This week is pizza week!

This week in class my group and I worked on getting the international and freightliner running. We then went to take the injectors out of a 6.0l ford with some missing parts.

The Day That Could...

This week in class I was not there,. I woke up with a stomach problem and spent most of the day in bed doing homework

This week

This week in my first class my group and I inspected our turbo on the N14. We checked for cracks on the flange, manifold, and housing. Next week we hope to check shaft end play and reinstall it. MY second class my partner and I did a write up on the DD15 labeled some parts on the rig . That's all! And drilled some bolts out.

Midterms

This week in class we took midterms. After midterms we went to go take a test to see what are strengths are and worked on a LSX Signature 600. The test wasn't working right so most of the class couldn't do it. And this test is something I don't believe, test are not a good way to prove someones strengths. After that class my group and I worked on LSX 600 hundred. After checking all the fuel system components we found out it had air in the system. We bled the air out of the system. NO PICTURES BECAUSE WE WERE WORKING.

Jake Brake check on a Cat

This week in class my group and I started working on a Cat C-12. The C-12 is on a stand and has everthing to make it run icluding the computer which we have to figure out why it isnt reading right. We didnt have very much time on it so this week we are getting down and dirty with it.

It Runs!!!

This week on WSCC Diesel Family my classmate and I get the N14 running. After last weeks episode we decide to redo the over head on the N14. My classmate and I set the overhead on all of the valves we messed with. It was time consuming but we got it done and it runs!

N14 overhead set and CAC testing

This week in class was a adventure. In my first class on Monday my group and I did a CAC (Charge Air Cooler) test. To do this test we had  to disconnect the CAC from the turbo and intake then fit a OTC tester to one side and block off the other. We hooked a air supply to the test and regulated how much air going into the CAC (about 35psi) After we set the pressure to 35 psi, we shutoff the air and timed how fast the pressure dropped.(15 seconds) For the system to pass it could not drop 5 psi within 15 seconds. Which it did pass! We learned that the system can hold a lot more than 35 psi(had it up to 50) with out it failing. The test is really simple to perform.

Moving onto my second class we had to set the valve clearance on the N14. Everything was going smooth until we realized ( after the motor wouldn't turn over) that we didn't have the push tubes and rockers seated properly.  We fixed that then found out that we were doing the intake valves,instead of the exhaust valves. We are still currently working on it this week.

N14 Injector Removal

This week in class my group and I worked on a N14 Cummins. I have always liked the N14 because it reminds me of a old 12-valve Cummins, really simple to work on and simple mechanics. This class period we had to take three of the injectors out. We started by shutting off the power to the truck by switching the battery disconnect to the off location. I really find the disconnect interesting and thinking about getting one for my car. After that, a team member and I started disassembling the valve cover. First we removed the bolts then we had to remove the engine brake assembly for each part of the valve train. After finding the right socket, it was apparently hard to find a 7/16 12-point socket so it took longer to remove those but we finally did. Then it was onto the rocker assembly. We first removed the bolts and with a little motivation and some paint markers to remember where they came from we finally got those out. Lastly, it was time to remove the the injectors. We removed the injector retaining clip and used a crows foot to "pop" the injectors out. 

So, what I learned is that the N14 is a real simple design and the correct procedures in how to remove its injector. 

Installing thermostat and fuel filter.

After removing the thermostat and making sure it worked properly by heating water with a torch and watching it open we had to install it back on the truck. After installing the thermostat into the housing we bolted everything down to specs and used a neat little tool to refill the cooling system. We used a tool that plugged the coolant reservoir then used shop air to create a vacuum pulling the coolant out of the containers and into the coolant reservoir. After we found the leaks of course. After refilling the coolant we checked for leaks and everything was good. That ended the first class of the day. The second class was fuel systems. In this class we replaced the fuel filter and primed it on a  series 60. We also looked at our new Snap-on tool we got and let me tell you that diagnosis

machine is crazy. It can read everything the computer sees.

Learning Begins

This blog is for both of my classes with Starkey. This week in class we learned how to take a fuel tranfer pump off using our service literature and remove the thermostat. Sorry no pictures

New beginnings

Welcome to the new year of school. This class is going to be a blast. Diesel tune up and Maintenance. This week in class was just introducing everyone and getting settled in. Have some pictures of the. We year.

