Timing of the IP
Timing of the IP
Howdy,
Since I am somewhat home bound for at least another week, I want to to get a definitive lock down of information and the process to correctly set the IP on the OM617.9XX engine. Having more years behind me versus in front of me, I remember the good old days when one could just turn the distributor on a gas engine and "time" it by ear. Heck, I remember setting points and even cars with a postive ground system, e.g., my old beloved Packard.
So, any one out there on a step by step, EZ PROCESS on the timing? I am wondering if it's like adjusting the valves. Once you get the trick down of turning the bottom nut to the front of the engine and then the top nut the same direction, one can breeze thru the process in about 30 minutes. The first time I did it, it took about 3 hours and I was royally frustrated and PO'd. Now, it's simple and fun, like injectors for me. I can change all the fluids, all the filters, do the injectors and the valves like a pro, even with my own tricks and shortcuts. BUT, and BUT ... timing and making sure the injection pump is on the money ... ANOTHER MYSTERY TO ME.
I solicited Goran to make a Video -- so, PLEASE pester him to make one if that is an option.
ANYONE OUT THERE ???
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
It's really really easy-just go slow.
If everything is catty wompus make sure the crank is at 24*, the cam is at the timing marks (with on the #1 upstroke), and the IP is set to either to the marks straight on (or off by a little bit-there was a bad batch).
Once that's close, remove the DVs, and install your drip tube. rotate towards and back from the engine, with the 3 nuts snug to the block. It takes some wiggling to get it to properly drip.
Got it first time on my engine, set to 26*
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
BINGO AND X 1,000
yes, it is that difficult
I guess maybe it's not but it took me like 10 or 12 shots at it before i got it. If you think about it that cam has like 50 teeth on it so what are the chances that you hit the right one. I mean you try and get it on the right one but what could happen?
1. you miss by about 180 degrees
2. you miss by 1 or 2 teeth either way.
You're supposed to turn the crankshaft till it is set at the 24BTDC and then also check to see that the front most cams have their lobes pointy end more toward the sky than the earth.
I guess the camshaft turns 2 times per 1 turn of the crank.
There are many threads on the topic. Best of luck and keep us posted.
I got Ryan's info. So, please shoot me an email too since I am still not 100% comfortable doing it
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
make a witness mark before you do anything, then:
Set the motor to the desired timing (around 26?)
Pull the DVs, install the drip tube (bought or made)on injector #1 and slightly loosen the
IP mounting bolts.
Hand pump it and rotate the IP until you get regular 1second drips. Finding the sweet spot is a whore, it will go pull pour, then nothing, and you will have one hell of a time doing it the first time. having the mounting bolts snug makes a big difference in keeping everything still.
Don't be a wimp, tear it up!
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
Hey,
Thanks ! I just sent you a PM.
hey mark, these cars are very forgiving, follow the instructions to the 't' and you'll be all set!, make sure your chain isn't stretched, hell you can even facetime one of us if you wish...
VERY Forgiving ... LOL.
Let me show you some pictures of my exhaust manifold that I just "cured" with the VHT paint. It looks like a damm burnt hotdog. That ruined my Saturday.
Right now, I'm in the dumps ... poop. LOL. Cannot even cook an exhaust manifold with controlled heat. I hate the re-do.
(12-10-2012, 07:27 AM)Greazzer VERY Forgiving ... LOL.
Let me show you some pictures of my exhaust manifold that I just "cured" with the VHT paint. It looks like a damm burnt hotdog. That ruined my Saturday.
Right now, I'm in the dumps ... poop. LOL. Cannot even cook an exhaust manifold with controlled heat. I hate the re-do.
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
(12-10-2012, 07:27 AM)Greazzer VERY Forgiving ... LOL.
Let me show you some pictures of my exhaust manifold that I just "cured" with the VHT paint. It looks like a damm burnt hotdog. That ruined my Saturday.
Right now, I'm in the dumps ... poop. LOL. Cannot even cook an exhaust manifold with controlled heat. I hate the re-do.
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
I've set the timing successfully many times on the IP. What I'm having problems with is getting the IP installed so 24 degrees is in the adjustment range. After installing and reinstalling the IP at least 30 times I've got as close as 20 degrees BTDC with the IP rotated to max advance.
Here's what I am doing.
- Making sure the mark on the IP drive gear lines up with the mark on the IP housing. (this is not one of the pumps were the mark is off by a couple teeth)
- Setting the engine to 24 degrees BTDC. Cylinder 1 exhaust cam lobe is pointing up and to the right.
- Slide IP into place and check timing.
