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    cummins id help needed

    Hi guys, I need some help identifying a cummins engine, it doesn't have any power specs on the id plate, there is this: SBM# H-14301 Model NHB Y356 Engine # 147947 thats it, it is older '70s I think, turbo'd but not intercooled, has the PT pump thanks for your help
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    engine wanted

    looking for an engine (6.9 or 7.3idi) in the greater columbus, miss. area, in good shape, it will need to make a long journey after installed. thanks
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    F-800 for sale $1200.00

    Hi, I would like to know the gvw, tire size and condition, outside width of frame rails, and length from back of cab to center of rear axle. thank you, John
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    CC 4x4 Anyone???

    thanks for looking into it, my last idi started doing the oil burning thing shortly before losing a valve, heck of a deal but I'm not ready for a project just yet.
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    CC 4x4 Anyone???

    If you wouldn't mind checking it out that would be great. I am 400 miles out so your initial impression on if it would drive that far or not would be great. Might have to bring a truck and trailer, although if it drove that would be easier. thanks
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    '90 CC F350 4x4 7.3 banks turbo - trade for std cab 4x4 diesel

    OOoohh I luv, price? I'm now in WA and need a 4x4.:love:
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    need help gmc brake booster wiring

    Hi, was wondering if anyone had any experience with the gm hydroboost. My 88 c6500 emergency brake booster circuit is not working properly, the pump still works when wired direct, but the circuit is screwed somewhere. I replaced the relay, it works, but not with the brake pedal, the activating...
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    Kentucky Road trip......

    OMG none has mentioned the obvious........................ I think I'm in love........................... again......................................................... and I don't even know her...
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    New owner - West Sacramento, CA

    My lightly leaking seam resulted in a massive unzipping of itself on the freeway in Columbus. About 12" long and 1/2" wide. I just pulled it back together and soldered up the whole thing with a propane torch and plumbing solder and flux. I'd pull it, clean the offending area lightly with fine...
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    91 F350 ext. cab for sale $1800

    I would sell it for $600 without the truck.
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    Knocking motor????

    what IS that noise? Hi, welcome to the world of diesel engine noise paranoia. I have basically the same thing, had it since I put the used 6.9 in it 40,000 miles ago, engine still runs great. My friends that own and work on diesels tell me I'm crazycookoo but I think I'm sane. I was thinking...
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    91 F350 ext. cab for sale $1800

    Hi, found a crewcab I want, so putting my truck up for sale. It has a 6.9, zf5, dually. I think the engine may have a noise like a worn piston or wrist pin, def. not a rod or main, not really sure people tell me they can't hear anything and I'm crazy, maybe I have truck sound paranoia, runs...
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    diffrences between 6.9/7.3 and 7.3 PS turbo?

    http://www.oilburners.net/forums/showthread.php?t=16629&highlight=banks+turboUmm, I may have what you need coming up for sale, it depends on if I get this engine I am going to look at on Wed.
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    kali CL truck anyone?

    oooooohhhhh I want it SSOOOOO bad.
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    Hydroboost too big? What could possibly go wrong?

    My GMC 7500 has two pumps as well, one for the hydromax and one for the power steering, which doesn't work worth a crap, by the way.
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