Category: Detroit Diesel

Torque Specifications For Detroit Diesel 71 Series Inline (Not Including 2 Cylinder)

June 9, 2023

Torque Specifications For Detroit Diesel Series 71 (Inline Except 2 Cylinder) Thread Size (in.) Description Torque Specifications lb-ft N-m 1/4-20 Standard Torque Specification 7-9 9-12 Bolt-Injector Control Shaft Bracket 10-12 14-16 Bolt-Cam Follower Guide 12-16 16-22 1/4-28 Standard Torque Specification 96-120 130-163 Screw-Inj. Rack Control Lever 24-36 33-49 5/16-18 Standard Torque Specification 156-204 212-277 Bolt-Oil Pan (Cast) - Hard Gasket 13-21 18-28 Bolt-Oil Pan (Low Pan or In Aluminum F/W Hsg. & Front Cover) 10-12 14-16 5/16-24 Standard Torque Specification 15-19 20-26 Nut-Lock-Push Rod 15-19 20-26 Bolt-Blower Drive Coupling Rotor Gear 20-25 27-34 Bolt-Blower Rotor Gear Hub 25-30 34-41 Nut-Lock…
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Everything You Need To Know About Detroit Diesel engines

June 7, 2023

1. Introduction to Detroit Diesel Engines   - History, development, and applications of Detroit Diesel engines Below is a great video posted on Youtube by "Dust Runners Automotive Journal" on the history of Detroit Diesel engines. [embed]https://youtu.be/UFiwj68mO9o[/embed]        - Overview of different engine series and models   Series 53 Engines   3-53 4-53 6V53 8V53   The Series 53 engine by Detroit Diesel is a notable engine series with a rich history. Here's a brief overview of its development and evolution: Development: The Series 53 engine was introduced by Detroit Diesel Corporation in 1957. It was designed as a smaller,…
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How To Tell If You Have A Right Hand Or Left Hand Blower For Your Detroit Diesel Inline 71 Series

June 5, 2023

Do you want to know whether you have a right hand or left hand blower?  This applies for the Detroit Diesel 71 Inline Series engines more specifically Detroit Diesel 371, Detroit Diesel 471, and Detroit Diesel 671. This article will help you select the correct blower for your engine.  Start by standing at the back of the engine (the side of the flywheel). Left Hand Blower Identification If your blower is mounted on the left side of your engine, then you have a left hand blower. Right Hand Blower Identification If your blower is mounted on the right side of…
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7 Reasons White Smoke Is Coming Out Of Your Detroit Diesel engine

June 1, 2023

Is white smoke coming out of your Detroit Diesel engine? If so the reasons below may be why: Broken Piston Ring Incorrectly Installed Ringset Defective Injector Fuel Quality Or Grade Long Idle Periods Broken Or Bent Push Rod Injector Or Governor Improperly Adjusted https://youtu.be/QdIyc3BGrDw
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5 Reasons Your Detroit Diesel Engine Has Black Smoke

June 1, 2023

Does your Detroit Diesel engine have black smoke coming out of it? If so check out the culprits below: Defective injector Contaminated fuel Broken or worn cylinder parts Engine overloaded Faulty intercooler or aftercooler (for turbo engines only) [embed]https://youtu.be/VIWZ3-ilmsE[/embed]
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5 Reasons Your Detroit Diesel May Have Low Oil Pressure

June 1, 2023

Noticing that you have low oil pressure on your Detroit Diesel engine? The list of reasons below may be why: Water in engine oil pan Fuel in engine oil pan Defective oil cooler Engine overloaded Crankcase overfilled   [embed]https://youtu.be/eaCmYz9KM_E[/embed]
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