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Looks a little rough. Time to get out a large bottle of "elbow grease" and start cleaning it up. Hopefully it still runs good. Even if it doesn't run good though, parts are cheap for this engine.View attachment 576679
DT466 has arrived!
Engine Hoists can be rented at most good Tool Rental places for a reasonable fee. It's just an idea (can help on the out-of-pocket expenses).Cool, does it appear as good as it was advertised?
Unless you had something else in mind, when it comes time to transport that I'm sure we could squeeze it into my little Dakota (probably would have to remove the shell), or use my deuce.
If you need somewhere to store it, I have a shed out back I'm not making much use of, but there's a lot of box elder bugs everywhere so all the holes would need to be well packed with shop towels. Might be a pain to move over the lawn back there too. Annnnd I'd need to pick up an engine hoist from Harbor Freight.
Hey, I'm trying to be helpful but I'm striking out here...
Oh, yeah, well, uhmmmm... I "hired" this diesel mechanic but I've only seen him over there like three times. Not sure if he's gotten it running.The motor came as advertised and expected for a 1982 engine, couple leaks to take care of.
Thanks for the transportation offer! It's in the garage so for storage I'm good for awhile, transportation we will figure something out. Wrecker up for a long trip in a few weeks? haha
That's how we unloaded it from my roommates Tundra, 2 ton engine hoist rental.Engine Hoists can be rented at most good Tool Rental places for a reasonable fee. It's just an idea (can help on the out-of-pocket expenses).
No, I will tonight. I won't use the hand prime either since it's not a cold start.Haha Valence we need to get working on the wrecker. Have you tried to fire it up again since Friday?
You make it sound like that was easy, red.Did a little work on the DT466. Pulled the old wiring harness off, checked out the seals and line plumbing. Engine turns over without issue. Going to order a gasket set but the only leaks look like the slobber tube, oil cooler, and oil pan.
I would LOVE to come you there and check out Utah. I've never been in that part of the country, but the pictures of the place sure look pretty.Pulling the old engine and trans out with Valence and anyone who wants to help on Sept 19th, unless life gets in the way haha.
Wait, what now? Who are you?Pulling the old engine and trans out with Valence and anyone who wants to help on Sept 19th, unless life gets in the way haha.
Funny you say pitchers, I could use a few of Yingling (or however it's spelled).I would LOVE to come you there and check out Utah. I've never been in that part of the country, but the pictures of the place sure look pretty.
Not this time, but one of these days. Thanks for the invite, and good luck; send us some "pitchers".