Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Pix of my Crank Main Bearings at 99,600k

[Schlickenmeyer]

Very nice shape for bearings that took heavy towing, hard driving, etc.



Pulled due to new crank (eroded by front seal) at 99,600k



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[Gary - K7GLD]

Very nice looking bearings, but a bit puzzled by the seal problem - just a defect, or maybe a lube problem?

 

[Schlickenmeyer]

Dunno. Early problem. Bought her with 42k from a pal, changing oil at 46k, noticed leak, had seal replaced. and again at 89k. Made the mechanic suspicious, so at the last warranty check up he pulled the seal and found a groove. I will try to post the pic if I have time to find it. I hear if there is any lube on the seal it will do this, mabye an assembly problem? dunno. .



But free parts is free parts. The dealer quoted the crank at $3,000 FOR THE PART

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[mhuggler]

Isn't there a Redi-sleeve available from Cummins? They're kind of a pain to get em pressed over the crank snout but a heck of a lot cheaper!

 

[MCummings]

Not cheaper if it's under warrenty... :-laf



Merrick

 

[Jim Fulmer]

That Cummins Redi-sleeve is a piece of crap... ... why not just install the seal in a different place... ... . there's like a 1/4 to play with... ... . yes it works.



Jim

 

[ctd8999]

Whats wrong with the ready sleeve Jim ?? Very easy to install. I put one on my 89 no more oil leak but I didn't notice anymore power LOL. Maybe thats why you don't like them Jim. Thanks Steve

 

[nps]

I put one on my 89 no more oil leak but I didn't notice anymore power LOL.

The dyno showed a 25HP gain from my Redi-Sleeve. :-laf