How To Rebuild A Diesel Engine. Part 3. Main Bearings, Thrust Bearings, And Crankshaft End Play.

[@georgegeorgepht]

I said it before and will say it again, Guys like this who take time to show, explain and educate the public on jobs like this, are awesome. Thanks for taking the time to share and educate.

[@lylecheckeye6300]

Great Video ! I still can get over using a Air Tool on main bearings. Great Job !

[@MrMarkguth]

Loving your videos mate 🇦🇺, I’m doing a few engine rebuilds atm, and like the systematic way you work, I’m definitely changing a few of my techniques and habits. You would be a real asset for any company to have and lead appearances.

[@WWTFMAN_1989]

I don't own a diesel truck or work on diesel but I love these videos I find them so interesting and I do run a old 3412 back up genset that still runs like it was brand new and was installed in 1989 I love cat diesel motors. And keep doing these awesome videos.

[@billhill7330]

3412 is a hell of a motor.

[@skylinefever]

2:45 When in automotive class years ago, I was told that assembly lube or oil, NOT grease is a must. The idea was that assembly lube would dissolve in engine oil more quickly and completely after oil reached the parts. Grease, although dissolved by engine oil, was not specially designed for that purpose. I knew a lot of guys who would use heavy STP oil booster instead of assembly lube or grease. I guess it gives some of the advantages of engine oil and some of the advantages of light assembly lube.

[@SmokeyOkie-lr3ot]

Awesome video, thank you for the great knowledge

[@MrRyanrk12]

great job love your work.cant wait for the c15 inframe your going to do

[@familytraditiontransportat7951]

Great series! Have my 3406B apart right now doing a inframe. Nice to see how the pro's do it!

[@AdeptApe]

+Family Tradition Transportation Good luck on the rebuild, those engines last forever. Our shop doesn't see them much anymore, but it seems like 1/4 of the people that message me on here have a B model.

[@chikwadougwu8395]

you're the best..if you were an athlete, you would be usain bolt. Thanks so much

[@PlayerzAnthem]

Your videos are great man, I love the methodology to the way you work. A C13 too, We just finished a full powertrain swap where the crank splintered and the driver kept going untill he felt a thud underneath him that turned out to be the flywheel smashing through the bellhousing then shearing right through the side of the transfer case like the predator. keep the videos coming... just to help me and my boss are going to fund you 10$

[@kerrygleeson4409]

Great work as always

[@BassfishingGH]

great video man. I really like this engine rebuild series.

[@AdeptApe]

+BassfishingGH Thank you.

[@edward9862]

Great video!

[@marcossandoval641]

great job. you make it look super easy

[@GeoSame]

this is gonna be a great video series. thanks.

[@DirTyOhGee]

VERY good video dude! You da man!

[@saeidpishsaraeian7736]

thanks so much for clear explanation and nice video :)

[@BoostedK20Ek9]

your the man !

[@terrycrowder8430]

Love the videos thank u!

[@onlygazza]

Brilliant vid, very well explained 👍

[@AdeptApe]

+onlygazza Thank you.

[@DealsGaming]

So intricate, and complicated... I'll stay a lube tech for a while... Anyways good vid, Ape

[@Winner-95]

Professional 👍👍👍

[@HikaruSorano05]

Hi!, Thanks for posting this. So, the procedure is : you remove 1 cap, change bearings and torque to specs? And in which order do you change the main bearings? from outside to inside? center to outside? Cheers!

[@arisali9814]

great job thanks

[@samrugtiv5563]

very good

[@JoshKilen]

nice job.

[@raymonshores4257]

Do you ever plastic gage main bearings when doing a inframe. Love your videos u are the best.

[@rwjazz1299]

yes! this is all very easy. First, pony up 5 to 7 thousand dollars. Next, start ripping your diesel apart. Finally, put it back together again without fucking up. It must be perfect. No pressure.

[@xdygmnyrdf]

lol. Bonus points for doing it in less than 2 hours and not using torque wrench.

[@johnny_k3575]

you doing it the hard way

[@danny6247]

what is the reason for installing the bearings dry on the back side. I have seen people dipped them in oil but I was just curious to know. Thanks

[@alibilal8668]

Thank you

[@ajohnson5937]

when are the rest of the videos in this series going to be released? I'm an aspiring diesel technician and have learned a lot from your videos and look forward to learning more from them. I Look forward to seeing the rest of the videos in this series. Thank you!

[@AdeptApe]

+A Johnson I had a delay that I will discuss in the next video. Hopefully in the next couple days the next video will get released.

[@bigfoot5045]

Hey adept , you should make a video about Re using old pistons if they meet specs or should we simply replace all pistons and spend another $1500. Cause thats where I am at this point. My pistons dont have alot of carbon on them and I thought I could maybe re use them and clean them up and put new rings in them. Cause Cat wants $17,000 up front for a platinum kit and ive already bought new pump , new cooler, new water pump, new air compressor in these last 3 months before i stopped my truck. So I bought all new Rod bearings and mains, head gasket, reman head , new sleeves, but I dont know if I should re use piston heads cause they look really good. Figure I save a few hundred bucks. So far Ive spent Less than $6000 on a tight budget.

