timing IP, which tool is better?
timing IP, which tool is better?
the RIV is easy to use - hook it up to the battery and plug the socket into the port on the IP (I think it has to be a late model 617 MW IP).
set the crank shaft to where you want it.
loosen the IP and injector lines
rotate the IP slowly and watch the LED's.
they'll blip when the IP passes through the correct rotation point.
tighten the IP and injector lines
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'84 G-Wagen turbodiesel
'75 240D 4-Speed
I used both recently. I much preferred the RIV tool (one that screws into the side). It gives you unambiguous results and is really accurate but it's also very expensive (over $500) compared to a drip tube made from a surplus injector line ($0).
the RIV is easy to use - hook it up to the battery and plug the socket into the port on the IP (I think it has to be a late model 617 MW IP).
set the crank shaft to where you want it.
loosen the IP and injector lines
rotate the IP slowly and watch the LED's.
they'll blip when the IP passes through the correct rotation point.
tighten the IP and injector lines
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'84 G-Wagen turbodiesel
'75 240D 4-Speed
(03-12-2010, 02:28 AM)Syncro_G I used both recently. I much preferred the RIV tool (one that screws into the side). It gives you unambiguous results and is really accurate but it's also very expensive (over $500) compared to a drip tube made from a surplus injector line ($0).
the RIV is easy to use - hook it up to the battery and plug the socket into the port on the IP (I think it has to be a late model 617 MW IP).
set the crank shaft to where you want it.
loosen the IP and injector lines
rotate the IP slowly and watch the LED's.
they'll blip when the IP passes through the correct rotation point.
tighten the IP and injector lines
What does this tool do then?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayIS...gory=43998
(03-12-2010, 02:28 AM)Syncro_G I used both recently. I much preferred the RIV tool (one that screws into the side). It gives you unambiguous results and is really accurate but it's also very expensive (over $500) compared to a drip tube made from a surplus injector line ($0).
the RIV is easy to use - hook it up to the battery and plug the socket into the port on the IP (I think it has to be a late model 617 MW IP).
set the crank shaft to where you want it.
loosen the IP and injector lines
rotate the IP slowly and watch the LED's.
they'll blip when the IP passes through the correct rotation point.
tighten the IP and injector lines
What does this tool do then?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayIS...gory=43998
ForcedInduction
03-12-2010, 07:29 AM
#4
Locks the pump cam in place so it doesn't rotate during installation.
(03-12-2010, 07:29 AM)ForcedInduction Locks the pump cam in place so it doesn't rotate during installation.
I've seen that before. I've been wondering if anyone has been using it as a timing tool. Seems like it could if...
1. set desired crank position
2. loosen IP and remove injector lines
3. wiggle the IP and set the lock pin
4. re-assemble
The RIV tool is sweet though.
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'84 G-Wagen turbodiesel
'75 240D 4-Speed
(03-12-2010, 07:29 AM)ForcedInduction Locks the pump cam in place so it doesn't rotate during installation.
I've seen that before. I've been wondering if anyone has been using it as a timing tool. Seems like it could if...
1. set desired crank position
2. loosen IP and remove injector lines
3. wiggle the IP and set the lock pin
4. re-assemble
The RIV tool is sweet though.
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'84 G-Wagen turbodiesel
'75 240D 4-Speed
![[Image: IP__RIV_tool.jpg]](http://www.w124performance.com/images/tools/IP__RIV_tool.jpg)
Samilitant
08-15-2010, 09:00 PM #8Since this is a "use once every 25 years" kind of tool, wouldn't someone offer a rental service? Something like $250 shipped and when you return it within 30 days you're refunded $210 or something. Just a thought.
1987 300D Sturmmachine
1991 300D Nearly Perfect
1985 300D Weekend/Camping/Dog car
1974 L508D Motoroam Monarch "NightMare"
OBK #42
Just open the RIV port and use a dental mirror to get the tang in the middle. Of course this only works with newer (RIV capable) MW pumps and IIRC all M pumps. According to Dave (iirc) this is quite doable.
1987 300D Sturmmachine
1991 300D Nearly Perfect
1985 300D Weekend/Camping/Dog car
1974 L508D Motoroam Monarch "NightMare"
OBK #42
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