The long block engines carry a 1 yearunlimited mile warranty. If this is in a case tractor or machine, the machine model and serial number must also be provided. Complete drop in engines carry a full 2 yearunlimited mile warranty. The engine was first manufactured in 1988 and was launched with the 1989 dodge ram. Repair bushings apex tool company carries a full line of repair upper and lower bore as well as shims for the dda 60 series and the cummins isx engine. If anybody on here buys a used cummins and the engine cracks on. We custom build this engine for your application, with the best parts available in the industry including cummins, mahle.
I hope this will answer all of your questions about the 53 block and the issues. We have tried many different materials and coatings and were not solving the problem so we developed the fsr billet pistons. Supposedly it affects about 100,000 blocks, but not only in dodge rams. Dodge cummins 98 01 watch out for weak block read 17564 times. Dodge cummins 98 01 watch out for weak block in general. All warranty work must be preauthorized by pilot engines. Its known as the 53 block problem, because these engine blocks have the. I have quit a lot of time involved in this so i will attempt to answer any questions and if you or anybody else has info that will help i am all. Performance and accessories 2nd gen only 53 block, how bad is it really. I repaired mine using lock and stich, they have a kit designed specifically for the 53 block.
The 53 comes from a casting number on the side of the block and is used to identify. If anybody on here buys a used cummins and the engine cracks on themthey have only themselves to blame. Cummins 6b cylinder block 3935943 we are specialized in cummins 4b3. Some believed the problem to be found only in high horse power versions or those with standard transmissions or those that were used to pull heavy loads. The engine block on my bayliner boat cracked over the winter.
We custom build this cummins engine to match your engine serial and cpl number. Will improve ring seal under strenuous load conditions such as sled pulling or drag racing due to overall stiffening of the block. Pilot engines warrants to the original buyer that every product will be free from proven defects in material and workmanship. I have had to replace the engine and transmission both on a diesel truck with less than 85000. I dont know what year it is but be careful of one manufactured from 1998 to 2002 as some of them had bad block that crack. So if you have a 53 block that has not cracked you probably have thicker version of 53 or differant supplier. The 53 block casting has thin water jacket walls that are susceptible to cracking. Jan 09, 2018 bit of an oil leak between the pan and the block. Dodge cummins 98 01 watch out for weak block in general board. Automatic transmission owners may have difficulty viewing cracks. The holes drilled in the crack, with one on each end of the crack to prevent it from. Our 6bt long block engines are an excellent choice for someone who has an existing cummins 5. The cummins engine company was founded in 1919 with the goal of capitalizing on the american push for newer and better engines. A right angle drill is used to drill under the edge where the crack is.
We help you find the heavy duty truck parts that you need. This is not your typical rebuilt, reman or crate engine. A crack develops on the right side of the engine, below the freeze plugs, right. Feb 01, 2010 i will be purchasing a dodge cumins diesel truck between the years of 20002002 i just found out that they all come with the 53 block. Is cummins or dodge doing anything about the 53 block cracking after the 100,000 mile warranty since they knew this was answered by a verified dodge mechanic.
It turns out their fine print says they wont pay for any block problems that. The engine had a 53 block, which is known to be prone to cracking. If you can find a 2002 cummins, it will bolt right into your 2nd gen. Over the years, diesels have always slipped by many current emissions standards, and were not upheld to the same standards as gasoline powered vehicles. In many instances, pilot engines can offer a custom engine remanufactured for your vehicle or equipment. With coolant cavitation, corrosion, coolant pressure in the block, frequent or heavy towing they may crack, causing a loss of coolant. B series cummins manufactured from heat treated 4140 billet steel. For example, cummins filtration is a much newer subsidiary of the cummins engine company, established with the goal in mind of producing filters that were capable of satisfying the specific requirements of cummins engines.
Top problem areas to look at on 9802 dodge cummins secret tips for buying used diesel trucks duration. This block has full water jackets and is intended for diesel tractor pulling application. Npd utilizes torque plating methods for boring and honing to ensure block straightness, which reduces breakin. Edit chat with mary make offer report this listing.
