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  1. Coaldust

    cat 3116 head bolt torque

    I just checked and Chevron Delo 400 API SJ/CF is still available, but most distributors are reluctant to stock because it just doesn’t sell. I remember giving away drums and drums of expired 30wt Delo from our Juneau warehouse because nobody purchased it. Back when I worked for big blue/big...
  2. Coaldust

    cat 3116 head bolt torque

    I’m fairly confident special application was discontinued recently in NACD. I just tried ordering a gallon of 170-5262. It updates to 10w-30 DEO 515-3985. What does it show when you look it up? If it’s discontinued, I wonder what NC Power Systems is using in its place? The Egegik and...
  3. Coaldust

    cat 3116 head bolt torque

    That was a API CF/CF-2. Besides Shell T1, I’m not really sure if the other majors offer it in a 30wt. Schaeffer might have something. Off the top of my head.
  4. Coaldust

    cat 3116 head bolt torque

    That’s a very good point. The 4KG dumps the crank case vent into the air intake and the VI package in the multi-vis HDEO will plug up the aftercooler in short order. Even under the best conditions, the after cooler has a 500 hour cleaning schedule. Reality is, 500 hours was about the life of...
  5. Coaldust

    cat 3116 head bolt torque

    I think the 1.1 and 1.2 sets the record. Especially with the way the info was disseminated at the time. Much of it is missing in SIS.
  6. Coaldust

    cat 3116 head bolt torque

    I wasn’t gonna mention the weird SiS procedure, to prevent confusion. I don’t agree with it, I was there at the DSTAB meeting when that was discussed. It was also discussed it with our Cat Marine Analyst Group. Cat has pretty much stopped supporting these engines, especially the marine...
  7. Coaldust

    cat 3116 head bolt torque

    What’s the name of your boat?
  8. Coaldust

    What oil filter

    Fortunately, we still have a lot of good choices in the heavy -duty filter market for quality products and I’m glad NAPA is bringing on Donaldson. That will greatly simplify sourcing.
  9. Coaldust

    Where Do You Buy Grease?

    Valvoline’s Lithium-Sulfonate Complex is great around water.
  10. Coaldust

    Where Do You Buy Grease?

    That’s a great deal on the Cobalt. I picked a couple cases up recently. One of my best clients is a Valvoline distributor. I don’t know anything about it, but I’m hearing good reports. I think it’s marketed to compete with Delo EP.
  11. Coaldust

    cat 3116 head bolt torque

    Lube the threads and under the bolt head with 4C-5593. Start at the middle, then go in a circle. First round 45 lbs/ft 2nd round 320 lbs/ft Slam a Monster drink and go around again at 320 lbs/ft. Tighten the small ones to 45 lbs/ft. Make sure you get the correct thickness of head...
  12. Coaldust

    Tools For Vibration Diagnostics

    The downside is trying to get good measurements driving down the road. A chassis dyno works well.
  13. Coaldust

    Tools For Vibration Diagnostics

    Someone else can probably explain it better. I’ll try. Put the gadget on the dash and have someone watch it. Measure the frequency of the vibration when it occurs and compare it to a known chart to roughly pinpoint the component. For example: driveshaft vibrations occur at 1x to 3x...
  14. Coaldust

    Legdoc is back with new account

    Good to see you back.
  15. Coaldust

    Time Card Apps

    Speaking of time cards and pay stubs, what do you guys think? Should I drop the vision plan?
  16. Coaldust

    Tools For Vibration Diagnostics

    Is it just me, or are the majority of new tires just crappy? The Goodyear, Michelin and Bridgestone National Account Reps must send me all the out-of-round ones. I think the Michelin steer tires are more likely to be round, than the others. “Yeah, send those egg shaped ones to Coaldust...
  17. Coaldust

    What oil filter

  18. Coaldust

    What oil filter

    I’m gonna bump this thread because I’m disappointed with the light duty oil filter market at this moment. There has been so much movement and bankruptcy within the filter industry, it’s very difficult to figure out the marketplace. For example, I’m been hearing quality control reports about...
  19. Coaldust

    Issues With Grease Nipple Threads?

    This nipple thread is so greasy.
  20. Coaldust

    Caterpillar 320D Excavator Steering/Tracking Gets Stiff After Running for a While

    Might be running your chains too tight. The swing swivel might be leaking internally. Measure your track speeds with a stop watch and travel deviation and report back.
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