Smaller diesel engine, that would replace a gas inline four?

[DmaxMaverick]

It is throttle body injected, I forgot.

Would there be any problems running diesel through the existing fuel system?

No. But you'll need to install a return line to the tank.

[Gearstix]

I was just thinking about brakes with the diesel, and it was mentioned that id have to convert to a hydroboost configuration.
I'm pretty sure I saw something about a vaccum pump that would let you use the original brakes.

[DmaxMaverick]

You could use an electric vacuum pump designed for it. They are noisy, and don't last long.

[Gearstix]

So the best way to setup the brakes would be a hydroboost setup?
is there any other issues like this when converting from gas > diesel?

[Gearstix]

Well I have found a 6.2.
Were moving into a new house soon too, and I get my own garage bay.. yay.
So I'll have space to work on it.
Should I go ahead with getting the engine and gathering the parts?
I'm a bit worried, but I tend to overthink things.
Plus I'm not in a rush so..

[DmaxMaverick]

You have to start somewhere. Lofty goals often lead to very acceptable results. Once you have the engine staring at you, it has to go somewhere. It depends on you determination from there.

[Gearstix]

A buddy of mine in Indianna is going to college and he says he can do a 700R4 for 820 shipped, depending on how much he gets the trans for.
Is the only difference between the gas and diesel 700R4 is the torque converter?
He says it'll have a shift kit and stuff.
Good deal or pass? it'll be a rebuild transmission.