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Jx to jk engine

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Hi all, 
my JX Diesel engine has conked out.
I do however have a good JK engine, I know it’s less powerful but would I really notice the difference ?
has anybody on here done this transplant 
would love to hear any advice or comment
Marc

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Isnt the JK non turbo, would feel under powered for our heavy vans.
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Yes non turbo, but so is my Jx 

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JX should be turbo. From the year 85 onwards.
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I used a non-turbo JX for ages when my CS expired until fitting the 1Y.
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