05/08/2025
300 Series V6 F33 Turbo Diesel in a 105 ***UPDATE***
Built to prove the concept of a 300 series (F33) engine installed in another model, our goal was to find out if a current generation engine could get equivalent power to a modified 1HD-FTE but be more efficient under all conditions and give a modern feel.
We have altered the intake and exhaust manifolds, moved and installed a bigger GTurbo, redesigned the engine mounts, updated the radiator shroud and built new intercooler plumbing. ***We are now making 380hp and 880nm at the wheels***
There are even more things that need to be done before finalizing any plans to release a kit - including travelling 10,000-20,000km for on-road and off-road testing.
Paired with the Ford 6R80 6-speed automatic transmission (in standard form) this setup is smooth and fast when required. PDI have also developed auto swaps (using the F150 6R80) for the 1FZ-FE and 1HDFTE (in 100 and 105 Landcruiser and therefore the 80 series) plus into the (normally manual 5 speed) VDJ79.
If you are interested in getting an F33 for your vehicle, please send us an email with subject “F33 conversion” and include the vehicle you are interested in installing the engine. We have started with the 105 since it is a live axle cruiser and shares a lot of things with other models.