Keep the Cummins or go Detroit?

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by Genesis Reese, Jan 15, 2019.

  1. 77fib77

    77fib77 Road Train Member

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    Yeah I thought cams were like 6 to 8 k to change out.
     
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  3. mike216

    mike216 Bobtail Member

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    I had a new camshaft installed,rocker arms and bearings.Parts from Kenworth dealer around 3,000. Local mechanic installed and serviced the truck around 1000.Did the work in my shop. Two nights and a Saturday.
     
  4. Thane

    Thane Medium Load Member

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    Find another ISX Cummins used and drop that in. Don't go with the DD.
     
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    Thane Medium Load Member

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    ...or a used ISX head alone and whatever other parts (used) you may need.
     
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