Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Valve adjustment??

[RichB59]

Hey Guys,

Been awhile since I logged in here. My truck a 2001 2wd has about 97. 000 on it my question is, when should I get the valves adjusted or do you think I could do it myself?? I do most of my own maint. and have a mech back ground, just don't want to mess this up. Also anyone know offhand which issue of TDR mag. has the valve adjustment info. ?



Thanks in advance,



Rich

 

[TKehne]

I read either on this forum or another one that 150K miles is about the right time to adjust valves on a Gen 2 24-valve CTD. I just had mine done at 155K while the VP44 was being replaced and the FASS and Edge were put on. FYI - The mechanic said that the vlaves were barely out - no more than 0. 002"

 

[Wiredawg]

Do It Yourself

I do all my own maint... adjusting the valves is easy too. There are instructions psoted ont this website that give you all the info to do it right. I think the 24Vs are 150K miles. Should list it in your owners manual. Just need feeler gauge, barring tool, torque wrench and a little patience.



Some folks use a socket and breaker bar to turn the engine, but I like using the barring tool better.



hope this helps, Wiredawg

 

[Sticks]

Honestly, unless you are really bores, experiencing some engine issues, or have had some head work done, there is no need.

In the 2. 5 years I worked at an independent shop, not one of the Cummins engines that I ran the valves on were out of spec (+/- . 005). Mileage was from 100k to 300k.

 

[RichB59]

Off the hook.

Thanks for the replies. I guess I'm off the hook. I will let it go for awhile, the truck is running great. I have maintained it well with oil changes ect. Living in So. NV the body is like new I'm not in a position to buy a new one so at 69 years old this is the last one.





Thanks again,



Rich