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When did the 3406E engine start leaking oil?

When did the 3406E engine start leaking oil?

The 3406E started having engines leak oil at the front structures after they had 750,000 miles on them. By a 1.3 million they need to be rebuilt to stop the oil from running out of them. There were also some gear changes under the front cover to help longevity on the C-15/C-16.

When did specialized start using the 3406E engine?

3406E used from 1993 to 1999 year trucks, 14.6L or 15.8 on 600hp models, 40 pin ecm to 1998, 70 pin in 1999. also very good engine. TexasKGB, GoneAgain and areelius Thank this. I’ve been with Specialized for over a year now and couldn’t be happier. Nothing is perfect but they do their best for drivers.

Is the C-16 7CZ the same as the 3406E?

The 3406E 5DS and 1MM, along with the C-16 7CZ are identical in internal parts. The 1MM 15.8L 3406E and 2WS 14.8L 3406E went to the newer electronics know as ADEM II or 70 pin ECM. Otherwise they are basically the same engine as the earlier 40 pin 1LW 14.8L and 5DS 15.8L engines

Which is a better motor 6nz or 3406E?

Although isx cummins is best available in today’s market the 3406e would be my choice good motor except for fuel mileage. Although isx cummins is best available in today’s market the 3406e would be my choice good motor except for fuel mileage.

When did I need to rebuild my 3406E Turbo?

Discussion in ‘ Trucks ‘ started by powerjoke, Jan 2, 2014 . A few weeks ago I posted about needing to locate a rebuild kit for a 3406E because of excessive blowby, the other day we went to order a kit for it and it crossed my mind……

Can a cat engine still run after a blowby?

Performance, oil control and blowby control quickly returned to normal. At 900,000 km, the engine was still running sweater than ever, and no oil consumption. His Cat engines are also running better, and the oil in them stays very clean right to the change interval.

Can a bad Turbo cause a blow by?

Yes, I have seen turbos cause blow-by. Measure your blow-by then remove the oil drain hose from the turbo and run it into a pail and measure your blow-by again. That will answer your question.

Can a bad Turbo drain line blow out oil?

Saw that happen on my dads truck. C15 with the breather tube right across from where the turbo drain line comes into the block. It was blowing out as much oil as air. Turbo seals fixed it. That will tell you pressure but not volume right ?

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