Finals week

As my group and I continue to assemble the ISX we have another challenge upon us...Finals!! This week is our last week of school but more importantly it is the finals week. Some finals I am ready for, others like English I am still not sure about. Hopefully I do well in them all, and so does everyone else.

Another week, another mission

This week my group and I got everything ready on the ISX to do the overhead.

3 Weeks left!!

We have 3 weeks of class left. Our group is still putting the ISX back together. Unfortunately I wasn't able to get any photos this week. Knicely and I both cut our fingers installing the cam, other than that no other injuries. Next week we start on overhead set, which will be fun!

Capstone Project

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Why I decided to be a diesel technician.

Ever since I was little I was into too taking things apart and learning how they work. Started with taking apart toy cars and electronic devices. I got into cars and trucks when I was around 5 years old. I was more into the looks of them rather than the performance back then. I would see a cool looking car and think that’s sick looking. Not realizing that it was a slow car made to look fast. After years I started to get into the performance side. You know finding the limit of engines and how much you can push them past those said limits. Figuring out when the car would break traction going around a turn at high speed. Then running that situation through my head trying to figure out what mods I could do to push it even more. After a while it became an addition. I joined the diesel program because diesels are what move the world. Also the factor that you can make good money in this field and diesel engines always surprised me with the fact you can make serious power with few mods. I joined to learn as much as possible in this field and apply it to the outside world. After school I plan on working for a company like Fyda. While working there I plan on starting my own business. My business will be like a normal garage. You know normal mechanic work but also have a heavy focus on high performance, body fab, and paint. Also making parts in house. That is my goal for my future. I have a soft spot for 4 cylinder engines. Yes everyone sales that if you want to make power go with a v8. But they are wrong. When you have a 2.0l 4G63 pushing a 1000+ whp that shuts ups the v8 fan base. This is want I’m aiming for. I’ll go against society and proof you wrong, just need time and money.

Technician and Mechanic are Different?

A diesel technician and a diesel mechanic are two very different jobs. A technician is someone who diagnosis vehicles. They find out what the root cause of a problem is. Most of the time it is something electronical that causes a problem in today’s vehicles. A mechanic replaces the parts that the technician diagnosis as bad. Mechanics are the ones that get dirty replacing parts. Mechanics earn between $17 an hour to $26 an hour, while technicians earn $20 an hour to even $40 plus an hour. I would rather be the person finding the problem staying clean and earning more money.

My Future Goals.

Frank Ocean said “Work hard in silence, let your success be your noise.” That is my motto for life. Working hard in silence and proving everyone wrong who doubted me. One goal after I graduate is to open my own high performance shop. After working at a company like Fyda to gain experience. I want to open a shop out of Logan, Ohio, but there are some problems with that. Mainly because it’s a small town that doesn’t have a huge high performance scene. My plans for the building include

1.      7 bay shop

2.      4 car lifts

3.      A all wheel drive dyno to measure horsepower

4.      CNC mill to build my own parts

5.      A merchandise store.

6.      Finally a parts inventory that would put Autozone to shame.

I believe that I will succeed if I work hard and dedicate myself. Maybe I’ll end up as famous as Real St. Performance. Also opening my own shop will be fun for me and it will be my dream come true.

Putting the ISX back together... well at least trying to!!

Finally putting the ISX back together. Really wanted to tear it completely down, but as a group we decided to put it back together. I personally have torn down ISX engines before but wanted the group to do be able to do the same. Putting it together is a difficult task. Spending a god hour on the timing gear springs is the hardest part. The springs kept falling out and I wanted to chuck the gear across the room. And looking up the torque specs is very time assuming.

The Decision Maker

Why I decided to be a diesel technician.

Ever since I was little I was into too taking things apart and learning how they work. Started with taking apart toy cars and electronic devices. I got into cars and trucks when I was around 5 years old. I was more into the looks of them rather than the performance back then. I would see a cool looking car and think that’s sick looking. Not realizing that it was a slow car made to look fast. After years I started to get into the performance side. You know finding the limit of engines and how much you can push them past those said limits. Figuring out when the car would break traction going around a turn at high speed. Then running that situation through my head trying to figure out what mods I could do to push it even more. After a while it became an addition. I joined the diesel program because diesels are what move the world. Also the factor that you can make good money in this field and diesel engines always surprised me with the fact you can make serious power with few mods. I joined to learn as much as possible in this field and apply it to the outside world. After school I plan on working for a company like Fyda. While working there I plan on starting my own business. My business will be like a normal garage. You know normal mechanic work but also have a heavy focus on high performance, body fab, and paint. Also making parts in house. That is my goal for my future. I have a soft spot for 4 cylinder engines. Yes everyone sales that if you want to make power go with a v8. But they are wrong. When you have a 2.0l 4G63 pushing a 1000+ whp that shuts ups the v8 fan base. This is want I’m aiming for. I’ll go against society and proof you wrong, just need time and money.