We custom build this engine for your application, with the best parts available in the industry including cummins, mahle clevite, hamilton, and arp. The cummins block cracks from two factors, one is harmonic vibration of the castin cylinder walls as they work against the block skirt, and the other is cavitation from the coolant allowing bubbles to form as it vibrates, which slowly eats through the block. Just below the core plugs freeze plugs the side of the block turns under and. The cummins 6bt engine or more commonly known as the cummins 5. This 4b cummins engine is also used in various industrial and construction applications. Cummins isb 53 block thanks to stamey what is the 53 block.
For your convenience, you can access our inventory through the product links listed below. Hard blok engine block filler water jacket filler pure. Havent heard much about the 53 block recently other than dont get one. The cummins 53 block was used in cummins 24 valve isb diesel engines from 1998. We was getting it ready for the lake when we discovered this. Nov 09, 2010 cummins engine leaking coolant from engine block crack.
This is why we can back our engines with a 5 year 100,000 mile warranty that we stand behind our engines have been remanufactured to factory specs using all new industry recognized name brand parts that meet and exceed oem specifications. Turns out that when i pulled my engine a big fat 53 was stamped on the block, actually both sides. I just wanted to thank you, oregonpharmer for posting this. Im not talking about stock short blocks, but physical limitations of the main area due to power or cylinder walls cracking do to pressure. Contact us as we have many odd or legacy bushings in stock and can even custom make the bushing you need. The crack, ground for preparation of the locknstitch repair. To activate the warranty, all engines must be registered within 30 days from shipment. The 53 comes from a casting number on the side of the block and is used to identify the problem blocks.
I will be purchasing a dodge cumins diesel truck between the years of 20002002 i just found out that they all come with the 53 block. Losing coolant from passenger side of the block slowly and had to add coolant due to loss,is there a temporary fix to stop the coolant from leaking for the mean time. Drilling the first series of holes a drill spacing jig is used to achieve proper spacing of the. I hope this will answer all of your questions about the 53 block and the issues surrounding it. Archive 53 block class action lawsuit 9802 2nd gen. There was a service head gasket made but never have seen one that was for a. The weak 53 block the second potentially deadly flaw occurs in 99 to 02 5. The 4b cummins engine are available in 2 different configurations listed below. Read up about this stuff and decided to give it a try. Drilling the first series of holes a drill spacing jig is used to achieve proper spacing of the drilled holes. I tried sealing it with rtv from the outside but it still leaked a little bit. Welding a 53 block i have had a lot of emails and questions about the process i use to fix the dreaded cracked 53 blocks, so i will post it for everyones reference. Dec 11, 2007 is cummins or dodge doing anything about the 53 block cracking after the 100,000 mile warranty since they knew this was answered by a verified dodge mechanic.
You aught to be able to turn in a cracked block to dodge and get reimbersed. Apr 08, 2008 if you can find a 2002 cummins, it will bolt right into your 2nd gen. Usually, if the engine threw a rod through the block, piston damaged the head, dropped a valve or spun a bearing it is more cost effective to replace the engine. I have no leaks with 190k on the truck and im guessing if it was to crack it would have done it by now. Cracks commonly develop on the passenger side of the 53 blocks, right below the freeze plugs. Repairing your cracked engine block bluedevil products. The kdp is a design flaw based on most if not all engines made by cummins from 93to mid 03. There are three casting suppliers tupy,teksid,and navistar. Pure diesel power offers the best in water jacket fillers like the hard blok engine block filler and more. Cummins also stamps the engine serial number into the passenger side of the engine. Cummins cylinder block,cummins cylinder blcok china,cummis gunuiue cylinder block et no. Brazilian blocks are cast by a company named tupy and are marked such. This process is also often prohibitively expensive and only used on very large or expensive motors such as heavy equipment, diesel engines or marine motors.