[@blakehughes435]

I've reused pistons but only after going over them with a fine tooth comb. Checking for bent rods, replacing fudging pins, inspect ring grooves etc.

[@amdemik]

Thanks a lot!!!

[@randygonzalez6250]

I really want to know how many pairs of disposable gloves you can end up going through in a day, I'd be rather OCD myself in regards to contamination roflobster

[@atinder22]

Isn't the torque for cat c15 mains 190lbs and 2 flats

[@devondeck5343]

3406b i read that its 110 ft lbs then an additional 120 degrees? Your video you only do 60.. So now im confused?? What is the actual torque spec?

[@ismailsabih8301]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@TeXaStOaSt9414]

Also, I have a couple of questions such as what do you think of fuel additives for winter driving (Howes lubricant in particular) and variable speed turbos (have one on my 14L Detroit which I know isn't your specialty). I also watched your video on pre filling your fuel and oil filters and I was told to use Howes lubricant on the fuel filter when I am on the road and need to change my filter, is there any harm in running straight additive through the injector?

[@marciszd]

cant wait for c15, i wonder how you adjust timing backlash on cam idler gear. the one im doing now has me baffled.

[@majestyone3405]

I’m rebuilding a 3126 and according to sis main bearing caps call for a 40 ft lbs torque with a final 90 degree torque turn why does this seem very light???

[@omar19936]

hey adept, why did you insert the main bearing (the one in the block) that way, shouldnt all 7 pcs be fitted on the block then you install the crank??

[@karlmcnamee8049]

he was doing a in frame he didn`t have the block out of the truck

[@pontiaco]

hello I havve an 2003 international with the dt466E, with 720k miles on it, question is do you know if I need to replace the main cap bolts??

[@leylanddaf992]

Grate video wats the truck settings

[@jacobbeachy8403]

What if my main bearings do not go in by hand and have to be tapped in with a small hammer?? Is that a sign of a problem?

[@styleboytrucker9127]

So u went 110 then what was the one flat turn

[@MrRatta8]

Around how much does it cost to do an inframe in a 2007 cat c15 acert bxs 98384?

[@TheFisnikbojku]

sir I have a question maybe you can answer the radar that is sitting in front of truck is there a way to hook up to a computer and turn off this system

[@frankswain9483]

Hi A.A. Strictly speaking, this is not a mechanic issue question. But, you probably can answer it anyway based on your experience and education. This has bugged me for years and I wonder if not lots of others, too. Here is a link to the two Cummins (Dare I mention another brand?) graphs that are the basis of my question: cumminsengines.com/x15-performance?#torquehorsepowercurves Cummins just came out with a new heavy truck engine called the X15 and the performance charts are in the above link. What I don’t understand is this: The engine torque is a constant at 2050 ft. lbs. from 1150 RPM - 1500 RPM. But during that same RPM range the H.P. increases from 485 to about 585. It would seem logical to me that if you have 100 more HP turning the crankshaft at the higher RPM, that more torque would result.! Can you please explain this conundrum? Thank you very much in advance if you have time and inclination to take a shot at this.

[@AdeptApe]

+Frank Swain Torque is a component of horsepower, but so is RPM. If you multiply the torque and RPM and then divide by 5252 you will get the horsepower. So if you have the same torque, but RPMs increase your horsepower will increase. That is how small engines can make horsepower, but not very much torque.

[@haroldsgarageo4822]

Maybe a stupid question , but can a main bearings and rod bearings cause low oil pressure? I have a n14 Cummins and the pressure goes up and down , also have a dash light flashing sometimes, (shut down) light .. thanks

[@xdygmnyrdf]

Excessive bearing clearance caused by wear, can make oil pressure not build up.

[@21wala47]

best engine to do a oil change cat motor has plenty of room to remove filters

[@northeasthogso3239]

I've been watching all your videos and i thought I would ask you what you think about UTI or other diesel tech schools?do u learn enough to become a diesel mechanic?

[@childrenofisrael7394]

Yes. Most states provides a career grant to learn how to fix tractor trailers.

[@kk-pv2kj]

What is the part number for the white assembly grease ?

[@kenplourd6579]

Excellent.I learn a tremendous amount watching your videos.I have a question.Since Detroit diesel is partnered with Freightliner/Western Star and Volvo and International diesel make their own engines for their own trucks.Does Paccar manufacture engines for their own trucks(Peterbilt/Kenworth)?Can Petes/Kenworth also be ordered with a Cummins.Since Paccar Big rig trucks are the only trucks with a choice of engines.Caterpillar no longer manufactures a heavy truck engine,and since Cummins is an independent.Are'nt these engines only in Paccar products,(Kenworth/Peterbilt? Thanks!

