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2001 580super M blow by? Case/Cummins input?

JS580SL ยท 2017-11-16 18:07

My 2001 super M is getting a lot of blow by. Was suggested that I check/clean crank case breather. I get by but I'm not a mechanic. Looking at the plate I don't see how it vents? I know there's a few case mechanics on here. 4200hrs starts right up runs perfect.

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  1. #1alrman2017-11-16 21:54

    The rocker arm posts are pressure fed by oil. They sometimes leak some pressure from under the long head bolt which retains the post, creating oil vapour. Some engines use a hardened washer under the head of the bolt some don't have it. You should try to put some sealant around the bolt heads & re-tension as required. **IMPORTANT** Just do one at a time or you may upset the head gasket.