2002 Chevy Avalanche 2500

Shoehorning a Cummins engine into a Chevy Avalanche isn't easy. Getting it to run isn't, either. Nonetheless, Jeremy Mathews of New Paris, Indiana, was up to the task. Over the course of five months, he spent afternoons and evenings pursuing his goal, and in the end he accomplished what he set out to do. The result is an ultra-unique rig that even makes us drool.

GENERAL
Owner: Jeremy Mathews/New Paris, Indiana
Vehicle/Model: '02 Chevy Avalanche 2500
Estimated Value: $50,000

ENGINE
Type: Cummins 5.9L 12-valve turbodiesel
Aspiration: Turbocharger, intercooler, 4-inch-diameter exhaust
Output, hp/torque (estimated): 500/1,000

DRIVETRAIN
Transmission: Allison 643
Transfer case: Divorced NP205

SUSPENSION
Front: ORU 8-inch-lift leaf springs, dual Rancho shocks
Rear: Custom Atlas 12-inch-lift springs, Rancho shocks

AXLES/DIFFERENTIALS
Front: Dana 60/Open
Rear: GM 14-bolt/Limited-slip
Ring-and-pinion: 4.10:1

WHEELS/TIRES
Wheels: 16.5x14 Weld Outback
Tires: 39.5x18.0-16.5 Bogger