1987 Mazda B2600 B 2600i review from North America
"The most comfortable cab and great climate controls!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
No major problems since I did the diesel conversion, just a front cover oil leak and a power steering hose leak.
General comments?
Bought pickup for $950.00 off Ebay with a bad 2600 engine, after looking it over looks like previous owner ran her out of oil (balance shafts were scored). I replaced the timing chain and guides to check condition of engine. Once I fired her up I relized it was better to replace then rebuild, too many valve train and rod noises and injection had been replaced with an after market carb.
Found an 83' Mitsubishi Turbo diesel pickup locally for about $1000, pulled and rebuilt it. First generation Mazda 4x4 used Mitsubishi motors, my 2.3 diesel bolted right to the bell housing and motor mounts with no alterations needed. Other then a little rewiring, the swap went very smoothly. Now getting 25 to 30 mpg! Future plans are to add an extra tank, fuel solenoid and some plumbing work, so I can burn used vegatable oil. Can you say Free Fuel !!
I encourage anyone interested in a Diesel powered Mazda to give this a try.
Thanks,
Dan
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | turbo diesel [83 Mitsubishi] Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 97000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 98000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet C20 |
| Date of Entry | 13th September, 2004 |