I would have the exterior/interior cosmetics done.
Also, yes it is California smog approved and I had it registered. The tags are expired, however.
** All of this work has been done in the past year (only about 200 miles driven since)
- Replaced wheel hub with new wheel bearings, new grease seals, new front wheel seals- New clutch/clutch assembly, new clutch cover bolts, new rear main seal- Rebuilt transfer case- Flywheel resurfaced and added ARP flywheel bolts- New front brake pads, turned front rotors (rear brakes are still good)- New Red Head steering box- Upgraded power steering pump for oversize tires/weight- New fuel lines, new sending unit- New FASS Titanium Signature fuel pump with water/air filters (including a working spare FASS fuel pump w/air-fuel filters in the rear storage)- New BF Goodrich Mud Terrain T/A KM2 / Wheels- New Raceline rings/bolts for bead-lock rims- Custom leaf-springs built specifically for this truck- New Fox 2.0 shocks with reservoir- New driver side electric window motor and switches.
These added/changed about 2-4 years ago:
- New Optima Yellowtop batteries (2)- New silicone boost hoses- New airbox (for CA smog compliance)- New radiator/lines- New alternator, belts- New water pump and temp sensor- New throttle cable
These are some of the original conversions/modifications:
- 1997.5 Dodge Cummins 5.9 diesel engine with Bosch P7100 injection pump (stock)- NV5600 6-spd manual transmission from 2001 Dodge- Eaton Detroit Truetrac locking differential - 4.10 gearing / full floating 14-bolt- Dana 60 King Pin front axle- Raceline 17" steel bead-lock rims- Warn wheel hubs- Custom built exo-cage, roof rack, rear gate, front/rear bumpers, and reinforced fuel tank- Warn 15,000 winch- Complete set of Autometer gauges (water temp/fuel pressure/oil pressure/boost/EGT/etc.)- Electrical inverter system for AC power, multi port 12-volt cigarette lighter ports- Full set of HID hi power lighting system- Sliding interior storage compartments with extra parts, tools, and these non-installed items: ARB 12V On-board Twin High Performance Air Compressor ARB Blue Inflator with gauge and braided hose ARB Orange Speedy Seal tire repair kit ARB EZ Deflator H3R Performance MX250R Fire Extinguisher with mounting hardware If you'd like more photos or info please ask.