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Engine ID Tag missing

01-26-2007, 09:58 PM

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RYowell

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Engine ID Tag missing

I purchased a used '97 engine that does not have the ID Tag which is supposed to be located on the Timing Gear Case (driver side front corner). I have been told that this tag is very important but was not told why it is so important. In fact, I was told that I could never get it rebuilt, or used as a Core with any large rebuilder. Can anyone give spicific info with sources? Does anyone know of a Cummins Diesel contact that could help answer? I am currently pushing the engin supplier for resolution, but they are playing dumb, or stalling. The engine runs fine (accept for oil leak), but I'm thinking I didn't get what I paid for. I plan to keep this truck on the road for another 10 years so this is really getting to me.

RYowell

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