Injector Swap Tools

[rholcom2]

It appears as though an injector swap looms on my horizon. I have read the thread by sag2 illustrating the proper procedures for hpcr injector R&R. According to the thread a couple of Miller tools are required:



M9015 - Connector Tube Remover - $10. 93

M9010A - Injector Remover/Installer - $143. 40

(Prices per SPX Miller Special Tools | Main"])



From being around this site for a while and remembering the KDP kits circulating the country. I am curious if a "kit" has been made avaliable or if someone has been so gracious as to allow other TDR members to rent them? Obviously the Injector Remover/Installer being the most costly would be desirable to rent.



Thank you.

 

[JJPage]

You do not need either one of those specialty tools. Your tube connectors will pull right out by hand once the locking nut is off, and then you can use the rubber coated handle from a pair of water pipe pliers/channel locks, to pop the injector out.



Hope that helps. That is a good write up/photo Sag2 did.

 

[MScheiper]

I just replaced my nozzles and has the same question about the tools needed. After doing it, I would definitely say you don't need the tube puller, you can grab the threads with your fingers and pull firmly to remove them. The only tool I would consider would be the puller for the injectors themselves. The miller tool is built quite well and was handy to have for th e#5 and 6 injectors. I actually used it to re install 5 and 6 to push down enough to overcome the "snap" that tells you they are back in the head properly. Careful work with a light pinch bar will work too. Good luck and don't forget to pull the fuel tube before pulling the injector

 

[cerberusiam]

You do not need either one of those specialty tools. Your tube connectors will pull right out by hand once the locking nut is off,

If your lucky thats what happens. If it sticks in the head its easy to damage the threads. The tool will pay for itself as its not that expensive.



While you don't need the injector puller its just a good way to make sure you don't mess something up by prying on one that is hung a little bit. Mess up one injector and it will cost much more than the tool.

 

[Bob4x4]

The tools are pretty much a waste of time and money... ... ... ... you won't see them being used in a shop.

 

[sag2]

You will get by 99% of the time without the tools, but if you ever get an injector jammed they can be a real pain to get out, especially in the back. I wrote up the procedure the way the job is supposed to be done so nothing gets damaged, but as Bob said, in real life most special tools are collecting dust or lost.

 

[rholcom2]

Yes sag2, it is definately my intention to do the job "the way it should be done". I am not looking to cut any corners. However, would like to save any amount of money that I could. I will be working my local diesel "network" to see if anyone has at least the injector puller. I dont yet know an injector(s) is my problem. I have a set of gauges on order and will get them on ASAP to diagnose. I just want to be prepared and understand the project as much as possible if/when I have to perform. Thanks to all for your responses.

 

[Joseph Donnelly]

Injector removal and replacement and tools needed are covered in TDR#51, p. 97.