Joey Mack

Just curious??? was this site down for a whole day? I was not able to log in. I kept getting a privacy warning, saying the site was not secure.

no programming to be done on a '91.. check the adjustment of the speed sensor in the tranny output housing... It goes all the way in (gently) then 1 full turn out.. you may want to remove it and check it for damage. jojo

The mode boxes in those trucks were known for the gears stripping and causing the issue you have.. so basically, you need to suck down the A/C, pinch off the 2 heater hoses at the firewall to remove them, and remove the A/C lines there as well, pull the floor pan around the shifter out, so when you remove the HVAC unit, you can tip it out. you may need to put the stick in 5th gear for extra room. Then you do the repair on the bench. I dont have the bulletin, but I bet someone will post it for you.. Good luck, Jojo

i'm sorry mark,,, it was a Columbia, 2006... I got 2 trucks confused, the 3406 E was a different job, for the same customer.. See, I am already losing my touch...

I actually really like a Detroit.. But i like the 12.7.. I like simple reliable engines, yes,, lower power is always an issue, but I like long time between repairs.. Of course, I am not a Pro driver/owner operator anymore.. I loved my 12.7, in the one and only truck I owned..

It is.... I just saw some other pics of it.. Hell I just put an engine harness on one this summer and ran the valves.. In a '99 W-900... What a dumbass...

Cat???

Well put... I like the way you think.. I suck at driving Cummins, but it is still cool.. I would rather have a CL with a 460 XT, 18 spd. 4:17 rears... But to each his own.. Sorry,, I see it's a CAT.. Dumb me...

Oh My God !! I wish I had youre skill's, and Pocket book... That is sweet, and the CL is AWESOME.. I love a Superliner, But when Mack replaced it with the CL, to me.. A pretty Damn Good Swap... Rock-on !!!

Thanks Bob... Did you read my posts about the benefits that start on 'Day 1'? I had no idea this sh!t existed.. anyway, i feel good and blessed.. My wife says I am a different person, since I dont deal with all the B.S. from my truck service business.. That's a plus...

Thanks Paul... Here in the states, getting a good health care program is difficult and expensive. We also have 401-k retirement plans as well.. I really feel good about my decision, no B.S. !! I can still do truck work on the side, but to be honest, I have enjoyed the break from heavy duty truck work.. I have said before, that I would rather just build engines, and MACK transmissions in my shop for side money.. and lately i have re-built Engine harness's.. That is a needed repair now aday's. Folk's can ship me the harness and any spare harness's, for parts, and I can inspect them, repair them and OHM them out to check for 'shorts'.. Then, ship 'em back.. You may have seen my post about one that I finished last week.. My heart is always with trucks and truckers, and truck mechanic's.. Take care Mr. Paul... Jojo

fuse 42 is on the firewall next to the steering column.. its a 5x6" black box. the ledgend is inside the cover. hopefully it not all blurry. I guess I should have said that first, I just figured you checked it..

yep...

You got this, Kermit....

there should have been a single pole bullet plug sticking out of the 4 wire harness... that is the reverse lights.. also.. do you have that plug???

Interesting post on block heaters.. I know that the 'Katz' block heaters I am familiar with were reliable. What I was taught, was to plug it in at the end of the work day while the engine was hot, and it would maintain a warm temp. I was told that they were not going to take a cold engine and bring it up to a warm temp for the AM. start up.. I learned this in Maine.. anyway, just my input, and this was over 20 years ago.. jojo

I would also put seperate vents in, There are some that have a check ball in them to allow for expansion, but keep stuff from being sucked in when the fuel cools off over night.. You should be able to use a 2000 model CH-613 if you need to find a part number, or maybe you have a parts guy at a local parts house that knows what you want... Jojo

One thing I dont miss is truck owners that think I am supposed to keep my rate's low because Biden Diesel hit 6 bucks a gallon.. and I'm supposed to fix the truck as good as if it was at the dealership, at $60/hr. Meanwhile I run a diesel svc. truck, and have insurance, tool cost, shop supplies, sometimes an employee, and well you know the rest..... jojo

How long is the crank time before it fire's? does it start up correctly, or stumble as it picks up fuel (Prime)?

No worrie's there buddy.... Luv U,, jojo

Damnit TJC,,, you woke me up from my dream....

Yes sir.. I had no idea... I just wanted to do something different, and build engines and fix a truck here and there -on the side-.. It's different all right.. Oh yeah,, my drive to work is 12 minute's.. WTF ??? Our city has 20 openings in the 'street dept' alone.. and 30 more in other divisions.. I will be getting a 5% raise in 6 months plus a cost of living raise as well.. I am only paid $21.50/ hr. right now, but with all the bennie's, and my cheapass redneck lifestyle, I can live on that. plus my wife makes a paycheck too, and I have side work,,, Wont get rich, but also wont starve.. jojo

Well I can tell you this.... I have been working for my city part time for a couple months. I just hired on as a full time employee.. Monday was the first day. I am in Waste water management, maintainance division. On Day 1, I get 8 hours/ month sick pay, 8 hours/month personal time, 13 paid holidays, free health ins. (Me only), they open a 401k and put in 4 % even if I dont contribute, Boot money, I got 5 new pairs of Carhart pants today, a free "City Nurse" to go to for routine issues,, and the freedom to be 'Myself' with NO-ONE breathing down my neck. an hour for breakfast, and an hour for lunch. In my 8 and a half hour day, I may work up to 3 hours.. What The Hell????? I have never had this.. 24 years in trucking and truck repair, working my A$$ off every day, at the least 8 hours of hard labor. I have my own "Tooled up" service truck and a city credit card to buy up to $999.00 worth of stuff, as needed.. I dont make a lot per hour, but I have almost no stress, or responsibilities.. Oh yeah, and the 11 guy's I work with are all good guys to work with.... Where the Hell am I ???? Jojo

I thought about lighting a fire in the cylinders but was afraid to post it.. No Sledgehammer's.... that fire wont be hot enough to melt the pistons.. Luv it... Jojo

I'm leaning towards a donor truck as well.. after reading the posts over a couple times, is where my opinion comes from. Maybe you can pull that engine apart, just for a learning process, then offer it for sale as a basket case..