Just finished up a few things at school this week. Ended up off work after having the pin removed from my finger. Starting to heal up and gain some motion again. 5 degrees of movement in that joint. Therapist figures about a month before I have close to full range of motion in that hand again. What an interesting learning experience this has been... I think I'll avoid breaking any more bones in the future.
On to International's training now!
Week: 30
Total: 480
Monday, June 23, 2014
Monday, June 16, 2014
SPQ2014
Did a relative compression test on the International
Found the code on the 6.7 with IDS... That was a learning curve. Ford needs to update their software to the 21st century. Got a bit frustrated with it for a while.
Used the Modis on the Dodge to cycle the wipers and horn.
Fuel rated synflex hose because OE parts are what we do.
Learned a bit about Isuzu sensor wiring... Still haven't figured out why they need 4 ECT sensors to run a '94 model year engine. Wire harness chaffed on a clamp and the truck wouldn't idle right and gauges started doing odd things.
Week: 50
Total: 450
Found the code on the 6.7 with IDS... That was a learning curve. Ford needs to update their software to the 21st century. Got a bit frustrated with it for a while.
Used the Modis on the Dodge to cycle the wipers and horn.
Fuel rated synflex hose because OE parts are what we do.
Learned a bit about Isuzu sensor wiring... Still haven't figured out why they need 4 ECT sensors to run a '94 model year engine. Wire harness chaffed on a clamp and the truck wouldn't idle right and gauges started doing odd things.
Week: 50
Total: 450
Monday, June 9, 2014
SPQ2014
Had a little re-wiring project on Saturday... 8 hours to re-wire the rear of the trailer and fix a broken wire in the front wall of the trailer. New everything from the cord back. Used Tectran shielded wire for everything and marine grade sealed splices. Sorry for the poor quality pictures.
I've been learning how the parts department works lately. Stocking shelves, labeling parts, did MSDS sheets for a few days. I filled in for the service writer on Friday also. That was interesting... I've decided that I'm not the best at understanding accents.
More ThermoKing APU work...
They're using an Ingersoll branded Yanmar engine which has a tendency to smoke when not serviced regularly as I found out when I ran one with the shop doors closed.
Went and helped my dad out for a bit and fought with the GPS. The line would drift a few inches in the time it took to get out and check the gearbox temps on the rototiller. Decided that the treeline was messing with the GPS signal.
Week: 50
Total: 400
I've been learning how the parts department works lately. Stocking shelves, labeling parts, did MSDS sheets for a few days. I filled in for the service writer on Friday also. That was interesting... I've decided that I'm not the best at understanding accents.
More ThermoKing APU work...
They're using an Ingersoll branded Yanmar engine which has a tendency to smoke when not serviced regularly as I found out when I ran one with the shop doors closed.
Went and helped my dad out for a bit and fought with the GPS. The line would drift a few inches in the time it took to get out and check the gearbox temps on the rototiller. Decided that the treeline was messing with the GPS signal.
Doing a fan test on a MaxxForce. Pulse width control is great when it works! I've learned that dust does not agree with these Horton fan clutches.
Week: 50
Total: 400
Monday, June 2, 2014
SPQ2014
We finished the measurements on the CAT 3176 this week. Learned about cylinder pack replacement rather than having a tech install the piston/rod in the liner. Truth be told I like the idea.
The motor's manual does not give a lot of specs as we found out.
Checking wrist pin and rocker for wear.
Removing valves to check the face and seat for wear.
Torquing the head bolts and setting valves.
I've had a few engines apart before but never one good enough to put back together so setting the valves etc... was new to me. Everything before I've pulled a piston and decided the engine was scrap metal. It's always been a visible failure without needing to go as far as checking clearances.
This is a coolant temperature circuit.
Week: 60
Total: 350
The motor's manual does not give a lot of specs as we found out.
Checking wrist pin and rocker for wear.
Removing valves to check the face and seat for wear.
Torquing the head bolts and setting valves.
I've had a few engines apart before but never one good enough to put back together so setting the valves etc... was new to me. Everything before I've pulled a piston and decided the engine was scrap metal. It's always been a visible failure without needing to go as far as checking clearances.
This is a coolant temperature circuit.
Week: 60
Total: 350
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