There are two locations the pump will slide in. One will give an adjustment range of approximately 20 BTDC to TDC. The other is approximately 10 BTDC to 10 ATDC.
Any ideas on what is going on?
(12-10-2012, 09:48 AM)Torkey I've set the timing successfully many times on the IP. What I'm having problems with is getting the IP installed so 24 degrees is in the adjustment range. After installing and reinstalling the IP at least 30 times I've got as close as 20 degrees BTDC with the IP rotated to max advance.
Here's what I am doing.
- Making sure the mark on the IP drive gear lines up with the mark on the IP housing. (this is not one of the pumps were the mark is off by a couple teeth)
- Setting the engine to 24 degrees BTDC. Cylinder 1 exhaust cam lobe is pointing up and to the right.
- Slide IP into place and check timing.
There are two locations the pump will slide in. One will give an adjustment range of approximately 20 BTDC to TDC. The other is approximately 10 BTDC to 10 ATDC.
Any ideas on what is going on?
(12-10-2012, 09:48 AM)Torkey I've set the timing successfully many times on the IP. What I'm having problems with is getting the IP installed so 24 degrees is in the adjustment range. After installing and reinstalling the IP at least 30 times I've got as close as 20 degrees BTDC with the IP rotated to max advance.
Here's what I am doing.
- Making sure the mark on the IP drive gear lines up with the mark on the IP housing. (this is not one of the pumps were the mark is off by a couple teeth)
- Setting the engine to 24 degrees BTDC. Cylinder 1 exhaust cam lobe is pointing up and to the right.
- Slide IP into place and check timing.
There are two locations the pump will slide in. One will give an adjustment range of approximately 20 BTDC to TDC. The other is approximately 10 BTDC to 10 ATDC.
Any ideas on what is going on?
(12-10-2012, 12:11 PM)OM616 That is why I like the dial indicator, I can tell if the IP cam jumps.
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
(12-10-2012, 12:11 PM)OM616 That is why I like the dial indicator, I can tell if the IP cam jumps.
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
(12-10-2012, 12:11 PM)OM616 Probibly chain stretch.I think you are onto something here.
Have you tried to put the engine at say around 26 degrees? Sounds like with the engine at 24 the installation is retarded, so the engine needs to be set a touch advanced to put your adjustment range in range.
Either that or advance the IP cam a tooth then install @ 24 degrees and see where you are at.
That is why I like the dial indicator, I can tell if the IP cam jumps.
(12-10-2012, 12:11 PM)OM616 Probibly chain stretch.I think you are onto something here.
Have you tried to put the engine at say around 26 degrees? Sounds like with the engine at 24 the installation is retarded, so the engine needs to be set a touch advanced to put your adjustment range in range.
Either that or advance the IP cam a tooth then install @ 24 degrees and see where you are at.
That is why I like the dial indicator, I can tell if the IP cam jumps.
Hey IP timing guru's --
Maybe I am missing the boat on this altoghether.
Is setting the timing truely mechanical such as adjusting the injectors or the valves, et cet. That is, all one needs are the correct tools, procedures, and the spec's ? Or, is this more a matter of art and Kentucky windage ?
I thought it would be simple and straight forward and just a matter of setting it to the spec ?
Very confused right now ! Poop
(12-10-2012, 05:07 PM)Greazzer Hey IP timing guru's --
Maybe I am missing the boat on this altoghether.
Is setting the timing truely mechanical such as adjusting the injectors or the valves, et cet. That is, all one needs are the correct tools, procedures, and the spec's ? Or, is this more a matter of art and Kentucky windage ?
I thought it would be simple and straight forward and just a matter of setting it to the spec ?
Very confused right now ! Poop
(12-10-2012, 01:52 PM)Simpler=Better I've heard of drip timing, and looking for the locking tooth, is this another mysterious method?
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(12-10-2012, 05:07 PM)Greazzer Hey IP timing guru's --
Maybe I am missing the boat on this altoghether.
Is setting the timing truely mechanical such as adjusting the injectors or the valves, et cet. That is, all one needs are the correct tools, procedures, and the spec's ? Or, is this more a matter of art and Kentucky windage ?
I thought it would be simple and straight forward and just a matter of setting it to the spec ?
Very confused right now ! Poop
(12-10-2012, 01:52 PM)Simpler=Better I've heard of drip timing, and looking for the locking tooth, is this another mysterious method?
(12-10-2012, 05:07 PM)Greazzer Is setting the timing truely mechanical such as adjusting the injectors or the valves, et cet. That is, all one needs are the correct tools, procedures, and the spec's ? Or, is this more a matter of art and Kentucky windage ?
