Im 18 years old and currently attending wyotech. I own a 1962 willys overland wagon that i bought when i was 12. I am planning on putting a diesel in it, but am unsure of what engine to go with and what parts i need any help would be greatly appreciated  

i'd suggest a cummins 4bt outa a ups truck or something along those lines... i know that you can find them with a chevy transmission bolt pattern which will make life much easier on you... you don't have a whole lot of space under the bonnett on that old bird and while it's one stout rig make sure the frame is in good condition... really good condition... you'll more then likely have to upgrade the axles while your at it... i've seen one set up with a full 5.9 cummins... with parts sticking out in odd spots...  namely the turbo...  you in the laramie shop of wyotech???  

I second the 4bt... though a Duramax would be cool too  

thanks fo the help and no not laramie blairsville pa  

I'm sure I'll be in the vast minority with this, but, get an Izuzu 4 cyl diesel and it'll fit nicely, won't overload your driveline. It'll be a great daily driver!