5.9 Cummins 24v 53 Engine Block The Cummins "53" Block was used in Cummins 24 valve ISB diesel engines from 1998.5-2002. Manufactured by Brazilian company, TUPY. The "53" block casting has thin water jacket walls that are susceptible to cracking. With coolant cavitation, corrosion, coolant pressure in the block, frequent or heavy towing they may crack, causing a loss of … [Read more...] about 5.9 Cummins 24V Diesel Engine: 53 Block Problems
Cummins Diesel Engines
The 4 Most Common Cummins 5.9L Engine Problems
The Cummins 5.9L "B-Series" diesel engine was produced from 1984 up until 2007. First generation versions were named the 6BT but also commonly referred to as the 12v, or 12-valve. Each cylinder had 2 valves, hence the name 12-valve. Midway through 1998, the 6BT was replaced with the ISB, which stands for "Interact System B". Here is our article on Cummins 5.9 12v engine … [Read more...] about The 4 Most Common Cummins 5.9L Engine Problems
Ford 6.7L Power Stroke Intake Guide – Best 6.7L Intakes
Best 6.7L Power Stroke Intakes Intake upgrades are a great simple mod to free up power, sounds, and efficiency on the 6.7L Power Stroke engine. Intakes are commonly known as cold air intakes or performance intakes. However, with so many options to choose from it can be overwhelming. Worry not! In this guide, we will discuss the benefits of 6.7L Power Stroke cold air intakes and … [Read more...] about Ford 6.7L Power Stroke Intake Guide – Best 6.7L Intakes
Cummins P1693 Engine Code – Diagnosis & Troubleshooting
What is P1693 on a Cummins? If you Google P1693, you will probably see something that reads "Turbo Charge Control Circuit Malfunction". However, on Cummins turbo diesel engines, this code has nothing to do with the turbocharger. P1693 is considered the "companion code". It is triggered when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects a code that us not actually associated … [Read more...] about Cummins P1693 Engine Code – Diagnosis & Troubleshooting