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I see that you recently joined. Welcome! Wow, ok, but this would be a massive project. I think that we could add more things with time, but lets start smaller first. I see this as a quick reference, but eventually links could be added to TMs. This is essentially a prototype tool with...

I think this is a work in process, conceptually and otherwise. My goal is to reduce failures in general, especially CAT O' Strophic ones . This was just to get the ball rolling.The diamonds don't really have to be exactly on the right spot for now, just the general area. It looks easy to put...

I'd like two sensors. One there and one after the governor.

As I look at this line, I think the issue is likely resonant vibration. Transmitted between the block and the governor. If the resonance could be dampened, the line might last longer. Not an expert in this area, but that pounding sound of the diesel is probably with harmonics, mostly in the...

Adept Ape has shared a lot of good info. So does the guy at Mechanics Hub. What I am trying to do is a quick check list of things to check before you go on a trip or something. There is a lot of good info. on this site, BUT it is not conveniently organized. If I am going to a trip, I want a...

Thank you. Exactly what I was thinking.

Do I recall someone says their torque converter nuts were loose?

Added. Thank you!

I think I recall that the fuel filter primer pump is a problem area too. Is that correct?

Thank you. I will add a note about this.

Working on diagram of Cat 3116 common failure points Please provide input on any other areas that you have found, so that I can add. Open to input from all on this project Will do the 3126 and C7 too, if people provide info. specific to these engines. I may do the drive train later...

Mirror or camera. May even remove tube to inspect.

I'm going with replacing with original line and a magnaflux of the line with every oil change.

Here's one: It is a commercial, but the info. seems solid. I think it is TE Tyco. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=foFgl8c17so

Be sure to check all of the battery cables closely. Flip them over. Mine had a LOT of hidden damage.

Crimping is much more of a Science than most realize. There is a good video on Youtube going in to the physics and flowing the copper etc. Changed the way I crimp my connections. Got the RIGHT tools. Lots of pseudo tools that sorta work out there.

Maybe a hydraulic hose /braided? donno... Nah, I've got another idea.

Point finger at any part that has plastic or rubber. Start there....

Welcome to the insanity !

I am eliminating the air over hydraulic pump. It is just too prone to failure. One wonders why there is no check valve on the brass filter to prevent ingress of h2o.