Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab

2023-03-24 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes 
Not yet. I’ll keep it for awhile. 

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> On Mar 24, 2023, at 8:24 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> So it’s not coming to Okie acres?
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
>> On Mar 24, 2023, at 3:07 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> Current POV…
> 
>> 
>> 
>> New water pump in and torqued, coolant mixed and filled to thermostat. New 
>> thermostat installed and torqued. No leaks. Next, reinstall belt, fan 
>> shroud, air box and then make a pleasing sacrifice to the driveway mechanic 
>> gods to ensure my success. 
>> 
>> AZBob
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
 On Mar 24, 2023, at 12:16 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes 
  wrote:
>>> 
>>> I suppose that the majority of Cummins pickup truck owners are trades 
>>> people who work the heck out of the truck and don't plan to keep it forever 
>>> so they work the odds on what is "good enough".
>>> 
>>> Randy
>>> 
> On 24/03/2023 11:07 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:
 Actually, yes I am. I read through a couple threads to see what Cummins 
 peeps are thinking. After comparing the Cummins forum peeps treasure trove 
 of knowledge to Mercedes forum peeps treasure trove of knowledge(one of my 
 few data points),  I’ve come to three conclusions:
 1. Cummins people are much less analytical than Mercedes people.
 2. Cummins people, by in large, base decisions not on empirical data but 
 on cost, so there is little talk of, “things to replace while you’re in 
 there”
 3. Cummins people have no moral compass when it comes to OEM parts.
 
 I’m fixing to go get after it after I finish my Joe.
 
 AZBob
 
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Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab

2023-03-24 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes 
So it’s not coming to Okie acres?

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> On Mar 24, 2023, at 3:07 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> Current POV…
> 
> 
> New water pump in and torqued, coolant mixed and filled to thermostat. New 
> thermostat installed and torqued. No leaks. Next, reinstall belt, fan shroud, 
> air box and then make a pleasing sacrifice to the driveway mechanic gods to 
> ensure my success. 
> 
> AZBob
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
>> On Mar 24, 2023, at 12:16 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> I suppose that the majority of Cummins pickup truck owners are trades 
>> people who work the heck out of the truck and don't plan to keep it forever 
>> so they work the odds on what is "good enough".
>> 
>> Randy
>> 
 On 24/03/2023 11:07 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:
>>> Actually, yes I am. I read through a couple threads to see what Cummins 
>>> peeps are thinking. After comparing the Cummins forum peeps treasure trove 
>>> of knowledge to Mercedes forum peeps treasure trove of knowledge(one of my 
>>> few data points),  I’ve come to three conclusions:
>>> 1. Cummins people are much less analytical than Mercedes people.
>>> 2. Cummins people, by in large, base decisions not on empirical data but on 
>>> cost, so there is little talk of, “things to replace while you’re in there”
>>> 3. Cummins people have no moral compass when it comes to OEM parts.
>>> 
>>> I’m fixing to go get after it after I finish my Joe.
>>> 
>>> AZBob
>>> 
>> 
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Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab

2023-03-24 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes 
Dee-troit or Detroit Diesel?

