This paper describes the conversion of the 3.6 1 (225 in) Chrysler gasoline engine to diesel operation for use in passenger cars. The requirements for an acceptable passenger car diesel engine are discussed and the design modifications necessary to ensure these are described. The modified engine was subjected to a detailed development programme resulting in a performance approaching that of the single carburettor gasoline engine together with the expected improvement in vehicle fuel economy and adequate mechanical durability. Reduction of gaseous emissions was investigated and the resulting demonstration vehicles proved very acceptable, and deserving of further development towards production.
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