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Finding the Most Reliable Marine Diesel Engines

November 5, 2019

When it comes to a large-scale investment, such as a marine diesel engine, you need to carefully consider your options to ensure you choose the right one. You need to keep your requirements and budget in mind and understand the differences in horsepower, engine size and propulsion between various engines. Choosing the right marine diesel engine can be challenging, but at Diesel Pro Power, we simplify the process. We stock top-tier, reliable marine diesel engine parts as well as other boat parts, and our site is designed to make finding the right parts easier than ever. We supply diesel engine…
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7 Reasons Why Your Detroit Diesel Engine Won’t Start

June 1, 2023

We know it can be frustrating when your Detroit Diesel engine just won't start. We hope that this article gives you some insight into why so that you can get it back up and running in no time.  Below are 7 reasons why this may be happening. Lack Of Air Intake Or Restricted Air Intake Broken Blower Shaft Worn Out Blower Shaft Defective Fuel Pump Defective Starter Discharged Battery High exhaust back pressure   [embed]https://youtu.be/XEXYDvORsS4[/embed]
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TORQUE SPECS FOR CUMMINS ISC, QSC, ISL, & QSL

April 10, 2023

CYLINDER HEAD PART/MATERIAL/COLOR LENGTH TORQUE VALUE IN NM [ FT-LB ] CYLINDER HEAD CAPSCREWS (CAPS FUEL SYSTEM) N/A 1. 50 N•M [ 37 FT-LB ] 2. 148 N•M [ 109 FT-LB ] 3. 148 N•M [ 109 FT-LB ] 4. ADVANCE 90 DEGREES. CYLINDER HEAD CAPSCREWS (COMMON RAIL FUEL SYSTEM) N/A 1. 50 N•M [ 37 FT-LB ] 2. 150 N•M [ 111 FT-LB ] 3. LOOSEN ALL CAPSCREWS 4. 115 N•M [ 85 FT-LB ] 5. 115 N•M [ 85 FT-LB ] 6. ADVANCE 120 DEGREES. CYLINDER HEAD CAPSCREWS (CYLINDER BLOCK SERIAL NUMBERS: 9826882 & HIGHER) N/A 1. 50…
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Torque Specs For The Cummins KTA19

April 7, 2023

CYLINDER HEAD PART/MATERIAL/COLOR LENGTH TORQUE VALUE IN NM [ FT-LB ] SHINEY CHROME HEAD BOLT 170MM [6¾ IN] 1. 65 N•M [ 48 FT-LB ] 2. 160 N•M [ 118 FT-LB ] 3. 250 N•M [ 184 FT-LB ] 4. 345 N•M [ 254 FT-LB ] BLACK HEAD BOLT 170 MM [6¾ IN] 1. 65 N•M [ 48 FT-LB ] 2. 200 N•M [ 148 FT-LB ] 3. 340 N•M [ 251 FT-LB ] 4. 490 N•M [ 361 FT-LB ] ZINC PHOSPHATE GRAY HEAD BOLT 203 MM [8 IN] 1. 65 N•M [ 48 FT-LB ] 2. 200 N•M…
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Torque Specs For Cummins 6CTA

April 5, 2023

CYLINDER HEAD POST 1991 ( New Capscrews) PART/MATERIAL/COLOR LENGTH TORQUE VALUE IN NM [ FT-LB ] NEW CYLINDER HEAD CAPSCREWS (ALL 26 CAPSCREWS) N/A 95 N•M [ 70 FT-LB ] PART/MATERIAL/COLOR LENGTH TORQUE VALUE IN NM [ FT-LB ] NEW CYLINDER HEAD LONG CAPSCREWS ( 14 LONG CAPSCREWS) N/A 145 N•M [ 107 FT-LB ]   PART/MATERIAL/COLOR LENGTH TORQUE VALUE IN NM [ FT-LB ] NEW CYLINDER HEAD SHORT CAPSCREWS (6 SHORT CAPSCREWS EXHAUST SIDE) N/A 105 N•M [ 77 FT-LB ] PART/MATERIAL/COLOR LENGTH TORQUE VALUE IN NM [ FT-LB ] NEW CYLINDER HEAD SHORT CAPSCREWS (6 SHORT CAPSCREWS INTAKE…
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TORQUE SPECS FOR CUMMINS B3.9, B4.5, B4.5 RGT & 5.9L

March 27, 2023

Cylinder Head PART/MATERIAL/COLOR LENGTH TORQUE VALUE IN NM [ FT-LB ] CYLINDER HEAD CAPSCREWS (4-CYLINDER ENGINE ALL CAPSCREWS) N/A 90 N•M [ 66 FT-LB ] NOTE: On a four cylinder engine, capscrew number 1 is located in between cylinders 2 and 3. The numbered sequence is the same as a six cylinder, but stops at capscrew number 18.   PART/MATERIAL/COLOR LENGTH TORQUE VALUE IN NM [ FT-LB ] CYLINDER HEAD CAPSCREWS (6-CYLINDER ENGINE ALL CAPSCREWS) N/A 90 N•M [ 66 FT-LB ] CYLINDER HEAD CAPSCREWS (4-CYLINDER ENGINE, LONG CAPSCREWS NUMBERS 4, 5, 12, & 13) N/A 120 N•M [ 89 FT-LB…
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Cummins Marine Engine

Cummins Engines By Series

March 17, 2023

  Cummins is a leading manufacturer of diesel and natural gas engines for various industries, including transportation, construction, agriculture, marine, and power generation. The company has produced several engine series, including the B, C, L, M, N, X, and K series. Here's a comparison of each series:   Cummins B Series: Engine size: 3.9L to 6.7L Year started: 1984 Applications: light-duty trucks, buses, construction equipment, marine, and agriculture Features: 4-cylinder and 6-cylinder configurations, turbocharged, electronically controlled fuel injection Cummins C Series: Engine size: 8.3L  Year started: 1985 Applications: medium-duty trucks, buses, construction equipment, marine, and power generation Features: 6-cylinder configuration,…
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