On Fri, Mar 24, 2023, at 11:17, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
> What’s really important is if they pronounce it “Cummings”. If so, 
> avoid that person.
>
> -D
>
>
>> On Mar 24, 2023, at 12:08 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> Actually, yes I am. I read through a couple threads to see what Cummins 
>> peeps are thinking. After comparing the Cummins forum peeps treasure trove 
>> of knowledge to Mercedes forum peeps treasure trove of knowledge(one of my 
>> few data points),  I’ve come to three conclusions:
>> 1. Cummins people are much less analytical than Mercedes people.
>> 2. Cummins people, by in large, base decisions not on empirical data but on 
>> cost, so there is little talk of, “things to replace while you’re in there” 
>> 3. Cummins people have no moral compass when it comes to OEM parts. 
>> 
>> I’m fixing to go get after it after I finish my Joe. 
>> 
>> AZBob
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>>> On Mar 24, 2023, at 8:16 AM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes 
>>>  wrote:
>>> 
>>> Are you on any Cummins forums? They might have good ideas of what else you 
>>> should be watching for.
>>> 
>>> Randy
>>> 
>>> 
>>>>> On 23/03/2023 6:17 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:
>>>> 
>>>> It looks pretty easy and straight forward.
>>>> 
>>>> The cheapest I have found the water pump kit is $252, but I’d have to ship 
>>>> it. I can drive to the ginormous Cummins dealer near my home and snag one 
>>>> for $282.
>>>> 
>>>> What else should I consider changing out whilst I monkeying around in 
>>>> there? Of course I will inspect the belt and replace if it looks sketchy, 
>>>> but what about the thermostat? Idler pulley?
>>>> 
>>>> AZBob
>>>> 
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>>>> 
>>>> *From: *Randy Bennell via Mercedes <mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>
>>>> *Sent: *Thursday, March 23, 2023 3:36 PM
>>>> *To: *Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>
>>>> *Cc: *Randy Bennell <mailto:rbenn...@bennell.ca>
>>>> *Subject: *Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab
>>>> 
>>>> How difficult is it to change the water pump on that engine?
>>>> 
>>>> I would think the worst case scenario would be that the replacement does
>>>> 
>>>> not last as long if you buy aftermarket.
>>>> 
>>>> Have you tried looking online for an OEM with a discounted price?
>>>> 
>>>> Randy
>>>> 
>>>>> On 23/03/2023 5:29 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:
>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>>> It appears the water pump on the Cummins just crapped out. Best I can
>>>> 
>>>>> tell coolant is coming out of the weep hole and slinging all over.
>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>>> When I shut it off the last two times, an abrupt short squeal was
>>>> 
>>>>> heard (2005 Dodge 2500 SLT 4x4 Cummins 5.9, 132K miles for reference)
>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>>> Cummins water pumps are $296.
>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>>> Non-Cummins ones from any number of places are all less than $100
>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>>> Gut says get Cummins. I feel I shouldn’t skimp on this engine.
>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>>> Reasonable?
>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>>> AZBob
>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>> 
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Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab

2023-03-24 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes 
Attaboy! Now, the old Cummings…ERR…Cummins will be happy once again!

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> On Mar 24, 2023, at 4:07 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> Current POV…
> 
> 
> 
> New water pump in and torqued, coolant mixed and filled to thermostat. New 
> thermostat installed and torqued. No leaks. Next, reinstall belt, fan shroud, 
> air box and then make a pleasing sacrifice to the driveway mechanic gods to 
> ensure my success. 
> 
> AZBob
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
>> On Mar 24, 2023, at 12:16 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> I suppose that the majority of Cummins pickup truck owners are trades 
>> people who work the heck out of the truck and don't plan to keep it forever 
>> so they work the odds on what is "good enough".
>> 
>> Randy
>> 
 On 24/03/2023 11:07 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:
>>> Actually, yes I am. I read through a couple threads to see what Cummins 
>>> peeps are thinking. After comparing the Cummins forum peeps treasure trove 
>>> of knowledge to Mercedes forum peeps treasure trove of knowledge(one of my 
>>> few data points),  I’ve come to three conclusions:
>>> 1. Cummins people are much less analytical than Mercedes people.
>>> 2. Cummins people, by in large, base decisions not on empirical data but on 
>>> cost, so there is little talk of, “things to replace while you’re in there”
>>> 3. Cummins people have no moral compass when it comes to OEM parts.
>>> 
>>> I’m fixing to go get after it after I finish my Joe.
>>> 
>>> AZBob
>>> 
>> 
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Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab

2023-03-24 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes 
Nice. Strong work!

-D

On Mar 24, 2023, at 4:06 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes 
mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>> wrote:

Current POV…



New water pump in and torqued, coolant mixed and filled to thermostat. New 
thermostat installed and torqued. No leaks. Next, reinstall belt, fan shroud, 
air box and then make a pleasing sacrifice to the driveway mechanic gods to 
ensure my success.

