Diesel RVs: 01/03/08

[Diesel-RVs] New Pump INSTALLED TODAY!Cummins ISC leaking fuel from lift pump (ULSD warning)

Mike, All, FYI. Yep ULSD got to my lift pump like the Cummins warning
said it will leak out of the gasket between the pump and the mount
AND throught the pump and out the electrical connector. It was
leaking both places!! Tomorrow I'll see what the guts look like, the
entire old assy is down in a bay.

The new lift pump assy is installed $664 total ($280 Pump/Misc
Parts, $344 Labor $86/hr X 4 hours, +misc shop stuff and tax.) They
had a bad time getting one mount bolt loose. Before it was loose the
engine rock guard was off, the main fuel filter assy was off, the
two smaller lines and one larger line were off, the ECM connectors
were tied out of the way, the starter was off and two guys worked
together (one top one bottom, for at least an hour.) They started at
8:15 and finished around 3, but the shop manager only charged me for
a total of 4 hours labor. I drove it about 80 miles after, works
good no leaks. I'm sure glad I didn't try to change it... there just
aren't enought bad words to cover the job... Tomorrow I will crawl
around underneath and satisfy myself that it's all back together...
Airplane guys should understand "Final QA/QC"

Thanks for all of the inputs,
-Les Crawshaw

--- In Diesel-RVs@yahoogroups.com, "Mike Bounds" <boundsmb@...> wrote:
>
> Jim, Karen, & Les,
>
> I got the lift pump gasket (diaphragm) from Cummins.
>
> Cummins put a bulletin out in November 2006 regarding the problem.
It has a number, Topic Number 06T5-18. It is a seven page bulletin.
It deals with ISX, ISC, & ISL engines. There are numerous part
numbers depending upon the serial number of the engine and their
manufacture date.
>
> My copy was faxed to me by the Tampa Cummins store. Unfortunately
the copy is not good enough to upload to this forum. Incidentally
this was sent to me at the same time the Jacksonvile Cummins store
was telling Jim & Karen that there was no fix for their lift pump,
and this may be true because Cummins did go to a non-repairable pump
and they may have had one of these.
>
> Since the bulletin was seven pages, it is highly unlikely anyone
read it. I had to give the number to the Tampa store to get them to
send it to me. The parts man had not seen it before. I got it from
someone in Alabama who responded to general inquiry that I had put on
the internet.
>
> Mike Bounds
> 99 Dutch Star w 300ISC
>
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[Diesel-RVs] Re: Practicalities

Bob, you missed my point: YOU should be checking the pressures in
your tires. I never trust these tire guys...they're always in a big
rush and are someone at the bottom of the heap when it comes to auto
mechanics...they remind me of the guys at race tracks who collect the
battered motorcycles and flat bed them back to the pits.

--- In Diesel-RVs@yahoogroups.com, Bob Clerc <kerplunk@...> wrote:
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> northstatebiker wrote:
> > I have read enough about the Nitrogen versus air debate, and from
> > that, I gleaned:
> >
> > 1. Once you have nitrogen in your tires (esp RV's), you then have to
> > go find a source. PITA.
> >
> > 2. Then you have to wiggle the rig into a parking lot such as a
> > Costco or other retailer and have THEM fill your tires for you.
PITA.
>
> Not much of one. We have readings of the pressure in all tires,
> including the toad, in the MH. If I'm 2 PSI low in one of them,
drive by
> the front of the stalls, whether towing or in the toad, and ask them to
> add a couple PSI. Sure, with air could just as easily do it myself, but
> chances are it will be much, much longer before more nitrogen is needed.
>
> Bob Clerc
> @ Indio, CA
>

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Re: [Diesel-RVs] Re: 07 Toyota/Nitrogen

Oh man. Another left handed thing. How will I ever get it right.

SF

----- Original Message -----
From: James
To: Diesel-RVs@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Thursday, January 03, 2008 10:06 AM
Subject: [Diesel-RVs] Re: 07 Toyota/Nitrogen

What you are failing to consider is the fact there is Right handed
Nitrogen and Left handed Nitrogen. You must add both to your tires in
order to make any kind of a turn. At least that's what I've been told.
Jim in Las Cruces

In Diesel-RVs@yahoogroups.com, "micbollini" <micbollini@...> wrote:
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> to the group:
> Sorry, I couldn't help myself. The devil made me do it
>

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Re: [Diesel-RVs] Re: 07 Toyota/Nitrogen

Way too funny. Had me laughing
SF

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Sent: Thursday, January 03, 2008 6:26 AM
Subject: [Diesel-RVs] Re: 07 Toyota/Nitrogen

to the group:
Sorry, I couldn't help myself. The devil made me do it

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RE: [Diesel-RVs] Re: 07 Toyota/Nitrogen

Darn, no wonder my fuel mileage dropped I have my Nitrogen on the wrong
sides.

