How To Perform A C15 Overhead Valve Adjust. CAT Complete Overhead And Valve Adjustment.

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This video goes into detail about how to do a complete C15 or 3406 Valve Adjustment Overhead . Includes the Valves, Injector Height, and Jake adjustments. IVAs and VVA adjustment are also discussed. The proper way to pin the engine and what sequence are all shown in this video. Comments and questions can be left in the comments section. Did this video help you save time or money? @AdeptApe on Venmo or AdeptApe@yahoo.com on PayPal for donations, thank you so much for supporting the channel!

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@johnnyohness 7 жыл бұрын

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@AdeptApe 7 жыл бұрын

+johnnyohness Thank you, I'm surprised how many people that don't own these engines watch videos about them. Thanks for watching them.

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@prevost8686 4 жыл бұрын

I don’t even own a Cat. I own a Series 60 but I do appreciate the time & effort that goes into making these videos. Thanks again.

@railfan8895 5 жыл бұрын

I loved doing ‘06E/C15 tune ups for side work. So quick and easy. 30-45 minutes of work, $150 cash in the pocket.

@2010panel 7 жыл бұрын

Great job on all your posts

@wakeup6910 4 жыл бұрын

One important point you forgot to mention is "cold settings", meaning run the overhead when the engine is completely cool, room temperature, not after you ran all day and want to get it done so you can have the weekend off,, you know what I mean,, Thanks for all the great videos, people would save a lot of money by subscribing to your channel, and if a tool cost a hundred dollars just buy it,, you'll pay more than that to pay somebody to do the job and you have the tool forever, that's a no-brainer to me Thanks again, you saved me thousands with all the information you give out

@arthurcitron9774 4 ай бұрын

Spot on!👊🏻🇺🇸

@tonyaharp2481 7 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate it. and I'll definitely B messaging you again with the results thanks again!

@richardlycawolph4628 7 жыл бұрын

very informative, thank you, I appreciate the information greatly,

@carloscuevas7228 2 жыл бұрын

Your knowledge and dedication to great instruction is highly appreciated, I have never encountered another master mechanic with your ability to teach. Thank you 👍🏻

@apesresolvevideos 10 ай бұрын

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@SteveRobReviews 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome vid, I don't work on diesels just run them. Nice to get a better understanding on how they work. Cheers

@AdeptApe 7 жыл бұрын

+STEVE ROB Thank you very much.

@bofa1330 7 жыл бұрын

As a mechanic knowing how something works is the key. Steve you might have mechanic in your blood lol .

@SteveRobReviews 7 жыл бұрын

Billy Adams Haha well I have a good understanding of gas engines but diesel has always interested me , I have 3 diesels and they never break. My farm tractor might break down one day and I like to have a clue what I'm doing. 30 years at GM building trucks just don't cut it. LOL

@titoash6418 4 жыл бұрын

Had to do this today at school and ur video helped alot thank u 💪🏾

@geraldalforte1154 3 жыл бұрын

I Armando Rabino Academia student I focus to watch video to adjust a Valve clearance, and Injectors very quick and carefully. This time another more income in my knowledge and additional my per sonal, experience in this day. Thank you.

@jcjc2593 5 жыл бұрын

I did the overhead adjust on my 3406E thanks to this video... You are awesome I watch every single video u post... Here in Costa Rica is too expensive and hard to find good CAT mechanics...

@terrystark2433 5 жыл бұрын

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@brianbalubal6459 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your Good Information im really appreciated to teach our mechanics im watching from Saudi Arabia and God Bless you

@johnwood7650 Жыл бұрын

Hey Josh, thanks for all the info. I just had my overhead run by a mechanic. I trust him, but there is a slight vibration now. I think im going to run it myself. I have less experience but I care more. This video is very thorough and I feel confident. Thanks again.

@charleshawks9424 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I performed my overhead last weekend. Big improvement in performance, it had been a while.

@brankendall Жыл бұрын

I’m doing mine this weekend. It’ll be a first time for me.

@jamesevans3188 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video. It was very clear. I appreciate it.

