2.0 Liter OM604.915 or OM604.917
2.0 Liter OM604.915 or OM604.917
I'm looking at the possibility of fitting a 2-liter version of the OM604 engine into my Dodge Rampage for a land speed record attempt. These engines appear to be somewhat uncommon, compared to the 2.2L version of the OM604. However, I need to have an engine with less that 2.015L for the racing class.
Any information regarding the availability of these engines would be appreciated. It seems that they were only available in certain European markets, but I'm having problems locating one. Wikipedia reports that they were available in Portugal and Germany, but I can find no examples in either country.
FYI - this is the vehicle that the engine would be used in....
Steve
I haven't been able to find any of these engines and i live in Europe.
The standard OM604 has an 89mm bore and 86.6mm stroke
Does sleeving the engine and a custom crankshaft count as displacement change ??
If so you will probably be able to use an OM601 2.0 crankshaft to reduce the stroke to 84mm and resleeve the engine to fit standard 87mm OM605/606 turbo pistons. Use OM605/606 turbo con rods too.
That will make a 2.0 liter engine with internals just as strong as OM605/606.
(09-23-2014, 01:07 PM)Petar That will make a 2.0 liter engine with internals just as strong as OM605/606.
Wow! That'd be sick!!!
(09-23-2014, 01:07 PM)Petar That will make a 2.0 liter engine with internals just as strong as OM605/606.
The sanctioning body does not care how the displacement is achieved.
The sleeving/destroking looks plausible, albeit expensive.
I was hoping to find a complete 2 liter OM604, but they seem to be especially rare.
STeve.
Was it possibly from some kind of van? The only OM604 I know of over here is the 2.2 typically in a w202 c-class with the unreliable Lucas IP.
(09-23-2014, 11:43 PM)benzguy 1) i have seen in California two 190D's with the 2.0 liter engine 2) I never seen an OM604 3) I have connecting rods and pistons from a OM606 any thing is possible with money and patience Nice Dodge Rampage with luck Steve I hope you find the OM 604 2.0
The same Lucas IP was fitted to the 2 liter versions of the 604, which were reportedly installed in both C class W202's, and E class W210's, during the years of 1996-1998, only for certain markets. One of those markets is reported to be Portugal.
I need to spend some time with the EPC, tracking part#'s and applications for the 604.915 and 604.917 engines.
As far as I can tell, the Mercedes "Vito" small vans never got the 2-liter version. I think those engines were OM601 4-bangers, often as 2.3 liter engines. That much I learned from German Ebay.
Steve.
(09-23-2014, 11:43 PM)benzguy 1) i have seen in California two 190D's with the 2.0 liter engine 2) I never seen an OM604 3) I have connecting rods and pistons from a OM606 any thing is possible with money and patience Nice Dodge Rampage with luck Steve I hope you find the OM 604 2.0
(09-23-2014, 02:36 PM)Jetmugg The sanctioning body does not care how the displacement is achieved.
The sleeving/destroking looks plausible, albeit expensive.
I was hoping to find a complete 2 liter OM604, but they seem to be especially rare.
STeve.
Quote:This is a fascinating topic... Consider this combination of parts, and let me know if there's anything prohibitive.
1) Use the 2 liter OM601 block and crankshaft (87mm bore x 84 mm stroke)
2) Use the OM604 DOHC cylinder head. I am not 100% on this, but believe that it may bolt to the OM601 block
3) Use the connecting rods and pistons from an OM606
This would avoid the need to re-sleeve the larger bore OM604 block.
In the USA, however, the 2.0L OM601 block is not available either, but is more readily importable from Europe than the super-rare small bore OM604 block.
Steve.
How about using a 2 liter OM601 block instead of the OM604 block?
Is it possible to bolt the OM604 cylinder head onto the OM601 block?
Steve.
(09-23-2014, 02:36 PM)Jetmugg The sanctioning body does not care how the displacement is achieved.