AZBob

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> On Mar 24, 2023, at 12:16 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes 
> mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>> wrote:
>
> I suppose that the majority of Cummins pickup truck owners are trades people 
> who work the heck out of the truck and don't plan to keep it forever so they 
> work the odds on what is "good enough".
>
> Randy
>
>> On 24/03/2023 11:07 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:
>> Actually, yes I am. I read through a couple threads to see what Cummins 
>> peeps are thinking. After comparing the Cummins forum peeps treasure trove 
>> of knowledge to Mercedes forum peeps treasure trove of knowledge(one of my 
>> few data points),  I’ve come to three conclusions:
>> 1. Cummins people are much less analytical than Mercedes people.
>> 2. Cummins people, by in large, base decisions not on empirical data but on 
>> cost, so there is little talk of, “things to replace while you’re in there”
>> 3. Cummins people have no moral compass when it comes to OEM parts.
>>
>> I’m fixing to go get after it after I finish my Joe.
>>
>> AZBob
>>
>
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Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab

2023-03-24 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes 
Current POV…


New water pump in and torqued, coolant mixed and filled to thermostat. New 
thermostat installed and torqued. No leaks. Next, reinstall belt, fan shroud, 
air box and then make a pleasing sacrifice to the driveway mechanic gods to 
ensure my success. 

AZBob

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> On Mar 24, 2023, at 12:16 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> I suppose that the majority of Cummins pickup truck owners are trades people 
> who work the heck out of the truck and don't plan to keep it forever so they 
> work the odds on what is "good enough".
> 
> Randy
> 
>> On 24/03/2023 11:07 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:
>> Actually, yes I am. I read through a couple threads to see what Cummins 
>> peeps are thinking. After comparing the Cummins forum peeps treasure trove 
>> of knowledge to Mercedes forum peeps treasure trove of knowledge(one of my 
>> few data points),  I’ve come to three conclusions:
>> 1. Cummins people are much less analytical than Mercedes people.
>> 2. Cummins people, by in large, base decisions not on empirical data but on 
>> cost, so there is little talk of, “things to replace while you’re in there”
>> 3. Cummins people have no moral compass when it comes to OEM parts.
>> 
>> I’m fixing to go get after it after I finish my Joe.
>> 
>> AZBob
>> 
> 
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Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab

2023-03-24 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes 
I suppose that the majority of Cummins pickup truck owners are trades 
people who work the heck out of the truck and don't plan to keep it 
forever so they work the odds on what is "good enough".


Randy

On 24/03/2023 11:07 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:

Actually, yes I am. I read through a couple threads to see what Cummins peeps 
are thinking. After comparing the Cummins forum peeps treasure trove of 
knowledge to Mercedes forum peeps treasure trove of knowledge(one of my few 
data points),  I’ve come to three conclusions:
1. Cummins people are much less analytical than Mercedes people.
2. Cummins people, by in large, base decisions not on empirical data but on 
cost, so there is little talk of, “things to replace while you’re in there”
3. Cummins people have no moral compass when it comes to OEM parts.

I’m fixing to go get after it after I finish my Joe.

AZBob




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Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab

2023-03-24 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes 
What’s really important is if they pronounce it “Cummings”. If so, avoid that 
person.