@mechfly8960 6 жыл бұрын

thanks for your great teaching of this technical work,i did my overhead on my 3406e thanks to you.

@AdeptApe 6 жыл бұрын

+Filemon Nunez Thanks for watching.

@galinatsozik6629 2 жыл бұрын

Thank's for your job, you make for many people life easier.

@jshakeel7353 6 жыл бұрын

Great knowledge give us by you boss more thankful ur every word

@jonathanchacon6709 5 жыл бұрын

I did the overhead on my truck 3406e 1lw by my own by watching your video... it went good I think... it was a year ago

@Rundown74 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the much needed information

@AdeptApe 7 жыл бұрын

+Fred Fabian You are welcome sir.

@arnypalmys8408 6 жыл бұрын

Amazing video. Keep an coming

@paulbaker2546 Жыл бұрын

Wow. This is the best. Made it so even a newbie can figure it out.

@frankdaiii6403 7 ай бұрын

About to install a new head on a MXS C15. I have the CAT Service Manual, but you are the "CAT Man" in my book and it's great to have you as a resource! Thanks a ton for your channel! (and thanks for the IVA info at the end there)

@AdeptApe 7 ай бұрын

Glad you like the videos and information.

@tkalmi09 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for ur great informational vids

@jerrypeters4627 4 ай бұрын

Thanks, gave me the confidence to do the adjustment on my NXS. Please keep making these great videos.

@AdeptApe 4 ай бұрын

Thanks Jerry, really appreciate. You can always email me at AdeptApe@yahoo.com as well. Have a great day.

@rohanmkshaw5882 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this video im learning alot from u keep up the good work thamks again

@Thomas-qh3vj 7 жыл бұрын

thanks for the reply and I'll try that thank you

@jesusbenitez1545 6 жыл бұрын

Tanks for the info... your the best

@umarshaikh8637 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks and keep up. doing good job.

@chrisbelcher5320 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, great info if someone knows what there looking for!

@shermuhammed5564 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the explanation on this. I'd also like to have the same information on a 4 cylinder if possible

@mohamedlaminedoumbouya7936 Ай бұрын

Good demonstration. Thanks you for your presentation

@eg3928 6 жыл бұрын

Just bought my first truck, Pete with a 6nz, two weeks later had an injector go. I've got a good bit of mechanical knowledge but your videos helped me keep the truck on the road. Appreciate you sharing the specs and procedures!

@AdeptApe 6 жыл бұрын

+Edward Gorsegner Glad the videos helped. Thanks for watching.

@aguiamiour9651 7 жыл бұрын

one of the best tutorials

@AdeptApe 7 жыл бұрын

+Agui Amiour Thank you.

@joellagpacan9340 7 жыл бұрын

Another great video. I ve been waiting on this topic too. I did my overhead adjustments on my 2WS but it seems to have been running rough lately. I ll follow your technique in doing the overhead this time. Thanks again for your videos and will contribute to you making more videos.

@AdeptApe 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. A 2WS should be very similar as the engine in this video. Hope you have success. Inspect your camshaft too while you have the valve covers off if you have a rough running engine.

@Alex0992 3 жыл бұрын

@@AdeptApe How often should this be done?

@joeyduffield2684 2 жыл бұрын

@@Alex0992 I was told that a valve set should be done at least every 1200 engine hours My company truck is a 6nz c15

@spoolinsvt6489 10 ай бұрын

@@AdeptApe Hey Adept. I am here in Washington somewhat close to you. I have a 06 379 with the compound turbo set up c15. Boost has been low 30-32 and today wouldnt get over 25 psi. It is suppose to be set to a 550hp. My father has had the truck for 9 years now and the overhead has not been done. Can that be causing these issues?

@rafmarine7582 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much sir ape for your information.. About overhead adjustment.... God blezz to your family...

@elmaestroramirez7106 5 ай бұрын

What a great video!!

