vp44 replaced, now what?
#23
06-26-2007, 10:57 AM
RE: vp44 replaced, now what?
Went to fuel up this morning, and to my surprise, the fuel fill cap was off. I hadnt even looked at that, but Im guessing that the mechanic that Ididnt let repair the trucktook it off for some reason. Im hoping that this was the reason it was stalling. Ran great all the way to work today. (50 miles one way)
My filter looks good, replaced about 1 month ago.
Drew
My filter looks good, replaced about 1 month ago.
Drew
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06-26-2007, 12:45 PM
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06-26-2007, 01:11 PM
RE: vp44 replaced, now what?
http://www.bluechipdiesel.com/VP44INFO.html
About halfway down the page, under "pricing",
"We sell a direct replacement for the lift pump for $208.00 which is the latest Cummins part number and considerably better then what came off the truck."
If you are going to go through them, you wont be disappointed.
About halfway down the page, under "pricing",
"We sell a direct replacement for the lift pump for $208.00 which is the latest Cummins part number and considerably better then what came off the truck."
If you are going to go through them, you wont be disappointed.
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06-26-2007, 01:52 PM
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RE: vp44 replaced, now what?
Well ... I'm glad to hear that everything sounds like it worked itself out. Props to you for having the jimmies to tackle the VP-44 job yourself. I've heard it's a very difficult and time consuming job. I don't know if I would have the pills to attempt it myself.
Good job !!
Good job !!
#27
06-26-2007, 04:01 PM
RE: vp44 replaced, now what?
Thanks mayfair. All in all, it took about 4 hours. The worst part for me was the bleeding of the fuel lines...Outside of that, it was pretty easy, and if anyone has even a little mechanical ability and a few tools, it should be no problem. That, and a site like this with alot of expertise on it helps too.
#28
06-29-2007, 12:04 AM
RE: vp44 replaced, now what?
Not to prolong this post, but for anyone that does this job themselves, make sure you have NO leaks in the lines whenyou are finished.
Where the sending unit formy low fuel pressure warning light plugs into the banjo bolt on the injector pump, I had an oh-so-small leak. Not dripping or anything, just enough to wet your finger. It was causing the truck to start hard, but run OK when it was running. I had to put some gasket sealer on the threads, but that worked, and now she starts up as good as she runs. So be sure to check for leaks if you have any problems.
Drew
Where the sending unit formy low fuel pressure warning light plugs into the banjo bolt on the injector pump, I had an oh-so-small leak. Not dripping or anything, just enough to wet your finger. It was causing the truck to start hard, but run OK when it was running. I had to put some gasket sealer on the threads, but that worked, and now she starts up as good as she runs. So be sure to check for leaks if you have any problems.
Drew
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06-29-2007, 04:18 AM
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RE: vp44 replaced, now what?
ORIGINAL: dmorton
Not to prolong this post, but for anyone that does this job themselves, make sure you have NO leaks in the lines whenyou are finished.
Where the sending unit formy low fuel pressure warning light plugs into the banjo bolt on the injector pump, I had an oh-so-small leak. Not dripping or anything, just enough to wet your finger. It was causing the truck to start hard, but run OK when it was running. I had to put some gasket sealer on the threads, but that worked, and now she starts up as good as she runs. So be sure to check for leaks if you have any problems.
Drew
Not to prolong this post, but for anyone that does this job themselves, make sure you have NO leaks in the lines whenyou are finished.
Where the sending unit formy low fuel pressure warning light plugs into the banjo bolt on the injector pump, I had an oh-so-small leak. Not dripping or anything, just enough to wet your finger. It was causing the truck to start hard, but run OK when it was running. I had to put some gasket sealer on the threads, but that worked, and now she starts up as good as she runs. So be sure to check for leaks if you have any problems.
Drew
Here's a new one for ya ... the next time you tackle a job ... big or small ... take your time, take some pics ( lots of em ) and do a brief write up for us to use up top. The more time you put into it, the easier it'll be for the next guy.
Thanks again, and again, I'm really glad to hear it all worked out for ya !!