-D


> On Mar 24, 2023, at 12:08 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> Actually, yes I am. I read through a couple threads to see what Cummins 
> peeps are thinking. After comparing the Cummins forum peeps treasure trove of 
> knowledge to Mercedes forum peeps treasure trove of knowledge(one of my few 
> data points),  I’ve come to three conclusions:
> 1. Cummins people are much less analytical than Mercedes people.
> 2. Cummins people, by in large, base decisions not on empirical data but on 
> cost, so there is little talk of, “things to replace while you’re in there” 
> 3. Cummins people have no moral compass when it comes to OEM parts. 
> 
> I’m fixing to go get after it after I finish my Joe. 
> 
> AZBob
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
>> On Mar 24, 2023, at 8:16 AM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> Are you on any Cummins forums? They might have good ideas of what else you 
>> should be watching for.
>> 
>> Randy
>> 
>> 
>>>> On 23/03/2023 6:17 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:
>>> 
>>> It looks pretty easy and straight forward.
>>> 
>>> The cheapest I have found the water pump kit is $252, but I’d have to ship 
>>> it. I can drive to the ginormous Cummins dealer near my home and snag one 
>>> for $282.
>>> 
>>> What else should I consider changing out whilst I monkeying around in 
>>> there? Of course I will inspect the belt and replace if it looks sketchy, 
>>> but what about the thermostat? Idler pulley?
>>> 
>>> AZBob
>>> 
>>> Sent from Mail <https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=550986> for Windows
>>> 
>>> *From: *Randy Bennell via Mercedes <mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>
>>> *Sent: *Thursday, March 23, 2023 3:36 PM
>>> *To: *Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>
>>> *Cc: *Randy Bennell <mailto:rbenn...@bennell.ca>
>>> *Subject: *Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab
>>> 
>>> How difficult is it to change the water pump on that engine?
>>> 
>>> I would think the worst case scenario would be that the replacement does
>>> 
>>> not last as long if you buy aftermarket.
>>> 
>>> Have you tried looking online for an OEM with a discounted price?
>>> 
>>> Randy
>>> 
>>>> On 23/03/2023 5:29 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:
>>> 
>>>> 
>>> 
>>>> It appears the water pump on the Cummins just crapped out. Best I can
>>> 
>>>> tell coolant is coming out of the weep hole and slinging all over.
>>> 
>>>> 
>>> 
>>>> When I shut it off the last two times, an abrupt short squeal was
>>> 
>>>> heard (2005 Dodge 2500 SLT 4x4 Cummins 5.9, 132K miles for reference)
>>> 
>>>> 
>>> 
>>>> Cummins water pumps are $296.
>>> 
>>>> 
>>> 
>>>> Non-Cummins ones from any number of places are all less than $100
>>> 
>>>> 
>>> 
>>>> Gut says get Cummins. I feel I shouldn’t skimp on this engine.
>>> 
>>>> 
>>> 
>>>> Reasonable?
>>> 
>>>> 
>>> 
>>>> AZBob
>>> 
>>>> 
>>> 
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Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab

2023-03-24 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes 
Actually, yes I am. I read through a couple threads to see what Cummins peeps 
are thinking. After comparing the Cummins forum peeps treasure trove of 
knowledge to Mercedes forum peeps treasure trove of knowledge(one of my few 
data points),  I’ve come to three conclusions:
1. Cummins people are much less analytical than Mercedes people.
2. Cummins people, by in large, base decisions not on empirical data but on 
cost, so there is little talk of, “things to replace while you’re in there” 
3. Cummins people have no moral compass when it comes to OEM parts. 

I’m fixing to go get after it after I finish my Joe. 

AZBob

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> On Mar 24, 2023, at 8:16 AM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> Are you on any Cummins forums? They might have good ideas of what else you 
> should be watching for.
> 
> Randy
> 
> 
>> On 23/03/2023 6:17 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:
>> 
>> It looks pretty easy and straight forward.
>> 
>> The cheapest I have found the water pump kit is $252, but I’d have to ship 
>> it. I can drive to the ginormous Cummins dealer near my home and snag one 
>> for $282.
>> 
>> What else should I consider changing out whilst I monkeying around in there? 
>> Of course I will inspect the belt and replace if it looks sketchy, but what 
>> about the thermostat? Idler pulley?
>> 
>> AZBob
>> 
>> Sent from Mail <https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=550986> for Windows
>> 
>> *From: *Randy Bennell via Mercedes <mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>
>> *Sent: *Thursday, March 23, 2023 3:36 PM
>> *To: *Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>
>> *Cc: *Randy Bennell <mailto:rbenn...@bennell.ca>
>> *Subject: *Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab
>> 
>> How difficult is it to change the water pump on that engine?
>> 
>> I would think the worst case scenario would be that the replacement does
>> 
>> not last as long if you buy aftermarket.
>> 
>> Have you tried looking online for an OEM with a discounted price?
>> 
>> Randy
>> 
>> On 23/03/2023 5:29 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:
>> 
>> >
>> 
>> > It appears the water pump on the Cummins just crapped out. Best I can
>> 
>> > tell coolant is coming out of the weep hole and slinging all over.
>> 
>> >
>> 
>> > When I shut it off the last two times, an abrupt short squeal was
>> 
>> > heard (2005 Dodge 2500 SLT 4x4 Cummins 5.9, 132K miles for reference)
>> 
>> >
>> 
>> > Cummins water pumps are $296.
>> 
>> >
>> 
>> > Non-Cummins ones from any number of places are all less than $100
>> 
>> >
>> 
>> > Gut says get Cummins. I feel I shouldn’t skimp on this engine.
>> 
>> >
>> 
>> > Reasonable?
>> 
>> >
>> 
>> > AZBob
>> 
>> >
>> 
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Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab

