Is there an issue with my Detroit Series 60 Freightliner?

Is there an issue with my Detroit Series 60 Freightliner?

Discussion in ‘ Freightliner Forum ‘ started by Berzerker, Nov 30, 2014 . Hey all, I have this issue with my detroit series 60 14L. Its 07 Freightliner. When I drive and apply normal throttle, or even just have cruise control on set at lets say 55mph.

What kind of parts do Freightliner Trucks use?

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Who are the owners of the Freightliner truck?

Freightliner Trucks is a division of Daimler Trucks North America LLC, a Daimlercompany.

Where are the Freightliner Genuine Parts distribution centers located?

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How to get a Detroit Series 60 Turbo?

If you do not see the Series 60 part you are looking for, please use our quote request form or call us at 877.480.2120: our knowledgeable inside sales staff will gladly assist you. TURBOCHARGER – SERIES 60 12.7L (TMF5101) TURBOCHARGER – SERIES 60 11.1L (TV4502)

Is it a VPOD or a turbo in a Detroit 14L?

If at 700-800, it will be a vpod and possibly a turbo. We change them out all the time. We change both just to be safe. Both if not one, will fail eventually. Pay upfront or pay double with roadside. Jansito Thanks this. 1.Vpod changed. Same thing. 2.Crank, Camshaft sensors changed. 3. All sensors on intake manifold changed.

Why does my Detroit 14L Turbo sound like a jet engine?

Just replaced the EGR valve I though that was a problem. But did not solve it, went out for a test run bobtail. Same thing, cutting in and out. The truck idles fine. Sounds like a jet engine. The actuator does not move up or down on idle. Its steady. When you start the motor and there is no air in the system.

What kind of truck is the 2007 Freightliner Columbia?

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What kind of engine does a Detroit Series 60 have?

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How much does a Freightliner Columbia glider cost?

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What kind of truck is the 2007 Columbia?

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What’s the PSI on a Detroit 14L truck?

The truck boosts up to 25-28 psi then goes down to 0-5psi then boosts up to 25+ psi again. And it just keeps doing that all day. Back and forth back and forth. When the boost drops you cant hear the turbo, but you can hear this squeaking noise.

What kind of engine does a Freightliner Columbia have?

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Are there any problems with the Detroit Series 60?

This issue did not affect all pre-2002 Series 60 engines, but it was a problem that occurred and could cause catastrophic engine failure. As with most engines, it’s a good idea to keep an eye on your cooling system. Overheating is the cause of many major issues with diesel engines, so maintaining this system can help with many preventable issues.

What’s the difference between Detroit Diesel and Detroit Diesel Series 60?

Another obvious one, but as you can tell by the names, the engine displacement (the amount of air your pistons can pull in, combined) changed significantly between the two versions. It’s often measure in liters, and this number directly relates to the power output of your engine, with a higher displacement often meaning more power.

How to contact Detroit 60 series Glider Kits?

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Is the Detroit Series 60 14.0 engine for sale?

(GOOD USED) 2008 Detroit Series 60 14.0L Diesel Engine For Sale, 515HP @ 1800RPM, DDEC 6, Engine Family 8DDXH14.0ELD, Emissions: EGR, DPF Model, Engine Serial# 06R1007716, Stock# 1959 Engine is… See More Details

How big is a 14L Detroit Diesel engine?

This increase in size to many of its components led to performance increases as well. The cylinder bore and stroke both increased on the 14L, from 5.12 in and 6.30 in on the 12.7 to 5.24 in and 6.62 in on the 14L.

What kind of electronic control system does Detroit Diesel use?

This was thanks in large part to the larger crankshaft installed in the 14L. The Detroit Diesel Electronic Control system (DDEC) is the revolutionary electronic controls found in the Series 60 engines. These have gone through multiple versions, and different ones can be found on the both the 12.7L and 14L.

Where is the linkage on a Detroit Freightliner?

The linkage is on the exhaust side of the turbo, it moves up and down with the actuator. If you see black soot around the shaft, if you can move it in and out. What is bad about high mileage EGR Detroits is when they rack up the miles, the EGR components start going out.

Why is my Freightliner classic XL losing power?

Next is the VNT actuator. This controls the boost. These leak, but usually if they are bad enough, you can hear it, and it won’t build much boost. If the Veins stick closed, the boost will be uncontrollable, and the engine will DERATE and throw THESE faults.

Why is the series 60 Detroit Diesel engine still running?

In a bid to save fuel, the engineers at Detroit designed the 60 to idle at very low speed. However, it took Detroit about 10 years to realize that the engine’s idle speed was not fast enough to operate the oil pump. As such, many older (pre-1997) engines have had lower engine bearings replaced more than once due to oil starvation.