Keith Browning

TKIT-2007AP-F We discussed this tool in THIS TOPIC and below I attached the procedure from the workshop manual...

I have seen two bad inertia switches on 6.0L vehicles. They both ran and one of them not all that badly either. The inertia fuel cut-off switch simply interrupts the secondary fuel pump circuit when tripped. It does not shut down the PCM. The PCM does monitor the IFS output circuit to the fuel pump for control and diagnostic purposes.

Since we raised the issue of borders and names for bacon... what is the product the Brit's call "proper bacon?"

Exactly. I have the stand and hoist that I have now because the last time I had to "make due with what I had" I could have lost a foot or a leg when the hoist failed. I dropped a 7.3L from 4 feet in the air while pulling it away from the truck. Then engine hit the flow inches from one of my legs. This was the incident where I realized that diesel engines don't bounce.

Sheeeeit! I'll bet if we put our minds to we we can make a diesel run on pork fat.

...mmmmmm! bacon wrapped scallops.

I personally don't care what you call it. Pork fat rules! - Emeril Lagasse

You gots to thinks likes a tech sometimes. I most often hear them refered to as cups, not sleeves. Remembering the discussion also helps - then trying different search terms. "Leaking injector Sleeves" is too broad for a search because it uses multiple words AND two of them are EXTREMELY COMMON which will result in search result overload. In this instance, you might have been better off simply searching single words related to the subject like "sleeves" "cups" or "cutaways."

It is my pleasure to assist.

Funny thing happens when you type "cups" into the search box and click GO. In the first page of results there are a few topics on this. For convenience, here is the one you are looking for. http://www.forddoctorsdts.com/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=17011&page=1

That is odd that that roll pin broke like that. Even if someone was forceful with it something would have had to bind I would guess. Under normal circumstances a new/sharp pair of side cutters has always worked for me in getting those roll pins out. I don't cut them, just gently grab them and leverage them out.

If I were in your position, I would build the bottom end and install it into the chassis and then install the heads.

It still seems to me that there are too many variables that can affect manifold temperatures at the point of the IAT2/MAT... therefore using IAT2/MAT would not be a good choice as direct feedback for EGR valve operation.

The box for this put together kit is numbered TKIT-2004Q3-F and it only came with the 6.0L valve spring compressor #303-1170. The empty cavities in the box are to house the previously shipped tools: [*]303-1134 - 7.3L Camshaft Position Sensor Tester [*]303-1135/1 - IPR Valve Tester Cable [*]303-1135/2 - IPR Valve Test Stand [*]310-141/1 - 7.3L Fuel Injector Test Stand [*]310-141/2 - 7.3L Test Plug Gage

*Technically* you are always following a diagnostic routine, hopefully one that is the diagnostic sheet or very close to it. You still need to perform your pre-checks and inspections, run a self test and at least retrieve continuous DTC's before proceeding further with the diagnostics or have identified an applicable TSB to follow. I still fill out the sheets far as it takes me to discern what is wrong and what I will need to do... even when a repair requires me to use a TSB. I agree about the redundancy of all this and for us flat-rate technicians it is a productivity killer. So is the prior-approval process and the forms and telephone calls that go with it (RTDA) but at least with those there is a prior-approval operation that gives you 0.3 hours.

I recommend that any young technician use them religiously to develop a diagnostic routine. For warranty purposes you are required to fill them out. Regardless of how I approach a diagnosis at this point in my career there will be one attached to the repair order, properly filled out and tests performed only to the point where a concern is found. TSB's and additional tests may be applied thereafter. Remember, just because you filled out the diagnostic sheet you still need to document your test steps and results on your repair order including pinpoint test numbers, connector numbers and circuit numbers/colors where applicable. Some zone reps are more lenient than others, some will deny questionable repairs or bounced claims, others will warn you to start using them. If the warranty Nazi's are reviewing your claims it is in your best interest to use, fill out and attach your Diesel Diagnostic Sheets. God help you if you don't and you are audited!

