Engine — L98 6.0L V8
In ProgressA GM-derived L98 6.0-litre V8 replaces the tired original four-cylinder, transforming the Chinook's capability.
System progress30%
The L98 is a lightweight, torque-rich alloy V8 with a huge aftermarket and proven reliability. It gives the heavy camper the grunt to move loaded across the country and up steep tracks.
Engine plates and a custom crossmember locate the V8 in a bay it was never meant to live in, with clearance for the firewall and steering.
Challenges
Packaging a V8 into a 1978 engine bay with the firewall and steering intact.
Design Decisions
Custom engine plates rather than off-the-shelf mounts for precise placement.
