What years did dodge use the 53 block?

What years did dodge use the 53 block?

The Cummins “53” Block was used in Cummins 24 valve ISB diesel engines from 1998.5-2002.

What is a 53 block?

Fatal Flaw 2: The Weak 53 Block It’s known as the 53 block problem, because these engine blocks have the number 53 cast into the side of the crankcase. After years of use, the 53 blocks tend to crack until coolant starts to pour out the side of the block. This is an issue that many people kid themselves about.

What Cummins Engine do I have?

How Do I Identify My Cummins Engine? According to Diesel Pro Power, Cummins ISB engine serial numbers are commonly found on the rocker cover. And in some cases, they are printed on the side of the gear housing.

Are all 5.9 Cummins blocks the same?

From ’94-’97, all 5.9L Cummins engines shared the same cast-iron block, crankshaft, main cap bolts and cylinder head found on the ’89-’93 mills.

Is the 5.9 24v Cummins a good engine?

Outside of the fuel system, the 5.9 24v is a very reliable engine. The engine internals such as the pistons, rod, and crankshaft will last a lifetime and can hold up beyond 500,000 miles. Outside of the fuel system components, you should expect to replace common items like water pumps, hoses, belts, etc.

What Cummins 53 block?

Cummins #53 Engine Block Repairs The recommended repair method for 53 engine blocks that experience cracking is Lock N Stitch. # 53 block owners have reported favorable success using the Lock N Stitch repair method, and do not experience additional cracking post-repair.

Did the 98.5 Cummins have the 53 block?

Only ’98 12 valves have the 53. nonsense. 98 , 97’s and later trucks and industrial applications had the brazilian blocks, (53’s) when Cummins switched to mexican castings the problem was addressed. if you have a 53 block there is no fix that can be considered permanent.

How can you tell the difference between a 5.9 and 6.7 Cummins?

Both the 5.9 and 6.7 Cummins use a Bosch high-pressure common-rail fuel injection system. The difference is that the injectors in the 6.7 Cummins are rated for higher pressure and are specifically designed to handle it. They also require less voltage for operation.

How do I know if I have a 5.9 Cummins?

Cummins 4BT 3.9/6BT 5.9 The 4BT Cummins engine serial numbers are also listed on the metal tag fixed to the front gear housing as well as the back left side near the oil cooler housing.

Can you put a 5.9 head on a 6.7 Cummins?

Registered. correct the 6.7 injectors will not work with any 5.9 electronics.