What makes a 671 Detroit Diesel engine so good?
What makes a 671 Detroit Diesel engine so good?
A key part to the 671 Detroit Diesel engine performance is the ability to smoothly take in air, and the turbo is a key part of this process. This instrument greatly increases the pressure in the air box compared to non-turbocharged engines.
Why does my Detroit Diesel 6-71 Turbo underperform?
The chart below shows the most common questions asked by owners of Detroit Diesel® engines 6-71 Turbo when trying to troubleshoot why their engines underperform. It categorizes areas of possible malfunction, likely cause and recommended action to bring your new, rebuilt or used Detroit Diesel® engine back to proper operation.
When did the Detroit Diesel 6-71 come out?
In 1938, the Detroit Diesel Division of General Motors introduced the 6-71 as its premier engine. The numerals 6 and 71 stand for the number of cylinders in line (6V designates a V-6, which appeared in 1957) and the displacement of one cylinder in cubic inches (actually 70.93 cubic inches).
What should oil pressure be on a Detroit Diesel 6-71?
• Oil pressure should remain between 30 to 40 PSI when the engine is at full load. If it is too high or too low, consider changing the oil and checking the oil filter. • The water should not be significantly higher in the turbo compared to the rest of the engine.
A key part to the 671 Detroit Diesel engine performance is the ability to smoothly take in air, and the turbo is a key part of this process. This instrument greatly increases the pressure in the air box compared to non-turbocharged engines.
The chart below shows the most common questions asked by owners of Detroit Diesel® engines 6-71 Turbo when trying to troubleshoot why their engines underperform. It categorizes areas of possible malfunction, likely cause and recommended action to bring your new, rebuilt or used Detroit Diesel® engine back to proper operation.
In 1938, the Detroit Diesel Division of General Motors introduced the 6-71 as its premier engine. The numerals 6 and 71 stand for the number of cylinders in line (6V designates a V-6, which appeared in 1957) and the displacement of one cylinder in cubic inches (actually 70.93 cubic inches).
When to use S-2 in Detroit Diesel 6-71?
S-2 may be used, as long as you are using fuel oils that have less than 0.5 percent sulfur. S-2 in particular should be used if the engine is constantly exposed to temperatures below freezing. Viscosity: 10W-30 and 5W-20 should not be used in the 671 engine.
