HeuiTim

It's about time!

The OEM software will read Cat data because they have to load all the customer parameters into the engine ECM.

I would call another Cat dealer, or complain to Cat Electronics directly. I dont understand what the problem with the software license is. The Cat dealer just goes online and registers your software. If your are a Ford dealer, you should be considered a TEPS dealer. You would have access to almost everything that I do.

Donaldson makes the air filters: http://www.donaldson.com/en/engine/support/datalibrary/001220.pdf Kind makes you wonder why morons throw these out for a 'hi-flow' air intake. You cant make 300hp from a 6.0 medium speed diesel with a restrictive air filter. Mann of Germany I think makes lube filter. http://www.mann-hummel.com/liquidfilters/index.html?iKeys=17.1.221.1.1

They run about $200-300

Have any of you used the Provision models. They seem relatively inexpensive. http://www.provision100.com/products_b.html We have shop ones that are bulky, and was thinking of buying my own. They seem like they would be easier to see down rear injector holeson some of these chassis'. Tim

I know this is a little late but thanks, $16.20, 3 days of driving, all fixed. Tim

I dont understand, ford leaves a bundle of wires under the dash on Super Duties for body builders, I always used them for power to snow plow controller, no hacking into fuse panel. Why is it so hard to untape the wire bundle that says BODY BUILDER on it. Tim

Take a small diameter wire brush on the end of an air drill. Wrap the wire with a piece of red scotch brite. It will clean the sleeve and seat without damage.

2004 Peterbilt Service truck with a CAT C7...3 holes with broken top rings, I love my job security!

We run into these, most recently a GMC with a minimal auto trans in a tow truck!!

Dont know what C7 your working on but here is the spec for the C7 KAL S/n. Fuel System Pressure - Test Low Fuel Pressure Low fuel pressure can cause low engine power. Low fuel pressure can also cause cavitation of the fuel which can damage the fuel injectors. The following conditions can cause low fuel pressure: Plugged fuel filters Debris in the check valves for the fuel priming pump (if equipped) Sticking or worn fuel pressure regulating valve in the fuel transfer pump Severe wear on return fuel pressure regulating valve at the rear of the cylinder head Worn gears in the fuel transfer pump Pinched fuel lines or undersized fuel lines Old fuel lines that have a reduced interior diameter that was caused by swelling Fuel lines with deteriorating interior surfaces Pinched fuel line fittings or undersized fuel line fittings Debris in the fuel tank, fuel lines, or fuel system components that create restrictions High Fuel Pressure Excessive fuel pressure can cause fuel filter gaskets to rupture. The following conditions can cause high fuel pressure: Plugged orifices in the fuel pressure regulating valve Stuck fuel pressure relief valve in the fuel transfer pump Restricted fuel return line During normal operating conditions and load conditions, the fuel system should maintain the following pressure: 400 to 525 kPa (58 to 76 psi) At low idle, the fuel system should maintain the following pressure: 400 to 435 kPa (58 to 63 psi) The pressure differential is the difference between filtered fuel pressure and unfiltered fuel pressure. With a new filter, the pressure differential across the fuel filter will be the following amount: 35 kPa (5 psi) As abrasive particles collect in the fuel filter, the pressure differential across the filter will increase. When a filter becomes plugged, fuel supply pressure may drop as low as 69 kPa (10 psi) before a significant power loss is detected by the operator. Low fuel pressure will cause cavitation and internal damage to the unit injectors. The pressure differential across the fuel filter should not exceed 69 kPa (10 psi). Pressure regulator (8) is mounted directly in the rear of the cylinder head. The regulator is located at the fuel return port toward the rear end of the fuel supply passage. The orifice maintains fuel pressure at low engine rpm. The regulator contains a check valve that prevents fuel from draining out of the cylinder head and back to the tank during engine shutdown. In order to check the unfiltered fuel pressure (fuel transfer pump pressure), follow this procedure: Install the pressure test group onto the engine. For type I fuel systems that contain a fuel pressure tap (10) that is installed in the inlet port of the fuel filter base, remove the plug from the pressure tap. Install Tooling ( and Tooling © on the fuel pressure tap (10) . Install Tooling (A) in order to measure the fuel pressure. For type II fuel systems without a pressure tap, install a t-fitting in the fuel line for the unfiltered fuel pressure (10). If necessary, install Tooling ( and Tooling © on the t-fitting. Install Tooling (A) in order to measure the fuel pressure. Start the engine and record the unfiltered fuel pressure. To check the filtered fuel pressure, follow these steps: Remove the plug from fuel pressure tap (11) . Install Tooling (, and Tooling © to fuel pressure tap (11) . Note: Install Tooling (A) in order to measure the fuel pressure. Start the engine and record the unfiltered fuel pressure.

Oh, you have not lived until you see all the places they plaster the sticker. Valvecover, timing cover, oil cooler! Cat's arrangement # basically is a list of parts that make up a particular engine. It is not needed when getting parts but more the info the better. It is listed on the tag near serial number.

If you have diesel experience, I would look into a Cat dealer. My shop is hourly, fixing it right is the priority most of the time. You have some large Cat dealers in your area, Carolina Cat & Yancey in GA. You may want to check out their truck shops. I know Yancey pays real well. I like big trucks because there is room to work most of the time. RV's suck but we might see a couple a week. Good luck, Tim

I know this is an old post, I have not heard of many 3126/C7's having this problem, they did see some problems in the marine engines. Some of the larger engines had updates for different nuts that required more torque. When ordering parts from Cat always have the complete S/N and the arrangement number. This gives far fewer choices when looking up parts. If any of you need part numbers let me know, I log in at home all the time. Tim

Anyone on here remember working on '96 Escorts? I have a 1443 code: EVAP Emission Control System Control Valve Malfunction. I replaced the vacuum lines that run to and from the canister. I am going to remove the throttle body and clean the goo from the vacuum port on the bottom of the throttle body. I replaced the lines because they were cracked. I have two solenoids(?) or switches inline but I do not have my vacuum book in front of me. Does anyone recall if this was a common problem and what the fix was? I do not want to throw parts at it if not needed, but I am tired of looking at that engine light (and need to get retested within 60 days). Any help would be great. This is why I work on diesels!!! Tim

The C7's are very easy to work on, except well in the 650-750 chassis, did Ford ever hear of a doghouse. I quess its cheaper to beat the firewall to remove the valve cover. These chassis are about as much fun to work on as the TopKicks. What horsepower is your C7?

I can try and help. Tim

I use CAT ET everyday. Everyone in our truck shop, all field service has their own dell laptops. Service Tech workbench(STW) very powerful. I do all my service reports, part lookup, part ordering, all information on my laptop. We have a wireless network in the shop. ET is very powerful as well. We have wired comm right now but Cat has released a wireless comm device which will be one less thing to trip over. We tried one, its pretty cool. If you have any qusetions about it, I can try and help you. Tim

http://www.motorcraftservice.com/vdirs/retail/default.asp not much is free, but what is?

Hi I just joined up, I thought this was the engine that INT. sued Ford over. It is built in AL. it has been in the S. American market for a short time. http://www.nav-international.com.br/Motores.asp?Idioma=2&Id=12 I think Ford would sell everyone they built if they were available in the F150-Exp. platform. I would buy one of these: http://www.nav-international.com.br/Motores.asp?Idioma=2&Id=59 Tim