The sleeving/destroking looks plausible, albeit expensive.
I was hoping to find a complete 2 liter OM604, but they seem to be especially rare.
STeve.
Quote:This is a fascinating topic... Consider this combination of parts, and let me know if there's anything prohibitive.
1) Use the 2 liter OM601 block and crankshaft (87mm bore x 84 mm stroke)
2) Use the OM604 DOHC cylinder head. I am not 100% on this, but believe that it may bolt to the OM601 block
3) Use the connecting rods and pistons from an OM606
This would avoid the need to re-sleeve the larger bore OM604 block.
In the USA, however, the 2.0L OM601 block is not available either, but is more readily importable from Europe than the super-rare small bore OM604 block.
Steve.
How about using a 2 liter OM601 block instead of the OM604 block?
Is it possible to bolt the OM604 cylinder head onto the OM601 block?
Steve.
Petar:
Thank you very much for posting. I think that a usable solution will be the result of these discussions. With regards to your first proposal - importing the entire 604 engine is certainly possible. If I can achieve a 2-liter displacement without sleeving a block, that is my strong preference. The cost to machine and sleeve an 89mm bore block down to 87mm would be substantial. I don't think there are any "standard" sleeves. If I can avoid sleeving a block (custom machine work), that would save me plenty of $$$.
Since this is for a racing application, I would also like to utilize the 4-valve head. Although I could make good power with the 2-valve head, knowing that there is a 4-valve head available means that I would want to take every advantage possible.
THANK YOU very much for reminding me that the 2.2L and 2.0L OM601's both used the same 87mm bore. My mind hadn't absorbed that information yet. In that case, the 2.0L crankshaft is the key to getting the displacement right. In the USA, OM603 and 606 engines are available for pistons and rods.
I know that it's possible to achieve 100 HP per cylinder on the OM60X series of engines. With that in mind, a 400HP 2-liter version would be my ultimate goal. I would like to give the current G/DT land speed record of 129.xx mph a big increase.
Steve.
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
You need to bajoose those headlights!
600hp 606's have been rumored, shoot even with 250-300hp from a 2L you would be cranking.
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
I'm not sure what bajoose means. I would like to cover the headlights, but it is only allowed with factory Mopar Performance covers (P4286820 or P4286821), which are extremely difficult to find. I have been looking for 2+ years, and have not found a single set of them, at any price.
I have already run above the 2L record with my 1.5L VW engine. However, I still want to build a very strong 2L engine. I think the MB OM60X series has more power potential than the readily available VW diesels. The possibility of making 400HP from a 2L OM604 is too much to resist. I have to explore it fully before giving up on the notion.
Steve.
(09-24-2014, 11:16 AM)Jetmugg I am beginning to wonder if MB perhaps used OM601 blocks with OM604 heads to produce the 604.915 and 604.917 engines.
Jeemu reported that he was working on such a hybrid, but he has not posted in some time.
Steve.
(09-24-2014, 11:16 AM)Jetmugg I am beginning to wonder if MB perhaps used OM601 blocks with OM604 heads to produce the 604.915 and 604.917 engines.
Jeemu reported that he was working on such a hybrid, but he has not posted in some time.
Steve.
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
any reason you can't take a 603, deck the block, and install shorter rods?
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
(09-24-2014, 12:32 PM)Simpler=Better any reason you can't take a 603, deck the block, and install shorter rods?
(09-24-2014, 12:32 PM)Simpler=Better any reason you can't take a 603, deck the block, and install shorter rods?
(09-24-2014, 12:46 PM)Jetmugg(09-24-2014, 12:32 PM)Simpler=Better any reason you can't take a 603, deck the block, and install shorter rods?
I think I just got lost. Installing shorter rods and a decked block on an OM603 will not yield a 2 liter engine.
Steve.