@laynenewswanger1310 Жыл бұрын

To a mechanically inclined person like myself, this video was way over explained 😂 but you did a great job of explaining it to a first time mechanic 👍👏👏

@roryderbyshire4630 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Thanks

@EPAGHGDDEXPERTjohnnyboy 6 жыл бұрын

perfect thank you

@user-hk5ji5ws9d 3 жыл бұрын

You The Man( Awesome Cool Video)

@willevans1545 7 жыл бұрын

excellent info

@badbob666 5 жыл бұрын

I had a friend of mine make me a barring tool for turning the flywheel it works quite well, and all it cost me was the steel.

@jeffreytampus2638 5 жыл бұрын

Tnx you my friend for your video

@mojo2131 2 жыл бұрын

Great job.

@marwenmtar6078 4 жыл бұрын

Good. And thanks for th informations

@slowtunes5257 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Legend!

@mdbadalmiah6808 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir

@2010panel 7 жыл бұрын

Great thanks

@user-mz5dd8lp9e 11 ай бұрын

Thank you！

@gilberto797 5 жыл бұрын

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@charlesjames7935 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome video.

@AdeptApe 7 жыл бұрын

+Charles James Thank you.

@nashwanbashrahil5652 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@pedroalfonso3081 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much very practical for me that video I need to know the bolts torque to valve cover base for C15 MXS

@ramimsatat7261 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you malem

@MegaRexxTrucks 2 жыл бұрын

Good job on the video...

@geraldalforte1154 3 жыл бұрын

I Armando Rabino Automotive Mechanic Student of TESDA I focus to watch the video. How to adjust valve clearance and Injectors clearance. I personal watch A video very carefully. My additional personal experience in in this day.

@kellykolnes1954 Жыл бұрын

Good video, my pinning hole was wobbled out, I asked a few guys about that and they figured someone started it with the pinning tool or bolt in it after the adjusted it, so I took the timing cover off because it could be off a tooth on either side, I always get the fun ones lol

@AdeptApe Жыл бұрын

That sucks, we had an apprentice so that a couple weeks ago. Luckily the bolt didn't break, it bent the pinning bolt into an S shape, but it came out with no damage to the engine.

@kellykolnes1954 Жыл бұрын

@@AdeptApe talk about getting lucky ! Oh the crazy things a guy runs into working on cars to trucks to heavy equipment. Things that make you go grrrr.

@sindhengineering5197 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks sir very appreciate

@valentincruz4702 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video my friend, God blessed you very much

@2010panel 7 жыл бұрын

Great thanks I was concerned about the wiring for the throttle,cruise dash panel etc. I plan of finding a used rv one

@AdeptApe 7 жыл бұрын

+2010panel The wiring for all the RV inputs run into your P1 connector going to the ECM, so it should connect right to the ECM. Some parameters might have to be programmed, but the wiring shouldn't change.

@gabbywan5487 Жыл бұрын

Its verry good explaination i really like it..

@BoostedK20Ek9 7 жыл бұрын

your very good help bro. Keep it up!!!

@BoostedK20Ek9 7 жыл бұрын

would this work for a c13 as well?

@AdeptApe 7 жыл бұрын

+anthony alvarez The principles are the same however on a C13 you need to check for what the Jake's and valve adjustment if I remember right the intake and exhaust are 15/25 and there is no injector height tool, you just take the adjuster until it contacts then 1/2 turn more, then set the locknut.

@dieselman8845 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video, as a fellow cat employee this really helped me out!

@dhillonsavee 7 жыл бұрын

Hats off , I watched the video and read comments, and found answer to my problem.. c-15 mxs oil pressure runs from 40 psi to 60 psi depending on RPM 1200 = 40 psi 190degree temp each 100 rpm increase 5 psi in oil pressure It's Kenworth 06. I need oil pump or something else , i ask CAT dealer at last service they said CAT has no set oil PSI could be anywhere 40 to 80 psi but when i found concept u showed main bearings then question is why my oil psi is changing according to RPMs and engine temp , NO Contamination oil sample is good.. please advise

