K&N opinion by someone who knows what he's talking about

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Didn't I read in the latest TDR that the 24 valves have a problem of periodicly the dash lights blink off and the engine dies and no one knows why? Electonic gemlins #ad
With my old 12v I just jump out with the electric tape and baling wire and we're off again #ad
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Reliability-wise, Murphy's law states that a totally mechanical system will outlast a drive by wire, electrically-controlled unit each and every time. As I said, too many parameters that need an expensive scan tool to diagnose vs. "this is not right, I'll replace it and whaddaya know-it works again". Either way, Cummins has a superior engine and their tragic flaw is that the ISB was years behind the times when it was introduced due to the rotary pump. Ford is about to retire the current T444E and the engine is STILL ahead of its time, despite being a V8. Cummins better get back on track and back into the passing lane with a common rail system in this country.

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Chris Timochko
1997 5sp 4X4, HX40, BD 4" Brake, Marine Compression, Custom Tuned Injection Pump, 370B Injection Nozzles, Delivery Valves, Governor & AFC Spring Kit, Psychotty Air, Water Injection, NOS Diesel Kit, 6" Chrome Exhaust System, No Smoke Valet Switch, McLeod Dual Disc Clutch, Mag-Hytec Rear Cover, Cummins Chrome Kit, Optima Red Tops, Hadley Bully Horns, Hurst Line Loc, Goodyear Wrangler AT/S 305/70/16s. Test mule for Auto Wurks Diesel race program

 

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The last several posts are going to get busted! Air cleaners are the topic! You just can't change!!!

What if someone read these? They might be oftenended because you changed the subject. Then we would have to pay a fine for wasting someones click time.
Next there will be a "subject changer filter" turned on.

Man, you guys have to be careful!

Gene

 

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Just a reminder concerning Silicone(Si) readings with oil analysis.
Silicone levels are NOT just DIRT! They can also be an antifoam additives in oils,or sealant compounds used in gaskets. I have seen some Ford PS engines with very high Silicone(Si)numbers, brought about from the sealant used in the manufacture of the engine. As time on the engines increase, the Silicone(Si)levels go down.

Just my 2-cnts worth,

Wayne
amsoilman

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94'SLT 4X4 AT/White in color. Factory Tow Hooks & Running Boards. Amsoil By-Pass filter, Amsoil Air cleaner,and all fluids are Amsoil. Optima "Red Top" batteries.
BD exhaust Brake, BD Torque Lock, BD Torque Converter, Dr. Performance Stage II Injection Pump. Mag-Hytec Diff Cover,Mag-Hytec Transmission Pan, Isspro Pyro, Boost,Oil temp Gauges mounted in 3 Gauge post mount. One gauge monitors Engine Oil, Trans, Diff. Temps.
Wayne Owen

 

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You are correct about getting off the subject. And I apologise for my part in it. I'm gone - no more back bitting - no more slamming. tlippy

 

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My stock K&N and my 0880 both get oil silcone tests under 5ppm,they're in there and their staying. If I had to buy a 24v I'd buy a Powerstoke instead. The 24v was just an emergency measure that the EPA forced on Cummins,they would have stuck with the proven 12v if they had the choice. Remember the old retofitted smog controls they put on gassers,that reminds me of the 24v. DC tried to make it look like the 24v was a big improvement,when infact it was just a band-aid. Just look at the posts in 24 vs 12v Forums,it's easy to see who has all the problems.

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95' 25004X4,AT,Driftwood,Banks Stinger,Warn fender flairs and running boards(Play truck)95 3500,5 speed,Driftwood,Banks&Phscotty,34,000 GCVW apple and tractor hauler(work truck)

 

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Me too. Just a little good natured fun Tlippy! I really like any diesel, something about that sweeeeeet smell and powerful sounding rattle. #ad


Smoke ON

 

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Being able to vary off subject and have a little fun is just one of the many things that makes this site countless times better than the Ford site! The whole thread would have already been deleted or something over there.

 

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Hey! Cool! We got the "Flaming File" for this Hot Topic #ad

 

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Si = 9 ppm

Miles on oil at analysis: 47,511

Filter: Amsoil

Number of Valves: Correct #ad


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'94 3500 4x4, 204,000 miles, Never had a cat, Auto w/shift kit (thanks Dave G), 3. 54 Gears, TST #5 plate, 235-85-16s, Rancho 9000s w/remote, Isspro gauges inplace of cupholder & Amsoil Bumper to Bumper. NRA member. Blue Ribbon Coalition member.
"Warrantee? We don't need no stinking warrantee!"

 

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Shelby,you do have the right filter. The foam is an integral part of the filter and is the one mentioned earlier.

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2001 HO 6spd,Quad cab,LWB,4x4,Flame Red,all options except for leather,Westin Brushguard/Push bar,Painless wiring,Radio Shack CB( so what it works},my own designed CB mount,Smittybuilt nerf bars,NW Custom rocker covers,Custom built stainless rocker light bars(more to come)

 

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I didn't like the loose fit and extra noise of my K&N. So I round filed it. I could not feel any diff in towing power and I didn't like the oil being thrown into turbo blades.

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2001 2500 tow, camper, SWB, ETH, Bright white.