MaxxForce DT Cylinder Head Installation

Installing the cylinder head on an International MaxxForce DT diesel engine is intimidating for the novice but as I always say follow the instructions in the manual to the letter and you will never go wrong. The video specifically shows how to torque down the head bolts after the threads are coated with a light… Continue reading MaxxForce DT Cylinder Head Installation

MaxxForce DT Engine Rebuild Progress Report

Once the cylinder liners were secured and measured for protrusion the new pistons were then installed with new bearings and rings. This is where care (as always) needs to be taken especially when installing the pistons. The rings need to be turned to the correct position 120 degrees apart from each other so the open… Continue reading MaxxForce DT Engine Rebuild Progress Report

MaxxForce DT Cylinder Liner Protrusion

This is one of the many important steps along the way towards rebuilding our MaxxForce DT diesel engine. If you’re following posts here you’ll notice a steady flow of articles regarding these engine models. As I have mentioned before there’s a lot of flaws in engineering that is causing premature wear and necessary in-frames to… Continue reading MaxxForce DT Cylinder Liner Protrusion

MaxxForce DT In-Frame Update

Our MaxxForce DT engine in-frame is rolling along with new main bearings being replaced (rolled in). The Mechanic has to roll in the bearings on the top half since the crankshaft is not being removed. The engine rebuild manual is as important as a bible in church. You’re going to be lost without it. Guessing… Continue reading MaxxForce DT In-Frame Update

Spotting Job Scams In The Diesel Mechanic Industry

In our digital age, more and more elements of our daily lives are moving online, including job recruitment. As convenient as it may be in some instances, it can also expose us to a number of unfortunate things such as an increasing number of fake job scams. Diesel mechanics and technicians are in extremely high… Continue reading Spotting Job Scams In The Diesel Mechanic Industry

International MaxxForce DT Rebuild Follow Up

Just another step in the rebuild process of our MaxxForce DT engine. The head has been removed along with the oil pan which required the front engine mount to be removed. The steering axle is in the way so once the oil pan retainers are removed and oil pan is let down it hits the… Continue reading International MaxxForce DT Rebuild Follow Up

EGR Cooler MBE 900 Mercedes Diesel Engine

This is a job that is essential due to coolant leaking into the engine oil and vice versa coolant escaping into the combustion chamber. The obvious clue to this issue was an operator complaint of coolant loss. Since we could not detect an external leak all fingers pointed to the EGR cooler. Since this Mercedes… Continue reading EGR Cooler MBE 900 Mercedes Diesel Engine

MaxxForce DT Diesel Engine Overhaul

Another rebuild not uncommon with the DT MaxxForce. We have found this out in the last couple of years. There is so much exhaust going through the intake system and out the exhaust the second time has caused premature wear beyond belief. Navistar decided to tackle the 2010 emissions requirements set out by the EPA… Continue reading MaxxForce DT Diesel Engine Overhaul

International MaxxForce DT Diesel Engine Worn Out Analysis

Did you watch this video? Look at all of that smoke coming out of the oil fill tube. That is severe blowby caused by compression escaping by the piston rings and getting into the crankcase creating pressure. This International MaxxForce DT is a 2011 diesel engine that needs some rebuilding to get it back to… Continue reading International MaxxForce DT Diesel Engine Worn Out Analysis

How to Decode Your Dashboard Indicator Lights

You’re on a long drive, rocking out to your favorite playlist, and it happens. A light flashes before your eyes. It’s a dashboard indicator light. But what does it mean? Dashboard indicator lights can look different in various models, and some are more time-sensitive than others. The following are a few common dashboard indicator lights… Continue reading How to Decode Your Dashboard Indicator Lights