Installing The Timing Gears On A Detroit Diesel 671 Video

March 27, 2025

In the video above a technician installs the timing gears on a Detroit Diesel 6-71 long block.


Detroit Diesel 6-71 Engine Variants – Specifications & Applications


Overview


Detroit Diesel 6-71 Non-Turbo – 2-Valve Head Type


Technical Specifications


Applications


Marine Industry

Industrial Applications

Ground-Based Equipment

Key Traits

Detroit Diesel 6-71 Non-Turbo – 4-Valve Head Type


Technical Specifications


Applications


Marine Use

Commercial Equipment

Key Traits

Detroit Diesel 6-71 Turbocharged (6-71T)


Technical Specifications


Applications


Marine Use

Industrial Use

On-Highway and Defense Use

Key Traits

Side-by-Side Comparison Table


Choosing the Right Variant


When to Choose 2-Valve Non-Turbo


When to Choose 4-Valve Non-Turbo


When to Choose Turbocharged 6-71 (6-71T)


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Practical Guide To Servicing Your Detroit Diesel 671 - Part 2


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Key Maintenance Procedures (Covering Detroit Diesel 671 Engines)


Assembly and Disassembly Guidelines (Covering Detroit Diesel 671 Engines)


Safety Protocols for Technicians (Working On Detroit Diesel 671 Engines)


Torque Specifications and Wear Limits (Covering Detroit Diesel 671 Engines)


Exact Torque Specifications for Detroit Diesel Series 71 Inline Engine Components (Covering Detroit Diesel 671 Engines)


Wear Limits for Critical Engine Parts and How to Measure These During Inspections (Covering Detroit Diesel 671 Engines)


Lubrication System For Detroit Diesel 71 Series Inline Engines (6-71)


Cooling System and Heat Exchanger For Detroit Diesel 71 Series Inline Engines ( 671)


Introduction to the Cooling System and Heat Exchanger For Detroit Diesel 71 Series Inline Engines ( 671)


Routine Cooling System Checks and Maintenance For Detroit Diesel 71 Series Inline Engines ( 671)


Water Pump For Detroit Diesel 71 Series Inline Engines (671)


Thermostat Operation For Detroit Diesel 71 Series Inline Engines (671)


Ventilation and Crankcase Vapor Collection For Detroit Diesel 71 Series Inline Engines (671)


Troubleshooting and Specifications For Cooling & Lubrication In Detroit Diesel 71 Series Inline Engines (671)


Overview of Troubleshooting in Lubrication and Cooling Systems For Detroit Diesel 71 Series Inline Engines (671)

Systematic Approach to Troubleshooting For Detroit Diesel 71 Series Inline Engines (671)

Troubleshooting Tips for Improved Efficiency In Detroit Diesel 71 Series Inline Engines (671)

Summary of Troubleshooting and Specifications In Detroit Diesel 71 Series Inline Engines ( 671)

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Installing The Timing Gears On A Detroit Diesel 671 Video