http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums The place to discuss engine/transmission related products and accessories you use, recommend or are looking for for your Cummins Dodge. en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:46:55 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/air/misc/rss.jpg http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217770-oil-dipstick.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:39:14 GMT I don't know where this should be posted. But what or how does Cummins get that little "ball" brazed or welded on the end of their dipsticks? What is it? Do they drill a tiny hole before doing this?

Reason I ask is because I have to get this done on a CAT C7 engine dipstick. That thing is a BEAR to get back into the engine. Something in the tube or block hangs it up and it takes like 25 tries to get the thing to go in. It had a little complicated "roller" wheel on the end of it and that doesn't work. I took that off and just a plain end is the same or slightly easier.

I tried a cummins ISC dipstick and it goes in easily but is the wrong length. So I want to weld or braze a bead onto the cat stick. How do they get this done? I think that would be an accessory to me. Thats why I posted it here. :D ]]> Products/Accessories - Engine and Transmission Ncostello http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217770-oil-dipstick.html http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217759-ci-4-oil.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 02:35:54 GMT stopped at advance auto parts tonite, not to buy oil but found they stocked mobil-1 5w-40 turbo diesel oil with api , CI-4,CI-4 plus. i stocked up. stopped at advance auto parts tonite, not to buy oil but found they stocked mobil-1 5w-40 turbo diesel oil with api , CI-4,CI-4 plus. i stocked up. ]]> Products/Accessories - Engine and Transmission BLNRAY http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217759-ci-4-oil.html http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217702-arp-stud-install-02-a.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 14:23:38 GMT OK, This is killing me.

After 6 years of saving up, I finally have a set of Source Automotive Twins, 4" exhaust, HTT 3pc Manifold, Jammer 3 Injectors, and ARP studs still sitting in my living room for coming up on 3 weeks now. :{

I knew leaving my job as a shop mechanic to a field service mechanic was going to bite me in the butt. I have yet to be able to have a weekend off, and be able to get my truck into the micro shop at work to do the install. Wish I knew someone with a big garage or shop with tools in the Denver area.

Anyhow...

I just want to make sure that I have the stud install procedure down correctly for when the stars align and I can get this done.

Presuming this picks up after the valve cover and rocker arm removal...
1. Remove head bolt #1 in the OEM sequence.
2. Clean out the bolt hole.
3. Lube ARP stud and thread it all the way down, then back off 1/2 turn.
4. Lube top of ARP stud, install washer, and thread nut all the way down, torque to 125#.
5. Repeat 1-5 for all 26 studs.

Now here is where I start to get fuzzy.

6. Reinstall rocker arms, set valve lash, install valve cover.
7. Start and run engine to operating temperature.
8. After engine cools down (6 hours to be safe) remove valve cover, etc, break loose and retorque nuts to 125# in the OEM sequence, reinstall removed items.

Do I need to bottom out the stud and back it off again after I break the nut loose? Am I supposed to break the nut loose?

9. Drive truck for a day or two w/o flogging it - READ drive like a Texan in Colorado during a snow storm.
10. W/O breaking loose the nuts, retorque nuts to 125 in OEM sequence.
11. Repeat 9-10, 2 more times.
12. Drive as normal.

Do I have this right? Missing a step? Close but not quite right?

Thanks in advance for your guidance.

Sticks ]]> Products/Accessories - Engine and Transmission Sticks http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217702-arp-stud-install-02-a.html http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217615-thank-you-fass-lowfly.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:44:56 GMT Jim.... Thank you for the assistance with getting my pump sorted out.The gang at Antrim got me changed on Monday and it was a pleasure to see the fuel pressure gage pinned at 45psi where it should have been with the other pump.The difference in how the truck drives is amazing and I am amazed at how much quieter the replacement pump is than the old one.The truck pulls harder when you step on it now and is not lazy like it had been in the middle of the power-band.I am going to slide by Mid-Atlantic Diesel Performance and see if there is any difference on the jet now that we have pressure and I will let you know of the outcome. I appreciate the help and a huge THANK YOU from me to both Andrew at Antrim and to you for getting this straightened up for me.........Andy Jim....
Thank you for the assistance with getting my pump sorted out.The gang at Antrim got me changed on Monday and it was a pleasure to see the fuel pressure gage pinned at 45psi where it should have been with the other pump.The difference in how the truck drives is amazing and I am amazed at how much quieter the replacement pump is than the old one.The truck pulls harder when you step on it now and is not lazy like it had been in the middle of the power-band.I am going to slide by Mid-Atlantic Diesel Performance and see if there is any difference on the jet now that we have pressure and I will let you know of the outcome.