I thought it would be simple and straight forward and just a matter of setting it to the spec ?
(12-10-2012, 05:07 PM)Greazzer Is setting the timing truely mechanical such as adjusting the injectors or the valves, et cet. That is, all one needs are the correct tools, procedures, and the spec's ? Or, is this more a matter of art and Kentucky windage ?
I thought it would be simple and straight forward and just a matter of setting it to the spec ?
Volker --
What the hell is that contraption ? Where does one buy one ? Would that tool work for setting any sort of timing for any OM617.9XX engine ?
(12-11-2012, 09:51 AM)Greazzer Volker --
What the hell is that contraption ? Where does one buy one ? Would that tool work for setting any sort of timing for any OM617.9XX engine ?
(12-11-2012, 09:51 AM)Greazzer Volker --
What the hell is that contraption ? Where does one buy one ? Would that tool work for setting any sort of timing for any OM617.9XX engine ?
(12-11-2012, 12:39 PM)Volker407(12-11-2012, 09:51 AM)Greazzer Volker --
What the hell is that contraption ? Where does one buy one ? Would that tool work for setting any sort of timing for any OM617.9XX engine ?
It´s a timing pistol for old diesel engines like I said before. Suitable for any OM616/617/603/606 engine. You put a sensor clamp on the outside of injection line #1, let the engine idle and adjust the gun until the TDC marker on the block is aligning the 0° marker on the crankshaft in the strobe.
Then the gun shows you the real "begin of injection" in degrees with all the influence of the complete injection system. Pretty easy and you don´t have to mess with fuel drip stuff and so on.
The only problem is the price, the cheapest ones I have seen start at 950 Euros.
ebay.com (# 281031578952) has an older Version for sale at the moment, but still expensive
Gruß
Volker
(12-11-2012, 12:39 PM)Volker407(12-11-2012, 09:51 AM)Greazzer Volker --
What the hell is that contraption ? Where does one buy one ? Would that tool work for setting any sort of timing for any OM617.9XX engine ?
It´s a timing pistol for old diesel engines like I said before. Suitable for any OM616/617/603/606 engine. You put a sensor clamp on the outside of injection line #1, let the engine idle and adjust the gun until the TDC marker on the block is aligning the 0° marker on the crankshaft in the strobe.
Then the gun shows you the real "begin of injection" in degrees with all the influence of the complete injection system. Pretty easy and you don´t have to mess with fuel drip stuff and so on.
The only problem is the price, the cheapest ones I have seen start at 950 Euros.
ebay.com (# 281031578952) has an older Version for sale at the moment, but still expensive
Gruß
Volker
(12-11-2012, 12:48 PM)OM616 Will it work at cranking speed? As in the engine will not start because timing is off too far?
(12-11-2012, 12:48 PM)OM616 Will it work at cranking speed? As in the engine will not start because timing is off too far?
(12-11-2012, 01:24 PM)Volker407(12-11-2012, 12:48 PM)OM616 Will it work at cranking speed? As in the engine will not start because timing is off too far?
Yes it would work at cranking speed, but the rpm has to stay steady otherwise the gun interrupts the measurement.
I need about 1 min to do a measurement but I believe your battery or your starter will surrender before.
But if your timing is off that far something must have gone very wrong
Gruß
Volker
(12-11-2012, 01:24 PM)Volker407(12-11-2012, 12:48 PM)OM616 Will it work at cranking speed? As in the engine will not start because timing is off too far?
Yes it would work at cranking speed, but the rpm has to stay steady otherwise the gun interrupts the measurement.
I need about 1 min to do a measurement but I believe your battery or your starter will surrender before.
But if your timing is off that far something must have gone very wrong
Gruß
Volker
(12-11-2012, 01:24 PM)Volker407(12-11-2012, 12:48 PM)OM616 Will it work at cranking speed? As in the engine will not start because timing is off too far?
Yes it would work at cranking speed, but the rpm has to stay steady otherwise the gun interrupts the measurement.
I need about 1 min to do a measurement but I believe your battery or your starter will surrender before.
But if your timing is off that far something must have gone very wrong
Gruß
Volker
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
(12-11-2012, 01:24 PM)Volker407(12-11-2012, 12:48 PM)OM616 Will it work at cranking speed? As in the engine will not start because timing is off too far?
Yes it would work at cranking speed, but the rpm has to stay steady otherwise the gun interrupts the measurement.
I need about 1 min to do a measurement but I believe your battery or your starter will surrender before.
