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I got my M998 back from the shop with new heads and water pump.
There were a few "extra" parts in the back that weren't there when I brought it in.
Anybody know what these are? (Attached)
Many thanks.
It is the Time Delay Module that burned up..
After the shop replaced the heads on the engine they mis-wired the batteries (I have the before and after pictures) and then jump started it... I had the machine towed out of there before they could do even more damage. Now I am...
Any body know what this is on my M998?
It is on top of the left front fender under the hood.
Whatever it is it gave up the smoke it was holding inside.
Any info is appreciated.
I have the heads off the machine. It appears there was a head gasket leak around number 7 cylinder.
The engine machine shop says they cant be milled (previously milled?). Otherwise the heads are OK.
The number on the head casting is 10137567. We are trying to determine the best course of...
I have my M998 in the shop. I need a recommendation on Remanufactured heads or head kits. I thought I saw some on jegs, but am now having issues finding them.
Any recommendation for buying 6.2l reman'd heads?
I am posting additional diagnostics info. I used a "Reld" test. The diagnostic clearly indicates that I have exhaust gas in the coolant even though you can't see it,
All the symptoms:
Some significant valve? noise
Apparent over-pressure on cooling system. (new leaks, over flow tank bulging...
I am been thinking along those lines. Maybe a bit of wishful thinking that it is not head gasket. I am going to look/smell again in the coolant for bubbles and /or exhaust fumes.
What did you do when you finally determined it was a head gasket? Were you thinking it was a cracked block/head?
I am looking for advice and parts for the wood slats on my troop carrier benches. Some are rotten and need to be replaced. Some are in fine condition.
After planning down a piece it appears to be white oak. It looks pretty straightforward to make my own replacement slats. Before I make make...
I am chasing water leaks. It continues.
- Surge Tank Crack -- Fixed with OEM tank
- Thermostat Housing -- Fixed with new thermostat, thermostat housing, gasket and permatex.
- Now I am seeing spray around the back of the water pump pulley at 220 degrees
Any advice of water pump...
Some follow up on the Surge tank lesson.
I weighed the cheap knock off and the OEM tank.
The weights below are both square bottom 12340061 (Square Bottom). The original 12340062 (Round Bottom) " is shown in this pic.
Cheap Knock-off ---- 1 Lb. 11.7 Ozs
OEM ---- 2 Lbs. 3.1 Ozs
The quality...
Thanks!! @Mogman and @Milcommoguy
Sorting the wheat from the chaff with the good quality and the absolute junk parts is great help. It is terrific aspect of having knowledgeable folks (who have the experience) on the forum.
I will buy what is recommended today from AMG.
After I cobbed...
I had a hair line crack in my M998 Surge Tank around one of the small top (pressure side) nipples.
I didnt resist the cheapest knock off version I found and regret buying it. It has/had a poor cheesy spot welds holding the fill cap neck (2 pieces) to the reservoir and no sealant at all...
I am hoping someone can tell me what the markings signify on my machine.
There is a small Red Star in the middle of the tailgate and on the middle of the front on the hood.
Left Front Bumper HQ 61 and HQ 19
Right Front Bumper 263AAMDC 2MSL263
Right Front Fender NG44MS
Right Rear "Bumper"...
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