@balajidangeti6314 7 жыл бұрын

exllent video

@christophergollihar5013 6 жыл бұрын

Wanting to do a valve adjustment on a 3208 in my rv... diesel pusher. Do I need to pin the fuel pump? And since engine is backwards, how do I find number 1 cylinder? Thanks for your help. . Chris

@benpoirier6145 4 жыл бұрын

I have a bxs that keeps sending the low oil pressure code I have replaced the iva and the updated plug for solenoid but still the same. Any more ideas. I dont see any leaks while engine is running and valve covers are off

@dhillonsavee 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your reply , yes I meant by overhead adjustments I just got is done at toromount Cat and I doubt they did not took 3rd cover out did not open the screws for one under breather air hose close to firewall., I am sure for that and if it had to open and i am going to talk with them, why

@diesel-gl4xj 7 жыл бұрын

good thanks.

@sokolitonii 3 жыл бұрын

thank you for these great videos started following you . i have a freightliner century. c15 mxs. 13 speed school me on why should we do this? also i have a cat shop in brownstown michigan. right where i park my truck and i been wanting to give them a shout. i have 840,000 miles. owned it since low 600,000 miles. replaced radiator, water pump, thermostat replaced. wear n tear items like shocks, tires brakes.

@MisTaKeN8272 5 жыл бұрын

I have a 92 3406c Peep engine. I would find it quite informative if you would include this engine in one of your videos. I find all your videos very informative. Thanks

@AmanuelChala 4 жыл бұрын

I had my jack leaking oil up ward so is that repaired or I have to change newer? Please reply. Thanks for your all Best video's

@coreysilva9106 5 жыл бұрын

Smart man

@toddgish 4 жыл бұрын

Adept Ape, on a C15 with VVA’s, going to make a timing pin. Is it a 5/16” bolt or 3/8” bolt and how long? See where some say the longer bolt from the barring tool plate is used. Do I need to cut the threads off as well? Thanks

@OscarFlores-gl8gn Жыл бұрын

Wow on the teaching

@aaronburrows44 2 жыл бұрын

Hey so I just installed a camshaft on a c-15 6nz … just wondering when I install my rocker shafts and injectors and set the clearances do I set it for compression stroke on #1 when my camshaft gear is lined up with the timing mark ??

@TheFisnikbojku 7 жыл бұрын

thnx

@jaimegarcia4435 7 жыл бұрын

Yes and thanks for the help.I'm struggling to remove that base cause of the Iva's housing it's completely loose oil bridges and oil supply line just can't pull it out and I don't want to remove Iva's housing because I read some where I can loose the rods on the iva's falling into the engine.any advice?

@AdeptApe 7 жыл бұрын

+Jaime Garcia Well if you have the oil line and bridges off it should come off. Maybe a dumb question, but have you disconnected the injector wiring from the injectors? The IVA housings are fairly easy to remove, there are no little rods in the housings just a bolt and six nuts. They may be referring to the solenoid Torx bolts, but you don't have to remove them to get the housings off. Maybe just pull the housing off for cylinders 1&2 to make it clear. Wish I was there to help out.

@hectorlopez2450 6 жыл бұрын

really nice video real good info i was scrolling thru videos and adept ape came out and so far im really liking your content real good videos i was wondering if you had one where you show how to set the back lash on the cam timing gear and the idler gear? thanks hope to hear back from you

@AdeptApe 6 жыл бұрын

+Hector Lopez It will be getting made, most likely on the next C15 rebuild.

@jorgbrocker8 7 жыл бұрын

thanks. Can you please give me some advise with a 3508 B-DITA-SCAC (760KW) regarding valve and injector adjustment which one I can adjust after pin the engine in TDC Cyl.1 and after pin when turning 360 degrees Cyl.8? Best regards and thanks in advance for your support.

@EricWrenchMotors 5 ай бұрын

I have injector height tool, but find it more accurate to put injector at full downward plunge then adjust injector needle to bottom out and back off 3/4 turn, on detroit 60. I do this because I'm concerned about differences in the block and compression of the bottom graphite gasket carbon sealer, and injectors

@aiymankhan7222 6 жыл бұрын

Hi adept ape small question does the overhead needs complete adjustment after replacement of my head including the injectors as the mechanic is only adjusting the valves and says injectors don't need to be adjusted as they have not been replaced what do you say?