Technician and Mechanic are Different?

A diesel technician and a diesel mechanic are two very different jobs. A technician is someone who diagnosis vehicles. They find out what the root cause of a problem is. Most of the time it is something electronical that causes a problem in today’s vehicles. A mechanic replaces the parts that the technician diagnosis as bad. Mechanics are the ones that get dirty replacing parts. Mechanics earn between $17 an hour to $26 an hour, while technicians earn $20 an hour to even $40 plus an hour. I would rather be the person finding the problem staying clean and earning more money.

My Future Goals.

Frank Ocean said “Work hard in silence, let your success be your noise.” That is my motto for life. Working hard in silence and proving everyone wrong who doubted me. One goal after I graduate is to open my own high performance shop. After working at a company like Fyda to gain experience. I want to open a shop out of Logan, Ohio, but there are some problems with that. Mainly because it’s a small town that doesn’t have a huge high performance scene. My plans for the building include

1.      7 bay shop

2.      4 car lifts

3.      A all wheel drive dyno to measure horsepower

4.      CNC mill to build my own parts

5.      A merchandise store.

6.      Finally a parts inventory that would put Autozone to shame.

I believe that I will succeed if I work hard and dedicate myself. Maybe I’ll end up as famous as Real St. Performance.

Removed the Cams from the ISX

After finally getting the cams aligned in the right position with the crank, we inserted some lock keys to lock them in place. We then had to modify a puller to fit bolts into the base timing gear on the valve cam. After some motivation we finally got the gear off. Then we removed the rear cam cover and started removing the cam. Kincely was was controlling the back end of the cam as i was rotating and picking in up through the cam bearings. I guided and helped Knicely. Be careful they are sharp and make sure your partner doesn't get mad at you.

Removing the cams out of the ISX

This week in class our group finally got to the point where we could remove the cams.
After spending half an hour on Cummins quickserve we asked Starkey for help.
We figured out that we had to rotate the engine by hand and align the marking on the dampener and bottom timing cover to make sure the cam and crank we in time with each other. After that we inserted a pin into the alignment hole to lock the crank in place and also wedge keys to lock the cams. Now we get to remove the timing gears and cams next time at WSCC!!

Finally Getting Progress on The ISX!!

Finally getting down to the bone on the old LSX.

The ISX tear down begins!!

This week in class we started to tear down the ISC engine. I can't wait to put the homework I did to good use in the next class.

Daily Driver (DD) and project 5.0drift

When your DD needs some loving! Well the rotors on my 2001 Mazda Protege MP3 and brakes decided to take a dump on me. So I spent some of my birthday money buying rotors and pads for it. First time I have done the brakes on the "bee". It was a learning experience for sure. Thanks to Glenn and Starkey for helping me. The brakes and rotors were the easy part. Next was the struts, Oh the wonderful struts! Second time I have replaced them since I bought the car. It was strange, I had more trouble getting the struts on this time than before. I had the car on a lift with all the tools I needed and it was harder than doing it in my driveway. Had a little help from Starkey and Brittany. Thanks! Got it all back together and guess what? It still rubs! So time for a whole new setup with coilovers and better bushings.
One other thing that's been on my mind is to sell my 91 Fox Body Mustang. Well I decided to keep it and turn it into my project car. Not just any project car, but a 5.0 HO drift machine. Something very few people have done. So I just need to get it inspected and see if Nutter and Starkey will let me bring it down to school, Vaugh Gittin Jr. is the only one I know of to build a drift car out of a fox body.

Working on a ISX Cummins!

This isn't my first time working on a ISX by no means. First time ive had to figure out why in the world people don't label bags with bolts from the engine. I mean come on people how hard is it. Here is a bag of 30 bolts find out where they go. WTF?