Fluidampr Install Questions on an 06

[JBonpua]

Has anyone done an install on an 06? How hard is it to do? Any tips and instruction is appreciated.

 

[JLabossiere]

I installed one on my truck and it was easy. It came with a extra pin that you can install also but it only if you going to be pulling or racing and running high rpms. According to the mechanic at nadp that is a pain in the dark side to install and you don't really don't need it with normal driving. I'm happy with it so far, got 20,000 km (12,500 miles) with it.

 

[JCleary]

Red Loctite might be a good idea.

I had one installed on my '03. The shop didn't put anything on the threads, and they backed out. 3 of 4 loosened up. I didn't notice anything until one day I shut off my truck and PING! I heard something. I looked under the truck and found a bolt. After some searching I found out what it was.

Upon further inspection it turns out that the dampener had been vibrating around and the locating pin bent. I posted a thread about it a while back...

I sent the truck back to the shop and they reinstalled with red Loctite. No problems for 30k + miles. Truck is gone, and the new owner hasn't had an issue.

I'm looking to get one for my '07. I like how smooth it made the motor in nearly all conditions...

 

[jwilliams3]

Red Loctite might be a good idea.



I had one installed on my '03. The shop didn't put anything on the threads, and they backed out. 3 of 4 loosened up. I didn't notice anything until one day I shut off my truck and PING! I heard something. I looked under the truck and found a bolt. After some searching I found out what it was.



Upon further inspection it turns out that the dampener had been vibrating around and the locating pin bent. I posted a thread about it a while back...



I sent the truck back to the shop and they reinstalled with red Loctite. No problems for 30k + miles. Truck is gone, and the new owner hasn't had an issue.



I'm looking to get one for my '07. I like how smooth it made the motor in nearly all conditions...

It came loose because they didnt install it right in the first place.

I never used loctite and hasnt fallen off



Really not too hard to install. Just take your time and get a barring (engine turning tool b series) from Snap-on (barring tool will assist you in locking your engine from turning over while your torquing the bolts).

Also use a torque wrench and take the bolts up to 150-165nm each.



Also install the belt on the damper before torquing/reassembling.

 

[JBonpua]

It came loose because they didnt install it right in the first place.

I never used loctite and hasnt fallen off



Really not too hard to install. Just take your time and get a barring (engine turning tool b series) from Snap-on (barring tool will assist you in locking your engine from turning over while your torquing the bolts).

Also use a torque wrench and take the bolts up to 150-165nm each.



Also install the belt on the damper before torquing/reassembling.

jwilliams3, Do you have the Snap-On part # of this barring tool? I have a 3/8 & 1/2 drive digital Snap-On torque wrench so I will not have problems reaching 165nm. Are there any special tricks I need to know before doing this? The only help I have is my 12 & 17 year old sons (handing tools). Thanks for the info.

 

[jwilliams3]

YA9565A, Engine Turning Tool, 3/8" Female Square Drive

 

[JBonpua]

YA9565A, Engine Turning Tool, 3/8" Female Square Drive

jwilliams3, Thanks for the P/N. I'll have to get one. Since you've done one of these install, do you mind if I PM you when I have any questions when I install mine? Thanks a lot.

 

[231jasonS]

It came loose because they didnt install it right in the first place.

I never used loctite and hasnt fallen off



Really not too hard to install. Just take your time and get a barring (engine turning tool b series) from Snap-on (barring tool will assist you in locking your engine from turning over while your torquing the bolts).

Also use a torque wrench and take the bolts up to 150-165nm each.



Also install the belt on the damper before torquing/reassembling.

How do you know the install was not done right? Just because yours has not fallen off w/out locktite does not prove any thing.



When i had the dealer warranty my crankseal i watched the tech re install the pully w/ no problems. He said he used locktite but two days later 3/4 bolts loosened up. I reinstalled and saw no locktite on the threads. I applied w/ Locktite and no problems since.

 

[jwilliams3]

How do you know the install was not done right? Just because yours has not fallen off w/out locktite does not prove any thing.

Sure it does. It proves I installed it correctly. My truck sees close to 4000rpm on a regular basis @ 675rwhp for 20-25 seconds at a time.



Cummins does not have to use Loctite on the dampers, and they also don't use them on the flywheel bolts. Guess what I dont either. My flywheel (I change flywheels about once a year) and my damper has yet to fall off.

When i had the dealer warranty my crankseal i watched the tech re install the pully w/ no problems. He said he used locktite but two days later 3/4 bolts loosened up. I reinstalled and saw no locktite on the threads. I applied w/ Locktite and no problems since.

Sounds like the dealer tech didnt take the time to properly torque the bolts.



Loctite is insurance, I agree, but you have to get the torque right... .

 

[InfernoB]

Regarding the tool: Cummins sells a tool kit that is/has been on sale for several months. It was less than the $55. 00 Snap-On wants.