2023-03-24 Thread G Mann via Mercedes 
Gut mechanical instinct says, use a factory pump, with factory warranty,
all factory accessories, like belts and hoses [new clamps]. Also, check
block drains and freeze plugs very carefully, along with doing a very
complete block and cooling system flush, to remove any residual of tired
coolant, [yes, even the heater core].
Experience has taught me that if a water pump starts leaking, it is a
symptom of other possible internal corrosion.
Naturally, only replace coolant with the right factory stuff.

On Fri, Mar 24, 2023 at 8:16 AM Randy Bennell via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

> Are you on any Cummins forums? They might have good ideas of what else
> you should be watching for.
>
> Randy
>
>
> On 23/03/2023 6:17 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:
> >
> > It looks pretty easy and straight forward.
> >
> > The cheapest I have found the water pump kit is $252, but I’d have to
> > ship it. I can drive to the ginormous Cummins dealer near my home and
> > snag one for $282.
> >
> > What else should I consider changing out whilst I monkeying around in
> > there? Of course I will inspect the belt and replace if it looks
> > sketchy, but what about the thermostat? Idler pulley?
> >
> > AZBob
> >
> > Sent from Mail <https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=550986> for
> > Windows
> >
> > *From: *Randy Bennell via Mercedes <mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>
> > *Sent: *Thursday, March 23, 2023 3:36 PM
> > *To: *Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>
> > *Cc: *Randy Bennell <mailto:rbenn...@bennell.ca>
> > *Subject: *Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab
> >
> > How difficult is it to change the water pump on that engine?
> >
> > I would think the worst case scenario would be that the replacement does
> >
> > not last as long if you buy aftermarket.
> >
> > Have you tried looking online for an OEM with a discounted price?
> >
> > Randy
> >
> > On 23/03/2023 5:29 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:
> >
> > >
> >
> > > It appears the water pump on the Cummins just crapped out. Best I can
> >
> > > tell coolant is coming out of the weep hole and slinging all over.
> >
> > >
> >
> > > When I shut it off the last two times, an abrupt short squeal was
> >
> > > heard (2005 Dodge 2500 SLT 4x4 Cummins 5.9, 132K miles for reference)
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Cummins water pumps are $296.
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Non-Cummins ones from any number of places are all less than $100
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Gut says get Cummins. I feel I shouldn’t skimp on this engine.
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Reasonable?
> >
> > >
> >
> > > AZBob
> >
> > >
> >
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Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab

2023-03-24 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes 
Are you on any Cummins forums? They might have good ideas of what else 
you should be watching for.


Randy


On 23/03/2023 6:17 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:


It looks pretty easy and straight forward.

The cheapest I have found the water pump kit is $252, but I’d have to 
ship it. I can drive to the ginormous Cummins dealer near my home and 
snag one for $282.


What else should I consider changing out whilst I monkeying around in 
there? Of course I will inspect the belt and replace if it looks 
sketchy, but what about the thermostat? Idler pulley?


AZBob

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*From: *Randy Bennell via Mercedes <mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>
*Sent: *Thursday, March 23, 2023 3:36 PM
*To: *Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>
*Cc: *Randy Bennell <mailto:rbenn...@bennell.ca>
*Subject: *Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab

How difficult is it to change the water pump on that engine?

I would think the worst case scenario would be that the replacement does

not last as long if you buy aftermarket.

