Ford launched the 6.9L IDI diesel engine in 1983 alongside a partnership with International Harvester. The terminology 'IDI' stands for indirect injection. The 6.9 IDI is a four-stroke, naturally-aspirated V8 diesel engine. It was largely a diesel alternative to the 7.5L Ford 460 engine also used in F250 and F350's of the time. In 1988, the 6.9 IDI was replaced by the 7.3L IDI … [Read more...] about Ford 6.9 IDI Engine Guide
Diesel Engines
Caterpillar C12 Engine Guide
Caterpillar Inc. is a Fortune 100 company that builds heavy-duty machinery and engines. They are actually the largest construction-equipment manufacturer. Among one of their many excellent diesel engines is the 12.0L Caterpillar C12 - or Cat C12 for short. The Cat C12 truck engine was in production from 1994-2009. Some may consider the C12 a bit small and underpowered for … [Read more...] about Caterpillar C12 Engine Guide
Detroit 60 Series Diesel Common Problems
The Detroit Diesel 60 Series engine began production in 1987 and remained until 2011. It's an inline-6 four stroke diesel engine and was the first heavy duty diesel engine with full electronic controls. The Detroit 60 Series earns much praise for its great balance of fuel economy, performance, and longevity. However, no engine is perfect and there are no exceptions here. In … [Read more...] about Detroit 60 Series Diesel Common Problems
How to Better Maintain Your Diesel Fuel System
Diesel Fuel System Maintenance If all diesel engines had nearly identical fuel system trouble, diagnosis and maintenance procedures could follow a general pattern. But, with the exception of similar fuel tanks and basic piping system, diesel fuel systems differ considerably. Consequently, each engine manufacturer recommends different specific maintenance procedures. … [Read more...] about How to Better Maintain Your Diesel Fuel System
How Diesel Fuel Injection Systems Work
How Diesel Fuel Injection Systems Work The diesel fuel injection system is a major component of a properly operating engine. An engine out of adjustment can cause excessive exhaust smoke, poor fuel economy, heavy carbon buildup within the combustion chambers, and short engine life. The diesel engine is known as a CI (compression ignition) engine, while the gasoline … [Read more...] about How Diesel Fuel Injection Systems Work