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
Sorry, had a brain fat. For some reason I though shortening the block would reduce the stroke
(09-24-2014, 12:46 PM)Jetmugg(09-24-2014, 12:32 PM)Simpler=Better any reason you can't take a 603, deck the block, and install shorter rods?
I think I just got lost. Installing shorter rods and a decked block on an OM603 will not yield a 2 liter engine.
Steve.
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
OM604/5/6 engines are all sleeved from factory i think.Here's what i found
http://www.w124performance.com/service/w...-9272A.pdf
http://www.w124performance.com/service/w...-9273A.pdf
Note that the first doc says that outside diameter of the cylinder sleeve for the 604.910 / 912 (2.2 liter) is 91.5mm
On the other hand 604.915/917 (2.0 liter) and 605/606 engines have sleeves with 90mm external diameter.
So you would need to have some custom sleeves made with 91.5 outside and a bit under 87mm inside diameter
If you could fit the OM604 head on a 601 block that would be great and save you from much trouble.
hy there ,
have u found the 604 engine yet?
i may look around and under the first stone i´ll find one 2.0 604.
a lot 124 200D and 202 200C´s were sold in here, actually was the most famous MB car of the 90thies.
the 220thies were the same but the 220´s CDI.
i´ve seen a few in a place.
604.8xx is the 2200cc u´re talking about in the begining , that is a sprinter/Vito engine. not sedan.
regards
Thank you for the response. I have not found a complete 2 liter OM604 (604.915 or 604.917). I think there is a way to assemble a 2 liter version using a combination of OM601 and OM604 parts. I have a friend in Northern Europe investigating this possibility.
The W202 cars with OM604.915 or 0M604.917 should be the correct application as-delivered in Portugal, Greece, and some other European countries.
Here in the USA, we never got the OM604. In the W201 cars, we got either a 2.2L OM601 or a 2.5L OM602. We did not get any diesels in W202 chassis.
It gets confusing, as MB supplied different models to different countries. I have a difficult time keeping track. The 2.2L OM604 was available in Germany and UK in sedans. Apparently, in Portugal, the same sedans got the 2.0L version (presumably due to high registration costs for larger engines).
I am trying to keep my options open. If you see any 2.0 604's, I would still be interested.
Steve.
Get your hands on a m111 78.7mm stroke cranck from 1.8 or a 2.0 mercedes c class or e, i belive it will bolt right inn the om604 same bearing size. Mercedes used diesel crancks in the early amg petrol models m103/m104 3.4l and 3.6l engines, they tok it from 3.5sdl om603.
But you have to make som custom rods and maybe add som material to the cranck, it should not be any problem where you live
i´ll find one for u!!! as i said there are a lot in here. do u want it runing or scrap?
do u have any cylinder nr restriction? if not would be easyer to use a 605. maybe in the states u can custom made a crankshaft, cheaper than changing a lot of things. 5 cyl dont have balance issues , 5 cyl are one cylinder more powerful, reduced stroke alow increased rpm, power stroke is at 144º and so on.
regards
I am really hoping to use as many "factory" MB parts as possible. Custom crankshafts, custom rods, custom pistons, etc are all extremely expensive when compared to actual MB parts, even if they have to be shipped around the world.
The class I'm building for has a 2.015 L maximum displacement. The engine needs to fit in the Dodge Rampage depicted above, and it must remain front-wheel-drive. These vehicles were originally fitted with Chrysler 2.2L four cylinder engines mounted transversely. I'm afraid that the 5-cylinder MB engines will be too long to fit correctly under the hood of this little truck.
Thank you very much for the offer of finding a 2-liter 604 in Portugal. I would want one in running condition if possible, although it may not be absolutely necessary. I will discuss this option with the engine builder to see if this is a favorable economic choice.
Steve.
(09-30-2014, 10:19 AM)Jetmugg I am really hoping to use as many "factory" MB parts as possible. Custom crankshafts, custom rods, custom pistons, etc are all extremely expensive when compared to actual MB parts, even if they have to be shipped around the world.