Have you tried looking online for an OEM with a discounted price?

Randy

On 23/03/2023 5:29 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:

>

> It appears the water pump on the Cummins just crapped out. Best I can

> tell coolant is coming out of the weep hole and slinging all over.

>

> When I shut it off the last two times, an abrupt short squeal was

> heard (2005 Dodge 2500 SLT 4x4 Cummins 5.9, 132K miles for reference)

>

> Cummins water pumps are $296.

>

> Non-Cummins ones from any number of places are all less than $100

>

> Gut says get Cummins. I feel I shouldn’t skimp on this engine.

>

> Reasonable?

>

> AZBob

>


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Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab

2023-03-23 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes 
I got the genuine Cummins water pump and I shall replace it tomorrow. 

AZBob

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> On Mar 23, 2023, at 9:39 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> That’s generally my calculation. How many hours to change the part, how much 
> do I save on the aftermarket part, and how much is my time worth if I have to 
> do the job again if the cheaper part fails?  “Lifetime” warranties are great, 
> but they don’t pay for the labor.
> 
>> On Thu, Mar 23, 2023, at 17:35, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote:
>> How difficult is it to change the water pump on that engine?
>> I would think the worst case scenario would be that the replacement does 
>> not last as long if you buy aftermarket.
>> Have you tried looking online for an OEM with a discounted price?
>> 
>> Randy
>> 
>> 
>>> On 23/03/2023 5:29 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:
>>> 
>>> It appears the water pump on the Cummins just crapped out. Best I can 
>>> tell coolant is coming out of the weep hole and slinging all over.
>>> 
>>> When I shut it off the last two times, an abrupt short squeal was 
>>> heard (2005 Dodge 2500 SLT 4x4 Cummins 5.9, 132K miles for reference)
>>> 
>>> Cummins water pumps are $296.
>>> 
>>> Non-Cummins ones from any number of places are all less than $100
>>> 
>>> Gut says get Cummins. I feel I shouldn’t skimp on this engine.
>>> 
>>> Reasonable?
>>> 
>>> AZBob
>>> 
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Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab

2023-03-23 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes 
That’s generally my calculation. How many hours to change the part, how much do 
I save on the aftermarket part, and how much is my time worth if I have to do 
the job again if the cheaper part fails?  “Lifetime” warranties are great, but 
they don’t pay for the labor.

On Thu, Mar 23, 2023, at 17:35, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote:
> How difficult is it to change the water pump on that engine?
> I would think the worst case scenario would be that the replacement does 
> not last as long if you buy aftermarket.
> Have you tried looking online for an OEM with a discounted price?
>
> Randy
>
>
> On 23/03/2023 5:29 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:
>>
>> It appears the water pump on the Cummins just crapped out. Best I can 
>> tell coolant is coming out of the weep hole and slinging all over.
>>
>> When I shut it off the last two times, an abrupt short squeal was 
>> heard (2005 Dodge 2500 SLT 4x4 Cummins 5.9, 132K miles for reference)
>>
>> Cummins water pumps are $296.
>>
>> Non-Cummins ones from any number of places are all less than $100
>>
>> Gut says get Cummins. I feel I shouldn’t skimp on this engine.
>>
>> Reasonable?
>>
>> AZBob
>>
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Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab

2023-03-23 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes 
It looks pretty easy and straight forward.The cheapest I have found the water pump kit is $252, but I’d have to ship it. I can drive to the ginormous Cummins dealer near my home and snag one for $282. What else should I consider changing out whilst I monkeying around in there? Of course I will inspect the belt and replace if it looks sketchy, but what about the thermostat? Idler pulley?  AZBob  Sent from Mail for Windows From: Randy Bennell via MercedesSent: Thursday, March 23, 2023 3:36 PMTo: Bob Rentfro via MercedesCc: Randy BennellSubject: Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab How difficult is it to change the water pump on that engine?I would think the worst case scenario would be that the replacement does not last as long if you buy aftermarket.Have you tried looking online for an OEM with a discounted price? Randy  On 23/03/2023 5:29 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:> > It appears the water pump on the Cummins just crapped out. Best I can > tell coolant is coming out of the weep hole and slinging all over.> > When I shut it off the last two times, an abrupt short squeal was > heard (2005 Dodge 2500 SLT 4x4 Cummins 5.9, 132K miles for reference)> > Cummins water pumps are $296.> > Non-Cummins ones from any number of places are all less than $100> > Gut says get Cummins. I feel I shouldn’t skimp on this engine.> > Reasonable?> > AZBob> ___http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com  