Gerrit (Gary) Van Der Starre

2006 Itasca Horizon 400 ISL

2008 Jeep Wrangler

one dog, one cat, one son and a GREAT wife

Rochester, NY

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From: Diesel-RVs@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Diesel-RVs@yahoogroups.com] On
Behalf Of James
Sent: Thursday, January 03, 2008 1:07 PM
To: Diesel-RVs@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [Diesel-RVs] Re: 07 Toyota/Nitrogen

What you are failing to consider is the fact there is Right handed
Nitrogen and Left handed Nitrogen. You must add both to your tires in
order to make any kind of a turn. At least that's what I've been told.
Jim in Las Cruces

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"micbollini" <micbollini@...> wrote:
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> to the group:
> Sorry, I couldn't help myself. The devil made me do it
>

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[Diesel-RVs] Update on flat towing a 2005 Ford F-150 Manual Trans 2 wheel drive

Hi Group,

After countless days and hours online researching and personally speaking
with many people at Ford dealers and the Ford Motor Company Relationship
Center I "Think" I finally have it resolved.

First the rundown.
(6) Ford dealers called said No I cant flat tow.
(4) Ford dealers called said Yes I can.

Remco said Yes. Any manual Trans 2 wheel drive can be flat towed and my Ford
F150 had no towing speed limits.

Ford Motor Company Relationship Center, first misquoted the manual and then
the 05 Ford Motorhome towing guide. After I pointed out that the info they
presented did not cover the stick shift F-150 2 wheel drives they wanted to
give up and refer me to a dealer again. I said I had already got
conflicting info from the dealers I had contacted. After over an hour and a
half on the phone they said No it couldn't be flat towed. When I then
pressed for an explanation as to why not I was passed up the food chain and
asked to leave my VIN # with a promise that I would receive a call in less
than 24 hours with a determination. Well low and behold I just received a
return call in just under the 24 hour time frame with a YES I can tow my 05
Ford F-150 manual transmission 2 wheel drive. But speed must be held under
55 MPH.

I was tempted to ask why only 55 but left well enough for today. When I
asked for a hard copy of the determination that it could be towed I received
a firm NO we don't do that. But being persistent I found out that it was now
a permanent part of Ford records under the VIN #. Unless somebody deletes
the record I am covered for 5 more months of warranty flat towing however
good or bad that may turn out. Just to be sure I called Ford again and had
them check their records under my Vin # and believe it or not their flat
towing Yes answer was noted.

Don't you just love a happy ending ? Thanks for all the replys.

Fred Hengel
94 Dynasty
05 F 150 Toad, A strong maybe !

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Re: [Diesel-RVs] Practicalities

northstatebiker wrote:
> I have read enough about the Nitrogen versus air debate, and from
> that, I gleaned:
>
> 1. Once you have nitrogen in your tires (esp RV's), you then have to
> go find a source. PITA.
>
> 2. Then you have to wiggle the rig into a parking lot such as a
> Costco or other retailer and have THEM fill your tires for you. PITA.

Not much of one. We have readings of the pressure in all tires,
including the toad, in the MH. If I'm 2 PSI low in one of them, drive by
the front of the stalls, whether towing or in the toad, and ask them to
add a couple PSI. Sure, with air could just as easily do it myself, but
chances are it will be much, much longer before more nitrogen is needed.

Bob Clerc
@ Indio, CA

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[Diesel-RVs] Update on flat towing a 2005 F-150 Manual Trans 2x2 wheel drive.

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[Diesel-RVs] Re: WAAAAAY off topic - refreshing from nitrogen :-)