But if your timing is off that far something must have gone very wrong
Gruß
Volker
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
(12-11-2012, 01:32 PM)OM616 My question was aimed at some one installing a pump and trying to static time it. Once it is running, the timing can be fine tuned easily to the individual engine desires using this light.
Quote:So what you are saying is to install a pump and set it so the engine will start, the light may not work?As soon as the engine runs and idles the gun works. Due to the manual it works from 70°BTDC - 5°BTDC. But that is only valid for my model, not for the ebay one.
Quote:My understanding about using a timing light is that the timing reading is delayed to around 14 degrees BTDC, when the port closure is at 24 degrees, correct?No, there is a conversion table for every engine. If you use it my timing light displays the exact °BTDC.
(12-11-2012, 01:42 PM)Simpler=Better What if you removed the glow plugs from #2-5 and then cranked with the battery you ought to have enough to make an adjustment
(12-11-2012, 01:32 PM)OM616 My question was aimed at some one installing a pump and trying to static time it. Once it is running, the timing can be fine tuned easily to the individual engine desires using this light.
Quote:So what you are saying is to install a pump and set it so the engine will start, the light may not work?As soon as the engine runs and idles the gun works. Due to the manual it works from 70°BTDC - 5°BTDC. But that is only valid for my model, not for the ebay one.
Quote:My understanding about using a timing light is that the timing reading is delayed to around 14 degrees BTDC, when the port closure is at 24 degrees, correct?No, there is a conversion table for every engine. If you use it my timing light displays the exact °BTDC.
(12-11-2012, 01:42 PM)Simpler=Better What if you removed the glow plugs from #2-5 and then cranked with the battery you ought to have enough to make an adjustment
(12-11-2012, 02:01 PM)Volker407(12-11-2012, 01:32 PM)OM616 My question was aimed at some one installing a pump and trying to static time it. Once it is running, the timing can be fine tuned easily to the individual engine desires using this light.
I thought your question was if the timing gun will work when the engine is turned only by the starter. Was that your question?
Gruß
Volker
(12-11-2012, 02:01 PM)Volker407(12-11-2012, 01:32 PM)OM616 My question was aimed at some one installing a pump and trying to static time it. Once it is running, the timing can be fine tuned easily to the individual engine desires using this light.
I thought your question was if the timing gun will work when the engine is turned only by the starter. Was that your question?
Gruß
Volker
http://tinytach.com/
These guys make a little tach that uses a transducer off one of the injection lines. It seems like you could use a transducer like that and then use a timing light just like a gas engine correct?
I don´t know, the problem I see there is that a gas engine timing light uses the magnetic field signal from a ~10.000-20.000Volt ignition pulse and that signal will presumably be a little different from the 5Volt or 12Volt Signal the tinytach probably uses.
Try it out, maybe it works.
Gruß
Volker
Ebay has a Snap - On, buy # 121034558631. Would this work ?
(12-11-2012, 05:56 PM)Greazzer Ebay has a Snap - On, buy # 121034558631. Would this work ?
(12-11-2012, 05:56 PM)Greazzer Ebay has a Snap - On, buy # 121034558631. Would this work ?
Other than the one you listed here with the picture, what other models would work ? THANKS !
Holy butt I am more scared than ever to try this at home.
(12-12-2012, 03:06 PM)w123love Holy butt I am more scared than ever to try this at home.
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
(12-12-2012, 03:06 PM)w123love Holy butt I am more scared than ever to try this at home.
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
(12-12-2012, 03:40 PM)Simpler=Better(12-12-2012, 03:06 PM)w123love Holy butt I am more scared than ever to try this at home.
They're all getting worked up over nothing.
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And for the love of deer, if it runs before messing with it just mark the flanges.
(12-12-2012, 03:40 PM)Simpler=Better(12-12-2012, 03:06 PM)w123love Holy butt I am more scared than ever to try this at home.
They're all getting worked up over nothing.
...
And for the love of deer, if it runs before messing with it just mark the flanges.
Something like this would work if you can get it or similar your side of the pond http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GUNSON-77089-D...4848668dae its a transducer but also an amplifier so it will work with a strobe. Not particularly cheap though.
(12-12-2012, 03:40 PM)Simpler=Better(12-12-2012, 03:06 PM)w123love Holy butt I am more scared than ever to try this at home.
They're all getting worked up over nothing. Next time I'm home I need to make a video pulling the pump, reinstalling, and timing it. It's really not that complicated just go by the books.
And for the love of deer, if it runs before messing with it just mark the flanges.
(12-12-2012, 03:40 PM)Simpler=Better(12-12-2012, 03:06 PM)w123love Holy butt I am more scared than ever to try this at home.