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Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab

2023-03-23 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes 
Cummins Water Pump Kit 5473238 Is the one I would need. I see it all over for $283-ish. Sent from Mail for Windows From: dan penoff.com via MercedesSent: Thursday, March 23, 2023 3:32 PMTo: Okie BenzCc: dan penoff.comSubject: Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab No point of reference for the cost, but if I were you, I would go with an OE pump. -D On Mar 23, 2023, at 6:29 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: It appears the water pump on the Cummins just crapped out. Best I can tell coolant is coming out of the weep hole and slinging all over.When I shut it off the last two times, an abrupt short squeal was heard (2005 Dodge 2500 SLT 4x4 Cummins 5.9, 132K miles for reference) Cummins water pumps are $296. Non-Cummins ones from any number of places are all less than $100 Gut says get Cummins. I feel I shouldn’t skimp on this engine. Reasonable? AZBob   Sent from Mail for Windows ___http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com  

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Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab

2023-03-23 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes 

How difficult is it to change the water pump on that engine?
I would think the worst case scenario would be that the replacement does 
not last as long if you buy aftermarket.

Have you tried looking online for an OEM with a discounted price?

Randy


On 23/03/2023 5:29 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:


It appears the water pump on the Cummins just crapped out. Best I can 
tell coolant is coming out of the weep hole and slinging all over.


When I shut it off the last two times, an abrupt short squeal was 
heard (2005 Dodge 2500 SLT 4x4 Cummins 5.9, 132K miles for reference)


Cummins water pumps are $296.

Non-Cummins ones from any number of places are all less than $100

Gut says get Cummins. I feel I shouldn’t skimp on this engine.

Reasonable?

AZBob


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Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab

2023-03-23 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes 
No point of reference for the cost, but if I were you, I would go with an OE 
pump.

-D

On Mar 23, 2023, at 6:29 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes 
mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>> wrote:

It appears the water pump on the Cummins just crapped out. Best I can tell 
coolant is coming out of the weep hole and slinging all over.
When I shut it off the last two times, an abrupt short squeal was heard (2005 
Dodge 2500 SLT 4x4 Cummins 5.9, 132K miles for reference)

Cummins water pumps are $296.

Non-Cummins ones from any number of places are all less than $100

Gut says get Cummins. I feel I shouldn’t skimp on this engine.

Reasonable?

AZBob



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Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab

2023-03-23 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes 
I feel now is a good time to sell it to an Okie. 

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> On Mar 23, 2023, at 5:30 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> 
> It appears the water pump on the Cummins just crapped out. Best I can tell 
> coolant is coming out of the weep hole and slinging all over.
> When I shut it off the last two times, an abrupt short squeal was heard (2005 
> Dodge 2500 SLT 4x4 Cummins 5.9, 132K miles for reference)
>  
> Cummins water pumps are $296.  
>  
> Non-Cummins ones from any number of places are all less than $100
>  
> Gut says get Cummins. I feel I shouldn’t skimp on this engine.
>  
> Reasonable?
>  
> AZBob
>  
>  
>  
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[MBZ] O.T. Cummins Water Pump Soiled the Sleeping Slab

2023-03-23 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes 
It appears the water pump on the Cummins just crapped out. Best I can tell coolant is coming out of the weep hole and slinging all over. When I shut it off the last two times, an abrupt short squeal was heard (2005 Dodge 2500 SLT 4x4 Cummins 5.9, 132K miles for reference) Cummins water pumps are $296.   Non-Cummins ones from any number of places are all less than $100 Gut says get Cummins. I feel I shouldn’t skimp on this engine.  Reasonable?  AZBob   Sent from Mail for Windows 

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