The class I'm building for has a 2.015 L maximum displacement. The engine needs to fit in the Dodge Rampage depicted above, and it must remain front-wheel-drive. These vehicles were originally fitted with Chrysler 2.2L four cylinder engines mounted transversely. I'm afraid that the 5-cylinder MB engines will be too long to fit correctly under the hood of this little truck.
Thank you very much for the offer of finding a 2-liter 604 in Portugal. I would want one in running condition if possible, although it may not be absolutely necessary. I will discuss this option with the engine builder to see if this is a favorable economic choice.
Steve.
(09-30-2014, 10:19 AM)Jetmugg I am really hoping to use as many "factory" MB parts as possible. Custom crankshafts, custom rods, custom pistons, etc are all extremely expensive when compared to actual MB parts, even if they have to be shipped around the world.
The class I'm building for has a 2.015 L maximum displacement. The engine needs to fit in the Dodge Rampage depicted above, and it must remain front-wheel-drive. These vehicles were originally fitted with Chrysler 2.2L four cylinder engines mounted transversely. I'm afraid that the 5-cylinder MB engines will be too long to fit correctly under the hood of this little truck.
Thank you very much for the offer of finding a 2-liter 604 in Portugal. I would want one in running condition if possible, although it may not be absolutely necessary. I will discuss this option with the engine builder to see if this is a favorable economic choice.
Steve.
(09-30-2014, 04:02 PM)Jetmugg WOW - nice finds! I thought the 2 liter 604's were only 1996-1998, but my previous information may not have been correct.
The bare engine for $100 would be a great bargain - even if it's only a boat anchor.
Steve.
(09-30-2014, 04:02 PM)Jetmugg WOW - nice finds! I thought the 2 liter 604's were only 1996-1998, but my previous information may not have been correct.
The bare engine for $100 would be a great bargain - even if it's only a boat anchor.
Steve.
for a front drive wheel small car like that, why dont u consider a VW/AUDI engine, like the ones we find in europe in the model A3, Seat Ibiza, and vw golf IV, they are 4 cyl, 2000cc, bosch VE IP wich is a lot easier to tweek, some are known to ride under the 10 sec mark, at least i know of one wich makes 9.3 very often.
it is a real candidate for what u need, not a heavy and slow MB rear axel drive wich will last ages but short burst , that is my opinion now that i understood what u want to do!!!
any how i´ve been busy working and did not had time to check about your 604.
by monday i hope to have a answear for u.
regards
no! no! they have not , the thing is usually people fits them in what u call sedans, 2t cars, for a one ton car a vw/audi is a far better option belive me!! not even the black smoke 203, will be able to make it below the 10sec mark. and many vw/audi engines have done it!!
the thing is one wont fit a 606 in a 4ton truck, usually u fit a cummins 5.5 , despite the 606 is able to deliver the same hp.
regards
Power to weight ratio isn't really a big factor for land speed racing vehicles. It's the absolute power that wins the race for top speed.
There is a considerable difference between a drag race and a land speed record attempt.
The static weight of the vehicle is important for 1/4 mile drag racing, but will not be the determining factor in a 3 mile, or 5 mile long land speed attempt. Many high-powered LSR vehicles have weight intentionally added to improve traction. Weights of 3T are not uncommon for coupes and sedans on the salt. Even roadsters can weigh more than this.
For land speed racing attempts, equilibrium will be reached between the vehicle's ability to apply power to the salt surface and aerodynamic drag.
For the same vehicle (the Dodge Rampage depicted above), more absolute power = higher top speed. The rules do not allow for any aerodynamic modifications to the stock body. Underhood, however, just about anything is OK, as long as it burns diesel fuel.
Steve.
The VAG stuff won't rev out like an IDI Merc. Ignoring the RPM/horsepower relationship, peak HP below 4000 rpm has got to make gearing difficult for land speed attempts.
