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  1. starspangled

    Cummins harmonic balancer

    Hi guys, I read of a fellow having success using the Cummins 6BT harmonic balancer with an adapter on a Cummins 4BT to solve vibration & balance problems. I'm no engineer so I though I'd check here whether that is a good idea, and if not, why not? Other alternative suggestions...
  2. starspangled

    Diesel ex. valve seat pressure

    I have asked Cummins and around diesel forums with no replies: there are many general references to the Cummins 4B and 6B engine's exhaust valves being 30 lbs spring stock or 60 lbs spring in HD apps. That doesn't seem near enough pressure to me, in comparison with many spark ignition gassers...
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    Methanol fuel safety?

    Hi guys, I'm planning on using Methanol/Water injection in a Cummins 4BT diesel used for daily driving and possibly some long distance RV hauling. A friend gave me a plastic fuel cell out of his race car that meets NHRA specs. The most practical place to mount this 12 gallon tank is in the...
  4. starspangled

    A/C Compressor efficiency...?

    Hi folks! I'm curious which design/type and which manufacturer's automotive air conditioning compressor is the most efficient in respect of thermal output compared to parasitic drag. If there is a particular model which excels that would help as well. Thanks! Starspangled
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    Hydraulic brake basics

    Hi folks, I've just been in a spirited argument with several folks regarding hydraulic drum brakes and the relationships of master cylinder and wheel cylinder bore diameters and brakeline diameters. It is my belief that changing to a larger or smaller master cylinder bore will have a direct...

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