The off-site back-up services are becoming more popular or at least I hear advertising for them daily on the radio. At the moment I have an external back-up hard drive and personal/financial/crucial data is backed up into a DVD and stored in my safe. I am not sure I want my taxes and ALL of my bank records under someone else's control. I don't have any applications that pose any real installation issues. I don't see why any software manufacturer should get pissy about RE-installing software as long as it is a single install on a single machine - especially if it is the same machine. I understand the piracy thing and this is totally different. If I have to reformat my disk or install a new one for that matter it is not a violation of the license. Er, ahhh, I assume so. Has anyone actually read the terms and agreement before clicking on the continue button when installing any software? I tried it once. I didn't get far... click! Are you insinuating my kids and cats are filthy?

I am aware of that but it is great that you posted this information. If I am not mistaken you may also be able to claim a failed radiator after installing the tee within a certain time frame and mileage but again it must be described as related to the recall and in either case you MUST call the help line listed in the FSA with a complete repair estimate for parts and labor. You will be given an approval code and an exact repair cost for the claim. Can you tell that I have been through this?

I'll pull it off the shelf on Monday and see if there are any details you need for it, It may have come with something but it had a lot of empty molded places and there were some tools that were in my cabinet that were to be put there... like the never used CMP tester, the 7.3L injector leak tester parts and a few others. The IPR power connector with alligator clips is also in there.

Good post. All of my computers get an internal dusting at least twice a year - usually I try to do it when I clean the underside of the refrigerator and when I see fuzz along the back of the case openings. The fans get quiet again when there is no dust on them too! Your point about maintaining what is ON the computer is excellent advice as well. Over time your PC has a lot of crap added to it that uses up your CPU capacity and your RAM. Occasionally weeding out the garbage does help but as you also mentioned, it is worthwhile to reformat the hard drive and start fresh and clean. I think on my most used computer (the ten year old) that has happened about every two years each time upgrading the OS. I am not using Win XP Pro which is the newest it will ever see ans anything newer simply will not run because of the minimum system requirements. At this point, I am almost tempted to push this thing and see just how long it will last before a serious repair is needed. Thus far I have only HAD to replace the power supply about four years ago.

* Total Side Note * Remember that topic on that aftermarket EGR cooler? In my research I learned that there is a correlation between NOx and opacity... I'll go to the other topic when I get a chance, I e-mailed the people who are selling that EGR cooler. This might get good because it ties into this discussion.

Maybe not - there are a lot of people who don't want them. I had a wholesaler ask me about a potential trade in that was in my bay with a bad turbo and blown head gaskets... often when he tries to sell 6.0L truck that he has he either hears "no thanks" or "click!"

Did you guys see the latest Rotunda Specials on diagnostic equipment? Some really good deals for anyone who has been on the fence for a while. I see the VDR is back in production too! There are also some Medium Duty breakout banana tee adapters for diagnostics on Navistar engines and the IC-4 diagnostic cable. https://www2.helminc.com/vshoprd/welcome...T2KDNX51&s= There is the 104 Break Out Adapter Kit 150 Pin HD - is that the adapter kit we have been discussing? The tool number on the one we have discussed is 105-R107 but the one the catalog has on special is 105R0109. On edit: Okay, I found the 105R0107 and it is different. [*]105R0107 - 104 Break Out Box Adapter -122 Pin 30 & 46 - Price: $406.00 . [*]105R0108 - 104 Break Out Adapter for 150 Pin PTEC - Price: $641.00 . [*]105R0109 - 104 Break Out Adapter Kit 150 Pin HD - Price: $524.00 ...not sure what the 150 pin HD or PTEC applications are...

That is what I used to make mine. If I had used the plastic tab type it likely would have been broken by now. For the tool you really want the metal clip in my opinion. I do agree the tab type will work just fine for an injector in a pinch. Fortunately we have replaced enough UVH's over the years that we still have a few laying around to salvage the connectors from but I am running out. Oh, and the IPR power cable tool - There was one sent to diesel certified dealers along with the ESST case that was to be used for several of the oddball tools that were not part of any particular tool kit. I made my own before I remembered it was there.