They're all getting worked up over nothing. Next time I'm home I need to make a video pulling the pump, reinstalling, and timing it. It's really not that complicated just go by the books.
And for the love of deer, if it runs before messing with it just mark the flanges.
(12-12-2012, 09:18 PM)w123love(12-12-2012, 03:40 PM)Simpler=Better(12-12-2012, 03:06 PM)w123love Holy butt I am more scared than ever to try this at home.
They're all getting worked up over nothing. Next time I'm home I need to make a video pulling the pump, reinstalling, and timing it. It's really not that complicated just go by the books.
And for the love of deer, if it runs before messing with it just mark the flanges.
That would amazing if you could go out of your way to do that.
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
(12-12-2012, 09:18 PM)w123love(12-12-2012, 03:40 PM)Simpler=Better(12-12-2012, 03:06 PM)w123love Holy butt I am more scared than ever to try this at home.
They're all getting worked up over nothing. Next time I'm home I need to make a video pulling the pump, reinstalling, and timing it. It's really not that complicated just go by the books.
And for the love of deer, if it runs before messing with it just mark the flanges.
That would amazing if you could go out of your way to do that.
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
Volker,
Where did you get that timing light? I've searched and searched and can't find one!
X 2 !!!
I found a bunch of other contraptions on FleaBay ... but was advised they are probably not going to work or work as well.
So, yes, where does one look !
Thanks
Have any of you seen the ferret v765? Piezzo timing adapter that clamps on diesel injector line. It says it works with any inductive (spark activated) timing light.
It's been a while since I started looking at it and other things have come up so, it's on hold for me. If I remember it can be bought with three different size clamps, 6mm, .25" and 6.5mm. Anyone know if one of those sizes works on a 602?
I think the part numbers were v765-01, v765-02, and v765-03 for the unit with the different size clamps. Of course you can buy the clamps separately too. Last I looked, each version was under $200 at tooldiscounter.
There's also this one, Gunson 77089
http://www.amazon.com/Gunson-Diesel-Adap...ming+light
I know even less about that one.
(12-21-2012, 07:38 AM)MFSuper90 Volker,
Where did you get that timing light? I've searched and searched and can't find one!
(12-21-2012, 07:38 AM)MFSuper90 Volker,
Where did you get that timing light? I've searched and searched and can't find one!
(12-21-2012, 07:38 AM)MFSuper90 Volker,
Where did you get that timing light? I've searched and searched and can't find one!
(12-21-2012, 07:38 AM)MFSuper90 Volker,
Where did you get that timing light? I've searched and searched and can't find one!
(12-21-2012, 09:34 AM)Greazzer X 2 !!!
I found a bunch of other contraptions on FleaBay ... but was advised they are probably not going to work or work as well.
So, yes, where does one look !
Thanks
what year is the injection pump you are trying to time? different years have the ability of checking timing with a timing light. Those also have a pump lock that will hold them in place for assembly. send me some pics and I can walk you through it, hell I've done it thousands of times, the first time there might be a learning curve, otherwise its pretty straight forward. you can also use air to check timing in a way more accurate way than the drip method. when I can avoid it I use the timing light tool, that is the two light mb tool
(12-21-2012, 09:34 AM)Greazzer X 2 !!!
I found a bunch of other contraptions on FleaBay ... but was advised they are probably not going to work or work as well.
So, yes, where does one look !
Thanks
OK ... will do !
I just pulled the drive train today for swapping bodies so my MB is in N.C. for at least a week until I can get to Charlotte.
Hey Austincarnut, Can you elaborate on the "two light MB tool" please, got me curious. Thanks, Ed
(12-22-2012, 06:14 PM)fordheaded Hey Austincarnut, Can you elaborate on the "two light MB tool" please, got me curious. Thanks, Ed
This tool locks the pump for assembly, keeps it from turning while installing, won't work on all MW/M pumps, there are several locks, this is just an example:
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/atta...tool-b.jpg
This A/B light tool works on I think 84/85 M.Y pumps, when both lights light up the pump is timed. The plug on the driver's side of the pump in the front of the governor housing will allow access for these tools. The smaller plug opening won't work. im sure there is documentation out there to better explain, but most of you guys don't have access to what I use and the free site (the 123 maintenance site) is gone. I will try to dig up some better info...
http://www.w124performance.com/images/OM...V_tool.jpg
(12-22-2012, 06:14 PM)fordheaded Hey Austincarnut, Can you elaborate on the "two light MB tool" please, got me curious. Thanks, Ed