(10-06-2014, 03:33 PM)Jetmugg Underhood, however, just about anything is OK, as long as it burns diesel fuel.
(10-06-2014, 03:33 PM)Jetmugg Underhood, however, just about anything is OK, as long as it burns diesel fuel.
There is not any differentiation between 2 and 4 stroke diesels. There was a guy with a Ford F250 running a 12 cylinder Detroit (I believe) 2-stroke Diesel. It's the #1292 truck, and that thing is a jaw-dropper. It's an extended cab F250 that has a complete "flop top", like a funny car. The truck's body is hinged at the rear bumper, and the whole body tilts up to give access to the engine and driver's compartment.
It also puts on quite a smoke show!
Steve.
(10-07-2014, 07:21 AM)Jetmugg There was a guy with a Ford F250 running a 12 cylinder Detroit (I believe) 2-stroke Diesel. It's the #1292 truck, and that thing is a jaw-dropper. It's an extended cab F250 that has a complete "flop top", like a funny car. The truck's body is hinged at the rear bumper, and the whole body tilts up to give access to the engine and driver's compartment.Impressive! 220MPH @ 14,000lbs?! Boeing 737 tires?! What?!
(10-07-2014, 07:21 AM)Jetmugg There was a guy with a Ford F250 running a 12 cylinder Detroit (I believe) 2-stroke Diesel. It's the #1292 truck, and that thing is a jaw-dropper. It's an extended cab F250 that has a complete "flop top", like a funny car. The truck's body is hinged at the rear bumper, and the whole body tilts up to give access to the engine and driver's compartment.Impressive! 220MPH @ 14,000lbs?! Boeing 737 tires?! What?!
(10-06-2014, 03:33 PM)Jetmugg Power to weight ratio isn't really a big factor for land speed racing vehicles. It's the absolute power that wins the race for top speed.
There is a considerable difference between a drag race and a land speed record attempt.
The static weight of the vehicle is important for 1/4 mile drag racing, but will not be the determining factor in a 3 mile, or 5 mile long land speed attempt. Many high-powered LSR vehicles have weight intentionally added to improve traction. Weights of 3T are not uncommon for coupes and sedans on the salt. Even roadsters can weigh more than this.
For land speed racing attempts, equilibrium will be reached between the vehicle's ability to apply power to the salt surface and aerodynamic drag.
For the same vehicle (the Dodge Rampage depicted above), more absolute power = higher top speed. The rules do not allow for any aerodynamic modifications to the stock body. Underhood, however, just about anything is OK, as long as it burns diesel fuel.
Steve.
(10-06-2014, 03:33 PM)Jetmugg Power to weight ratio isn't really a big factor for land speed racing vehicles. It's the absolute power that wins the race for top speed.
There is a considerable difference between a drag race and a land speed record attempt.
The static weight of the vehicle is important for 1/4 mile drag racing, but will not be the determining factor in a 3 mile, or 5 mile long land speed attempt. Many high-powered LSR vehicles have weight intentionally added to improve traction. Weights of 3T are not uncommon for coupes and sedans on the salt. Even roadsters can weigh more than this.
For land speed racing attempts, equilibrium will be reached between the vehicle's ability to apply power to the salt surface and aerodynamic drag.
For the same vehicle (the Dodge Rampage depicted above), more absolute power = higher top speed. The rules do not allow for any aerodynamic modifications to the stock body. Underhood, however, just about anything is OK, as long as it burns diesel fuel.
Steve.
Barrote - Thank you very much for your offer. I think I have the situation taken care of, by way of a 604 cylinder head and a 2.0L OM601 bottom end, but it is not 100% complete yet - still in development.
For anyone interested, here's a brief article about the #1292 Ford truck with the 12 cylinder 2-stroke diesel and 737 tires...
http://bangshift.com/bangshiftxl/bangshi...it-diesel/