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Post by Deleted on Dec 13, 2015 8:39:23 GMT -5
Two long days of fighting mechanics for some really stupid reasons. The brakes on the english car I'm selling in January failed. None. All new components. Would not bleed the air out. Ended up, after completely dismantling things, the push rod was about 1/16 inch short of going back all the way. The hole for the entry of fluid was not open. Sure looked like it was back, but oh well. So, after getting good brakes I decided to load it in the enclosed trailer. I had to start and re-position my trailer with my Cummins Diesel Dodge. I had noticed it was starting a tad slow lately so I fully charged up the pair of batteries. Jumped in, turned the key, slight pop and then nothing. Crap. I'll bet fuel filter failure. So I replaced the filter and worked to bleed it out and get fuel to the injector pump. This is a large PIA. Got it. Still won't start. Batteries keep running low. Charge again. Still no go. Then crack and bleed the air out of all 6 injector lines. Still no go, and low batteries again. My mechanic friend 2 doors down comes up to "take a look". Frowning he messes around and says try it now. Crack bang , started so fast I was shocked. It never starts like that!!!!! WTF? Electric fuel solinoid shutoff was shot. When I reached down where the connecting rod to the shutoff lever assembly is, it came off in my hand. The rod was no longer connected to the inner plunger assembly. Rusty, rubber boot was shot, holy cow. Some DPO had damaged it in the past before I bought it. I'm glad I found it now instead of out in Wyo. in January in 15 below zero weather. That's near where grumpy is all the time------LOL. Oilly
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Post by Deleted on Dec 13, 2015 9:25:33 GMT -5
Glad you found it! Might have made for a mighty chilly night in Wyoming!
At least it wasn't the injection pump....
Although, it reminds me of a friend who had the same issue with his very abused dodge cummins..... After he found out what the solenoid cost, he just installed a push-pull cable under the dash. Just the old days.... Pull the knob to kill the diesel! Plus.... No battery, no jump, Iranians send over the EMP big one..... No problem! Just push the knob, push the truck, pop the clutch, grab your M14, and haul a$$!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 13, 2015 9:40:13 GMT -5
What's an M14?........ Perhaps you should replace your lift pump as well, that era of 6b is known for causing a slow death to the injector pump.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 13, 2015 9:55:23 GMT -5
M14:  7.62x51 NATO, . 308 WIN It's on my "someday" wish list.... |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 13, 2015 11:57:40 GMT -5
Mechanical lift pump is new. The 6BT is a dandy and runs mint. New clutch, tranny already replaced, a pulling monster for me. I love it. Only thing wrong with a M14 is it's 308. I am partial to 30-06. Garands get the job done. The solinoid is 36 bucks, so no biggie. I did think some on a cable. I like pulling it to shut down, but it also makes it easier to steal it. You have to lock the steering wheel like military then.  |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 13, 2015 15:34:50 GMT -5
M14: 7.62x51 NATO, . 308 WIN It's on my "someday" wish list.... OMG, that's one of those evil assault rifles.  LOL Oilleaker, very little difference ballistic wise between an 06, and a 308. |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 13, 2015 18:31:41 GMT -5
All diesel pickups should come standard with a M14 in the rear window right?  |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 13, 2015 19:05:20 GMT -5
All diesel pickups should come standard with a M14 in the rear window right? I would prefer a military rifle holder like an M715 or a Mutt uses, made for the M14 and handier than a rear window model..... In case ya need it in a hurry!. |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 14, 2015 8:16:52 GMT -5
Leather scabbard strapped to the side mirror then?
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Post by Deleted on Dec 14, 2015 9:01:44 GMT -5
Leather scabbard strapped to the side mirror then? That'll work! Might be kinda drafty in the wintertime, having to keep the winder down and all.... |
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Post by surveypunk on Dec 14, 2015 9:47:55 GMT -5
M14 ain't nuthin' but a Garand with a college education.
Jus sayin'
JB
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Post by Deleted on Dec 14, 2015 18:25:36 GMT -5
M14 ain't nuthin' but a Garand with a college education. Jus sayin' JB  .  |
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