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Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-27-2019, 12:18 PM

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OM617 - How to test for worn cam lobe vs. wrist pin bushing or other lower issue

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Posted By ryanjmsn

I don't think you understand my reason for asking...

I don't think you understand my reason for asking for a video. The cam cover is going to be removed and lobes inspected regardless. What I'm concerned about is identifying the CAUSE of the worn...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-27-2019, 10:37 AM

Replies: 19

OM617 - How to test for worn cam lobe vs. wrist pin bushing or other lower issue

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Posted By ryanjmsn

Wondering if a few people would be willing to...

Wondering if a few people would be willing to take a video and post their engine running while looking down into the oil filler cap hole. I'm concerned the valve train isn't receiving as much oil as...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-27-2019, 10:33 AM

Replies: 19

OM617 - How to test for worn cam lobe vs. wrist pin bushing or other lower issue

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Posted By ryanjmsn

You'd be amazed how many gunked up bike parts go...

You'd be amazed how many gunked up bike parts go in there. The beauty of the machine is it doesn't require much involvement. You set the sonic countdown timer and let it run. Obviously, increased...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-27-2019, 10:21 AM

Replies: 19

OM617 - How to test for worn cam lobe vs. wrist pin bushing or other lower issue

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Posted By ryanjmsn

Thanks for the tip. I use a two different sized...

Thanks for the tip. I use a two different sized ultrasonic cleaners for bicycle service and the shallow version will work well for this job. I think if I lay the VP spring side down in the Ultrasonic...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-27-2019, 09:40 AM

Replies: 19

OM617 - How to test for worn cam lobe vs. wrist pin bushing or other lower issue

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Posted By ryanjmsn

Some results after pulling the VP (pics attached,...

Some results after pulling the VP (pics attached, here's the video link: https://youtu.be/TvsD1p1DOV0

1. The ball bearings on the VP spin well and have zero drag/pitting.

--Is there another...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-24-2019, 09:00 PM

Replies: 9

1985 300 TD Coupe- pick n pull alert NorCal

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Posted By ryanjmsn

Any idea if the camshaft will fit a 82 300 TDT?

Any idea if the camshaft will fit a 82 300 TDT?

Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-23-2019, 10:28 PM

Replies: 19

OM617 - How to test for worn cam lobe vs. wrist pin bushing or other lower issue

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Posted By ryanjmsn

Is there a diagram somewhere of the OM617...

Is there a diagram somewhere of the OM617 camshaft and it's parts? Curious to see if I can detect this on my own after pulling the cover.

Also, it's hard to tell from the my YT video I posted...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-22-2019, 04:18 PM

Replies: 19

OM617 - How to test for worn cam lobe vs. wrist pin bushing or other lower issue

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Posted By ryanjmsn

Thanks for the suggestion. I haven't tried a...

Thanks for the suggestion. I haven't tried a stethoscrope and don't have one but will certainly try that route after inspecting the vaccuum pump and pulling the valve cover to inspect the cam lobes...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-22-2019, 01:38 PM

Replies: 19

OM617 - How to test for worn cam lobe vs. wrist pin bushing or other lower issue

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Posted By ryanjmsn

Here's some more info along with video I took of...

Here's some more info along with video I took of the car cold starting today: https://youtu.be/uLplmSMMaHE

So, here's the background: own a 82 300TDT with 270k miles on it. Purchased it two years...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-22-2019, 02:01 AM

Replies: 19

OM617 - How to test for worn cam lobe vs. wrist pin bushing or other lower issue

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Posted By ryanjmsn

OM617 - How to test for worn cam lobe vs. wrist pin bushing or other lower issue

Hi,

Have a loud metal knock......definitely doesn't go away with cracking injector lines. Saw @Jarods video and discussion on his nailing/knocking ending up being worn cam lobes and followers:...

Forum: Tech Help

01-21-2019, 08:48 PM

Replies: 0

Go for a 30-mile freeway drive, I thought . . . it'll be fun . . . and now, nailing.

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Posted By ryanjmsn

Go for a 30-mile freeway drive, I thought . . . it'll be fun . . . and now, nailing.

Hi,

I'm new to the forum and as usual with most automotive forums, glad it exists. I've tried to do a decent amount of searching on the threads to get my answers but thought it'd be easier to...

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