Bigdogtrucker Posted April 7, 2015 Share Posted April 7, 2015 Wonder what it would cost to get a pump gone through and setup? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-285860 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freightrain Posted April 8, 2015 Share Posted April 8, 2015 Ain't cheap from what I've heard. Don't know it if it true or not or depends on what you get done and by whom. Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-285999 Share on other sites More sharing options...
b61fred Posted April 21, 2015 Author Share Posted April 21, 2015 I am getting ready to install the injection pump. I was wondering how much advance to set the pump at? I was wondering what works best. I know there is a big difference on Cummins engines on horsepower and pump timing.Fred Quote 15 gears...no waiting! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-287387 Share on other sites More sharing options...
theakerstwo Posted April 21, 2015 Share Posted April 21, 2015 I would set it to 22 and no more than 24 degree and that would be spill timing.Some of the hot rod guys is going to tell you to advance more but just remember your dealing with alummin pistons. Quote glenn akers Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-287393 Share on other sites More sharing options...
b61fred Posted April 21, 2015 Author Share Posted April 21, 2015 I have looked in the manuals and seen anywhere from 10 to 19 degrees. I would imagine that it was conservative to promote fewer warranty related problems. I will not load this truck hardly at all and will be using a pyrometer to drive by. So I am liking what you are saying. I read the manual about setting the timing by removing the delivery valve on 1# cyl and using air and a jar with fuel in it, I won't go into the details of the process here just yet but do you know what I am talking about. I don't have access to a A-B timing light and I would have to get close to assemble the truck to start it.Morgan Quote 15 gears...no waiting! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-287430 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freightrain Posted April 21, 2015 Share Posted April 21, 2015 What did you have done to the pump and cost?? Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-287440 Share on other sites More sharing options...
b61fred Posted April 21, 2015 Author Share Posted April 21, 2015 I haven't got the bill just yet or the particulars. I will let you know what happens. On mine the governor was worn out, and changing the springs and weights to change to a thermodyne setting. Quote 15 gears...no waiting! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-287449 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mcrafty1 Posted May 4, 2015 Share Posted May 4, 2015 Wonder what it would cost to get a pump gone through and setup? Last time I had mine gone over it was around $1600.00 The pump was worn pretty bad though and in need of an overhaul....This is on a 250 econodyne. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-288725 Share on other sites More sharing options...
b61fred Posted May 17, 2015 Author Share Posted May 17, 2015 Update... Got pump back Friday, I would have been much sooner but I was in an accident with a riding lawn mower rolled over on top of me and haven't felt like doing much till now. Installed the pump and started the engine today. Ran much better than before, scored an A-B timing light and set timing. The difference between settings is the springs that basically let the rack open to full fuel at a certain RPM. I am looking for the puff limiter valve that installs in the intake, my pump man says it will be better to not have the engine over fuel until turbo boost is available. The pump was very worn and I he gave me all the old stuff to show just how shot it was. I had to buy a lot of stuff to get it back to spec. and It cost about $1200 to get it done. I hope that I feel go enough to work on it some tomorrow and may get to take it for a spin. If so I will let you know how it works out.Morgan 1 Quote 15 gears...no waiting! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-290152 Share on other sites More sharing options...
theakerstwo Posted May 17, 2015 Share Posted May 17, 2015 That is called reversing relay valve that goes in the intake.The more boost the turbo builds the less air pressure the relay allows to go to the puff limit valve that holds back the rack.Just remember when the puff limt valve is working proper it may fell like a slug till boost stars to build and also remember it does not cut the HP t top end but it does help keep your oil cleaner. Quote glenn akers Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-290158 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freightrain Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 Keeps it from huffing black smoke for no reason? Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-290331 Share on other sites More sharing options...
b61fred Posted June 14, 2015 Author Share Posted June 14, 2015 Got the truck all together, and worked all the little bugs out and just drove it on our first road trip. The result, It runs great, the power is right there when you split shift, has a narrow power band but hits hard at 1600 to 2100. Drops like a rock under 1550. Uses so much less fuel than before and the old duplex seem to be much happier shifting than before. It also starts scary fast, I rebuilt the polarity switch and starter, that 24 volts twirls the 675 like nothing. Fred Quote 15 gears...no waiting! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-293255 Share on other sites More sharing options...
theakerstwo Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 Glad your happy with it.I have been thru a few of those projects and one of them was my truck.I used a maxidyn with a duplex and it pulled good around 1400 but when you got to 1900 or 2000 the gas pedal was dead feeling. Quote glenn akers Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-293263 Share on other sites More sharing options...
75T Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 Did you use the pump shop in Elnora? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-293288 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddog13407 Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 thinkin about putting another B together with a 237 and duplex but am kinda worried about that dead pedal problem everyone talks about . Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-293294 Share on other sites More sharing options...
theakerstwo Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 The 237 engine is a lot better than the engine that came from factory but as seen here it can be improved by making a 250 with it. Quote glenn akers Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-293299 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freightrain Posted June 15, 2015 Share Posted June 15, 2015 Glad to hear it works good.I just got 7.0 mpg going to York(hills, hills, hills). I got 8.0 going to Milan, Michigan this past weekend.There is a 237 on local craigslist. Motor/trans/rad all for $1500. Just too much of a project right now to throw money at and just have it sit outside til I get around to it. Little things like roof, windows, AC, concrete and siding are taking priority(dangit). Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-293434 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddog13407 Posted June 15, 2015 Share Posted June 15, 2015 I hear ya about that Larry. wonder if anyone has put a 6 speed low hole in a B model? I hate to drill more holes in the frame . Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-293436 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted June 15, 2015 Share Posted June 15, 2015 Have a X107A air 6 spd. in the B-75 and it took a couple new holes and some jiggering. Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-293437 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddog13407 Posted June 15, 2015 Share Posted June 15, 2015 I have a 237 and 6 speed two stick I have been thinkin about putting in a B42/B61 conversion. I have the engine mounts out of the DM it came out of and they almost look like they would bolt up where the B model ones were. guess ill have to check. I don't mind a few new holes but I hate to drill 8 new ones. have to figure out the push to pull clutch to. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-293438 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted June 15, 2015 Share Posted June 15, 2015 It really wasn't too bad. The trans to frame mounts fell in different spots so 8 new holes were needed. Spacing differences between the B61 and B75 may make your situation better or worse with regards to the clutch. The original clutch cross shaft on the B75 had to be replaced with a pair of side mount industrial pillow blocks. Then an adapter was made to convert to a R clutch cable to the bell housing. Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-293439 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddog13407 Posted June 15, 2015 Share Posted June 15, 2015 I saved the clutch cable and bracket. can you take a few pics of the clutch set up when you get a chance Jim? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-293440 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted June 15, 2015 Share Posted June 15, 2015 I can get some pictures. It might be a couple of weeks (month) because I am not where the truck is at the moment. Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-293443 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Blaylock Posted June 15, 2015 Share Posted June 15, 2015 I've got a two stick six speed in my B-615 made a set of mounts to bolt on bell housing I think I had to move one hole in the floorboard was all Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-293452 Share on other sites More sharing options...
b61fred Posted June 15, 2015 Author Share Posted June 15, 2015 Did you use the pump shop in Elnora?Yes I did, John Jones did the work for me.thinkin about putting another B together with a 237 and duplex but am kinda worried about that dead pedal problem everyone talks about .dead pedal problem? Quote 15 gears...no waiting! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/39504-injection-pump-setting-maxidyne-vs-thermodyne/page/2/#findComment-293454 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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