--- In Diesel-RVs@yahoogroups.com, "mydogscar" <markhovanec@...>
wrote:
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> This may be old to many of you, but I've really enjoyed the
nitrogen
> banter - I had no idea there were so many brilliant people in this
> group. I live in Southern California, and this has been more
> entertaining and educational than walking down Hollywood blvd...
With
> that - hope you enjoy this piece I found on another RV site:
>
> Deep Thoughts For Those Who Take Life Way Too Seriously...
>
> 1. Save the whales. Collect the whole set.
>
> 2. A day without sunshine is like... Night.
>
> 3. On the other hand, you have different fingers.
>
> 4. 42.7 percent of all statistics are made up on the spot.
>
> 5. 99 percent of lawyers give the rest a bad name.
>
> 6. Remember, half the people you know are below average.
>
> 7. He who laughs last thinks slowest.
>
> 8. Depression is merely anger without enthusiasm.
>
> 9. The early bird may get the worm, but the second mouse gets the
> cheese in the trap.
>
> 10. Support bacteria. They're the only culture some people have.
>
> 11. A clear conscience is usually the sign of a bad memory.
>
> 12. Change is inevitable, except from vending machines.
>
> 13. If you think nobody cares, try missing a couple of payments.
>
> 14. How many of you believe in psycho-kinesis? Raise my hand.
>
> 15. OK, so what's the speed of dark?
>
> 16. When everything is coming your way, you're in the wrong lane.
>
> 17. Hard work pays off in the future. Laziness pays off now.
>
> 18. Every one has a photographic memory. Some just don't have film.
>
> 19. How much deeper would the ocean be without sponges?
>
> 20 Eagles may soar, but weasels don't get sucked into jet engines.
>
> 21. What happens if you get scared half to death twice?
>
> 22. I couldn't repair your brakes, so I made your horn louder.
>
> 23. Why do psychics have to ask you for your name?
>
> 24. Inside every older person is a younger person wondering what
> happened.
>
> 25. Just remember -- if the world didn't suck, we would all fall
off.
>
> 26. Light travels faster than sound. That's why some people appear
> bright until you hear them speak.
>
> 27. Life isn't like a box of chocolates . . .it's more like a jar
of
> jalapenos. What you do today might burn your butt tomorrow.

This is too funny and sounds like George Calin.

Jim
>

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Re: [Diesel-RVs] Diesel Fuel Polishing

Bob,
Once you clean your RV tank, it will get dirty again from the service stations holding tanks because they do not clean them. Chuck B

"barney42@sbcglobal.net" <rebarnett@comcast.net> wrote:
Does anyone have experience with using polishing systems to "clean" RV
fuel tanks as they do on boats? If so, how did you do it and was it
beneficial in maintaining clean a clean tank.

Thanks in advance,

Bob & Elinor
1998 CC Magna
DD Series 40

Chuck & Mary Boros
04 Windsor 02 Ford Ranger
Shelby Dog, Miss Kitty, Mr Lucky Cat

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RE: [Diesel-RVs] Another Fun Off Topic - especially for everyone on this board that loves to talk about MPG and Torque vs. Horsepower

LOL ---- I think it was good timing on the post ---- good one Tom
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Dave Knight

dknig288@comcast.net

HOOK'EM HORNS 1969

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From: Diesel-RVs@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Diesel-RVs@yahoogroups.com] On
Behalf Of Tom Bernardi
Sent: Thursday, January 03, 2008 11:21 AM
To: Diesel-RVs@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [Diesel-RVs] Another Fun Off Topic - especially for everyone on
this board that loves to talk about MPG and Torque vs. Horsepower

New Mathematical Equivalencies.................thought these were pretty
clever!
1. Ratio of an igloo's circumference to its diameter = Eskimo Pi
2. 2000 pounds of Chinese soup = Won ton
3. 1 millionth of a mouthwash = 1 micro Scope
4. Time between slipping on a peel and smacking the pavement = 1
bananosecond
5. Weight an evangelist carries with God = 1 billigram
6. Time it takes to sail 220 yards at 1 nautical mile per hour = Knotfurlong
7. 16.5 feet of silver in the Twilight Zone = 1 Rod Sterling
8. Half of a large intestine = 1 semicolon
9. 1,000,000 aches = 1 megahurtz
10. Basic unit of laryngitis = 1 hoarsepower
11. Shortest distance between two jokes = A straight line
12. 453.6 graham crackers = 1 pound cake
13. 1 million microphones = 1 megaphone
14. 1 million bicycles = 2 megacycles
15. 365.25 days = 1 unicycle
16. 2000 mockingbirds = 2 kilomockingbird
17. 52 cards = 1 decacards
18. 1000 kilograms of falling figs = 1 FigNewton
19. 1000 milliliters of wet socks = 1 literhosen
20. 1 millionth of a fish = 1 microfiche
21. 1 trillion pins = 1 terrapin
22. 10 rations = 1 decoration
23. 100 rations = 1 C-ration
24. 2 monograms = 1 diagram
25. 8 nickels = 2 paradigms
26. 4 statute miles of intravenous surgical tubing at Yale University
Hospital = 1 IV League
27. 100 Senators = Not 1 decision

Happy New Year, All!

C'mon - better than talking about sundials!

Tom (and Sally), Odessa FL
'07 National RV TropiCal LX 35' / Freightliner Chassis / 350HP CaterpillarR
C7 turbo / '06 Honda CRV SE A/T

<mailto:tom@bernardihome. <mailto:tom%40bernardihome.com> com>

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