@truckdrivert5701 5 жыл бұрын

What oil temperature should a 3406 or C15 read ? I changed from analog to digital and the digital and its showing a higher temperature

@markpowers7699 3 жыл бұрын

Any significant difference to doing an overhead adjustment on a C13? Our 2006 Country Coach Intrigue motorhome has a C13 w/120,000 miles. Wondering if we should do an overhead?

@cristianpedroza7452 6 жыл бұрын

hi bro I have a question i going to put a new camshaft on my c15 but freightliner give me a different # that what I got my # is 139-0538 and they give me a 3327307 they said is those two # are for the same motor . what you thing?

@Exposeonli9 7 жыл бұрын

bro plz tell me is we adjust f8 teppet ? in mazda petrol engine

@kalamansari3637 6 жыл бұрын

I like your video very good I need explain for this firing oder 142635 please

@TARANS012 6 жыл бұрын

What about adjusting on SDP engines ?

@rbstephenson4338 6 жыл бұрын

Haha, my CAT 15 is a Flathead, 1930. Rbs Alaska

@joekavanaugh5988 2 жыл бұрын

I know this is probably a stupid question but... do you back the Jake’s and IVA’s off before you do your intake and exhaust? And if so... how much? 🤔 I heard that you can damage the piston in the IVA’s by going too far in either direction. I own an NXS

@jordanc1910 3 жыл бұрын

I've got a major problem. When I'm at #1 tdc theyre lose on #1 and #6 then I rotate 360 im in the same possition... they're still both lose on #1 and #6

@VitaliyTSAT 7 жыл бұрын

hi, I drove my truck today after tune up, had my truck idling for about 20 minutes, when for a test drive it's the truck sputtering and little poofs of black smoke come out from stacks. looks like turbo wants to spool up but not enough fuel, after drove the truck for about 30 minutes the hesitation went away. so my question is it running to lean or to rich on injectors? when does injector give more fuel when you set the height lower, or when you set the height higher then 78mm?

@AdeptApe 7 жыл бұрын

+Vitaliy TSAT Black smoke means it is running rich, but it is probably due to a fuel pressure issue or a bad injector. The injectors don't really flow more if the height is off, they just build pressure at the wrong part of the camshaft rotation and could cause the Injectors to not fire correctly.

@javierdomenech8221 2 ай бұрын

Great video I'm rebuilding the head of my 2010 Volvo d11 maybe you could help I need the cam torque specs my other is on the cam balancer it won't let me adjusted to gap 10 with a filler gauge thanks

@mrfree3972 7 жыл бұрын

Hello, fantastic instruction! I have a q in regards to jake adj. I am in he process of an inframe on my 3406E 5ek. I have a factory manual and read the adj for 340A jake. The manual mentions the same adj you post but then mentions tightening the adjuster another full turn to bleed oil?? Then backing off to reset the adjuster? What type of paint stick are you using for your "torque stripe"? Thank you!!

@AdeptApe 7 жыл бұрын

+Matthew Frederick You can bleed the fluid by going past the initial setting. You basically just go past to purge the oil then set it to the specification. The paint pen is a Brite-Mark and they make them in a ton of different colors.

@heathzerger7746 26 күн бұрын

I found the injector height tool and the turning tool on Amazon. 24 bucks and it came with both tools

@GearsMcCoy 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for a Great Video!., In my case I am looking at a 300,000 mile overhead re-set to be done after a engine rebuild., but is't there a inspection done on all the overhead springs before starting the task of performing the overhead?., Also in my case I have weak jakes on my MBN C-15 and frankly not sure if it's an adjustment issue or a broken jake spring?.,

@abcdefgWakaWaka 2 жыл бұрын

Hey man got a question. What does it mean If one of the valves is loose on the compression stroke that you DONT adjust that one valve. If that doesn't make sense I can re phrase