I appreciate the help and a huge THANK YOU from me to both Andrew at Antrim and to you for getting this straightened up for me.........Andy ]]> Products/Accessories - Engine and Transmission Hammer http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217615-thank-you-fass-lowfly.html http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217583-van-akken-fueling-box.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 03:03:50 GMT I had a Van Akken box on my 2001.5 for several years. However, I hate to admit this, I do not know if the box adds fuel or advances timing or both. Does anyone know how this box operates? If someone knows I would appreciate your input. I am trying to sell it and the potential buyer would like to know, and now so would I. I had a Van Akken box on my 2001.5 for several years. However,
I hate to admit this, I do not know if the box adds fuel or advances
timing or both. Does anyone know how this box operates?

If someone knows I would appreciate your input. I am trying to
sell it and the potential buyer would like to know, and now so would
I. ]]> Products/Accessories - Engine and Transmission 4STR http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217583-van-akken-fueling-box.html http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217563-valvoline-premium-blue-classic-sale.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:05:32 GMT Would anybody want to buy this in 5 gallon pales? Classic Engine Oil (http://classic.valvoline.com/pages/products/product_detail.asp?product=130) It would be about $101/pale pickup in Fort Worth, TX. Shipping would be calculated on 40lbs from 76020. Would anybody want to buy this in 5 gallon pales?

Classic Engine Oil

It would be about $101/pale pickup in Fort Worth, TX. Shipping would be calculated on 40lbs from 76020. ]]> Products/Accessories - Engine and Transmission KEdenfield http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217563-valvoline-premium-blue-classic-sale.html http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217297-what-s-name.html Sat, 31 Oct 2009 17:20:18 GMT the honeycomb air straightener that goes in the intake tube? Air..? Super brain fart!!!!!!!!! the honeycomb air straightener that goes in the intake tube?

Air..?

Super brain fart!!!!!!!!! ]]> Products/Accessories - Engine and Transmission Beast2B http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217297-what-s-name.html http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217288-fireball-pro-injectors.html Sat, 31 Oct 2009 04:41:57 GMT I was wondering if anybody had tried these injectors out yet. You can't beat the price but i'm always leery of the "hottest value". I feel good knowing they're coming from Vulcan but still, injectors are not where i want to bargain shop. Any thoughts, praises, gripes, complaints, or suggestions are greatly appreciated. ]]> Products/Accessories - Engine and Transmission JKreiss http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217288-fireball-pro-injectors.html http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217285-smarty-revo-adjustments-mileage-towing.html Sat, 31 Oct 2009 02:31:39 GMT I tow at moderate weight, cross the scales at 20K. I have downloaded the Rev0 sw, and am looking for best ways to use it. Looking for fuel mileage while maintaining enough power to pull the hills and for passing. Has anyone done some tuning and know where to start from? I ran the comp on 3/3 when towing before the smarty, and averaged 11-12mpg. With the smarty I was running sw#4 and comp 3/2, haven't done any long hauls so don't really know the mileage with that combo.

What are others running on adjustments?

Thanks in advance for any feedback.
Jeff ]]> Products/Accessories - Engine and Transmission JAlford http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217285-smarty-revo-adjustments-mileage-towing.html http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217187-need-advice-where-buy-ecm.html Wed, 28 Oct 2009 01:00:43 GMT ~171,000 miles 2001.5 5 speed etc.

Just been advised by repair shop that I might have a failed ECM. Will know more in the morning after they say they will install a TEST ECM unit.

I'm dreading what the cost will be from the repair shop ( I will not mention shop name here). I will say that it is not a Dodge Dealer. I used the search tool but was unable to to get any good hits on where to buy on line. I was hoping by this post I can open Panders TDR box and be overwhelmed with suggestions.

Are ECM's being sold on line all re manufactured ? What suppliers I should look to and which to avoid?

Thanks in advance folks.
Tom ]]> Products/Accessories - Engine and Transmission tolmsted http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217187-need-advice-where-buy-ecm.html http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217183-ranch-hand-grill-guard.html Tue, 27 Oct 2009 23:36:07 GMT Has any one tried the newer Ranch Hand Grill Guard - - This is the one that bolts on over the OEM bumper and retaind the tow hooks. I really don't want the weight of the guard/bumper combo, and don't know anyone who has the guard only - - - Lookin' for opinions ]]> Products/Accessories - Engine and Transmission C. D. Day http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217183-ranch-hand-grill-guard.html http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217115-fass-unit.html Sun, 25 Oct 2009 20:34:51 GMT Howdy! Does any one know if there is a check valve in a Fass unit?
My truck is getting harder to start and Mechanical Fuel pressure gauge
is real slow getting to 15lbs pressure? I have changed Fuel Filter and Water
separator and no codes.:{ It almost act's like it is loosing it's prime.
Thanks in advance. ]]> Products/Accessories - Engine and Transmission OL RATLR http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/products-accessories-engine-transmission/217115-fass-unit.html