Why You Should Change Your Oil Pump On Your Cummins Engine

March 8, 2023

Reasons you would want to change the oil pump on a Cummins engine Here are some reasons why you might want to change the oil pump on a Cummins engine: Low oil pressure: A faulty or worn oil pump can cause a decrease in oil pressure, resulting in engine damage due to inadequate lubrication. Engine noise: Low oil pressure caused by a faulty oil pump can result in engine noise such as ticking or knocking sounds. Oil leaks: A worn or damaged oil pump can cause oil leaks, which can damage the engine and result in oil consumption. Reduced engine…
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Reasons For Changing The Thermostat In A Cummins Engine

March 8, 2023

Why would you want to change your thermostats in a Cummins engine? Here are some reasons why you might want to change the thermostats in a Cummins engine: Overheating: The thermostat regulates the flow of coolant through the engine. A faulty or worn thermostat can cause the engine to overheat due to inadequate coolant circulation. Reduced engine performance: If the engine is running too hot or too cold, it can result in reduced engine performance and power. Poor fuel economy: If the engine is running too cold, it can result in poor fuel economy due to incomplete combustion and increased…
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Detroit Diesel 6V71, 8V71, 12V71, 16V71 Engine Tune Up

June 30, 2022

Guide To Engine Tune Up Your 71 V Series Engine Engine There is no scheduled interval for performing an engine tune-up. As long as the engine performance is satisfactory, no tune-up should be needed. Minor adjustments in the valve and injector operating mechanism, governor, etc. should only be required periodically to compensate for normal wear and tear on parts.    To comply with emission regulations, injector timing, exhaust valve clearance, engine idle and no-load speeds, and throttle delay or fuel modulator settings must be checked and adjusted, if necessary, at 50,000 mile intervals.    Normally, when performing tune-up on an…
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Detroit Diesel 6V92, 8V92, 12V92, 16V92 Engine Tune Up

June 28, 2022

Guide To Tuning Up Your Detroit Diesel 92 Series Engine In this article we cover a basic tune up for a Detroit Diesel 92 Series engine.  Your 92 series engine has no scheduled interval for performing an engine tune-up. As long as the engine's performance is satisfactory, no tune up should be needed. Minor adjustments to the valve and injector operating mechanism, gover, etc should only be required periodically to compensate for normal wear and tear on parts.  The type of governor used depends on the engine applications. Since the application of the governor has different characteristics, the tune-up procedure…
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Detroit Diesel 271,371,471,671 Inline Engine Tune Up Guide

June 28, 2022

Guide To Tuning Up Your Detroit Diesel 71 Series Inline Engine In this article we cover a basic tune up for a Detroit Diesel 71 Series inline engine.  Your 71 series inline engine has no scheduled interval for performing an engine tune-up. As long as the engine's performance is satisfactory, no tune up should be needed. Minor adjustments to the valve and injector operating mechanism, gover, etc should only be required periodically to compensate for normal wear and tear on parts.  The type of governor used depends on the engine applications. Since the application of the governor has different characteristics,…
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Detroit Diesel 353, 453, 6V53, 8V53 Engine Tune Up

June 28, 2022

Detroit Diesel 53 Series Engine Tune Up Procedures There is no scheduled interval for performing an engine tune-up. As long as the engine performance is satisfactory, no tune-up should be needed. Minor adjustments in the valve and injector operating mechanism governor, etc should only be required periodically to compensate for normal wear and tear on parts.  The type of governor used depends upon the engine application. Since each governor has different characteristics the tune-up procedures vary accordingly. The following types of governors are used. Limiting Speed Mechanical  Variable Speed Mechanical   The mechanical governors are identified by a name plate…
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