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Forum: Engines and Drivetrain

04-16-2015, 02:13 PM

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Posted By JoeH

Re: Need advise

I am using Shell Rotella ELC. I switched over when I did an EGR delete and replaced the oil cooler. That was only 3 months ago so no long-term experience. I'm just a blow-hard and no expert but I...

Forum: Engines and Drivetrain

04-16-2015, 01:46 PM

Replies: 21

Need advise

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Posted By JoeH

Re: Need advise

Not that hot, maybe lukewarm. But as you stated, "if properly maintained". Don't go 100,000 miles which was the original service interval. It's a known fact that the silicates in the Gold are at...

Forum: Engines and Drivetrain

04-16-2015, 10:18 AM

Replies: 21

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Posted By JoeH

Re: Need advise

The later versions would also have the better PCM heat inductive strategy for cold startups.

The main reasons head gaskets go bad is because the oil cooler gets plugged. That starts the domino...

Forum: Engines and Drivetrain

04-16-2015, 09:04 AM

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Posted By JoeH

Re: Need advise

I agree if re-building the existing engine but do you pull apart a brand new replacement engine? I agree regarding the dealership. There's a good chance the mechanic is a kid fresh out of diesel...

Forum: Engines and Drivetrain

04-15-2015, 07:48 PM

Replies: 21

Need advise

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Posted By JoeH

Re: Need advise

You need to figure out the build date on the engine. If it's a 2007 or 2008 it will have most if not all the upgraded parts. These are: the HPOP fitting, a better screen on the IPR, better fill...

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