[@marctackett1799]

ken Plourd yes you can get a Pete and kw with a Cummins. Could be wrong but I'm pretty sure Cummins makes a few of paccars engines

[@kenplourd6579]

Thanks Marc.Have a good one.

[@kenplourd6579]

Thanks Marc.have a good one !

[@thepowerofdreams6816]

ken Plourd Part of cummins business is making engines but they also design engines some iveco engines are designed by them i think scania does aswell, see the paccar mx13 and you will notice is similar to the x12 even the bore is the same

[@thepowerofdreams6816]

CAT doesnt manufacture oficially truck enfines anymore which doesnt stop people to buy C11/C13/C15/C18 and put them on trucks and Jacobs also mabufacture the jakes for those engines even now

[@surajitmali4027]

End play how check and end play how thousands please tell me ? And give the link video.

[@TheRebelOne.]

Would you be concerned about the oil supply galleys in the crank being blocked by the grease on initial start up ?

[@familytraditiontransportat7951]

0BMM1 the oil pressure will move the assembly grease. It really isn't very thick, not like axle grease or anything. 60 to 70 psi oil pressure will move a good bit...

[@TheRebelOne.]

Family Tradition Transportation Thankyou. 👍

[@AdeptApe]

+0BMM1 As Family Tradition rightly started, the grease is a very light grease and will get pushed out by the incoming oil and then dissolve in the oil as it heats up.

[@TheRebelOne.]

Adept Ape Thanks Adept. I really enjoy your video's because you keep it simple. I think if you stick to that format we'll get along just fine. As we say here in Ireland "keep her lit". 😉

[@axemurderbambi2995]

What do the rods and mains torque to on a 04 acert bxs ?

[@cobrar5161]

is assembly grease a special type of grease or is it like the normal grease.

[@marctackett1799]

cobra R special grease

[@VitaliyTSAT]

Hi, have a question on c15 accert fault codes, pid 3, fmi 5. what code is that? thank yoy.

[@kenplourd6579]

V-TSAT: PID3=FMI5=Flash Code73. Cylinder#3 Open circuit.

[@VitaliyTSAT]

ken Plourd what does that mean??

[@VitaliyTSAT]

ken Plourd I just had it rebuilt my self with platinum kit. engines runs fine no misfire all new injectors, but have this code.

[@kenplourd6579]

clear the code.now drive it with a load if you can.

[@MartinM101TV]

Loving the videos. What's the part number of that assembly grease?

[@AdeptApe]

+MartinM101TV I've had a few people ask for that actually and I think I replied with the part number, but I forgot it, I'll have to check again. If you go through the rebuild videos comments section it should be in there somewhere.

[@MartinM101TV]

Found it, thanks!

[@ganesan191]

We are bearing manufacturers can u pls share us stamping mark on tat bearings

[@john67elco]

Holy smokes what's the ballpark on a platinum cat kit?

[@avadhutadas4681]

Looks like $13,000 from the dealer in my area.

[@blakehughes435]

Hi adept, just wondering if you can give me the part number for the assembly grease you use?

[@AdeptApe]

+Blake Hughes 266-9682 is the part number sir.

[@yolezenun7287]

Were its part 4 ?

[@xdygmnyrdf]

I wonder is it dangerous to skip all the measurements?

[@IKenney303]

any news on when the next video is coming. I hope CAT hasn't got in the way somehow

[@AdeptApe]

+Kenney 303 Already out sir, sorry for the delay.

[@TeXaStOaSt9414]

What state do you work in?

[@door2door642]

Hello friend how are you?

[@stickrod100]

What size are the main bearing bolts

[@stickrod100]

And rod bolts

[@jennyferlopez9710]

What engine?

[@Omkar_9100.]

Name of bearings plz

[@woodsmen17]

are you related to copperheadmarine ? I swear he looks like he could be your dad and talk just the same.

[@takamahotmailcomCaterpillar]

Because a rod bearing fails or lasts when there is 1 gallon of diesel in the oil system and because the operator does not warn you that that type of problem is happening inside the engine does not turn off and also does not send a warning light to the driver? and ecm not have any code for low oil pressure

[@AdeptApe]

+WOODS I haven't heard of the guy, my father isn't very technologically savvy, so I would be quite surprised to find out he had a successful KZbin channel.

[@realToddLane]

HA!

[@woodsmen17]

Adept Ape he has a KZbin channel if you have time to look him up

[@stevemazzarella9259]

Always wanted to use an impact to torque to yield but I was to big of a puss... lol

[@AdeptApe]

+Steve Mazzarella That is the only way I've seen it done lol.

[@door2door642]

I need some help on cat c13 engine

[@TheArozconpollo]

I cringed when you used that STEEL flat bladed screw driver to push the upper bearing in place. One slip and you scratch the bearing surface. Why take a chance?. Use a non-marring tool such as brass or delrin, even wood is better than steel.

[@juniperjd4891]

Lmao only if all mains rolled in this easy

[@papodelvalle5221]

Por q siempre tienen q poner a alquien hablar Mierda vayan al grano