1987/07/01 Caterpillar


High Alloy Cylinder Head Improved

Usage:


3406, 3406B Engines

Reference: Engine News, October 24, 1984, Page 2, "New High Alloy Material Is Used In Cylinder Head Assemblies". The article describes the use of new high alloy material in cylinder head castings for all 3400 Family Of Engines.

Description of Change: A new cylinder head is in use for the 3406 and 3406B Engines. The new head has improved exhaust porting and is made from the high alloy material discussed in the reference article.

Adaptable To: The new 7W6 Cylinder Head is a part of the new 7W7 Cylinder Head Assembly, and serviced as 7W9 Cylinder Head Assembly. These parts are direct replacements for the former 7W2200 Cylinder Head, 7W2201 Cylinder Head Assembly, and 7W2204 Cylinder Head Assembly, respectively. The new parts are in effect with the engines listed in the chart.

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1987/06/01 Remanufactured Heavy-Duty Starters And High-Amp Alternators
1987/06/01 Twist Drills Available
1987/06/01 New Service Tools Available
1987/06/01 New Plastic Water Sleeve Used
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1987/06/01 Hollow Dowel Relieves Accessory Drive Oil Leakage
1987/06/01 Exhaust Manifold Thermocouples Have Longer Insulated Leads
1987/06/01 Fuel Injector Trim Bolt
1987/06/01 Features And Servicing Of The Various Caterpillar 3161 Governors
1987/07/01 3400 Engine Major Component Performance Guide Available
1987/07/01 Use Of Crankshaft Seal Adapter Eliminated
1987/07/01 New Sealant Used On Oil Pan Mounting Bolts
1987/07/01 Check For Shipping Plugs On The Inside Of New Pistons
1987/07/01 New Relief Valve Guide Used In Oil Pump Groups
1987/07/01 All Three Main Bearing Part Numbers Stamped On Lower Portion Of Standard Size Bearing
1987/07/01 New 1U5524 Adapter Cable Available For Use With 6V9060 Spark Timing Adapter Group And 8T5300 Engine Timing Indicator Group
1987/07/01 New Electronic Modular Control Panel (SR-4 Generator Mounted)
1987/07/01 Testing Connecting Rod Eye Bushings When Overhauling Engines
1987/07/01 New Cylinder Head And Spacer Plate Gaskets Prevent Oil Leakage Around Gear Pocket
1987/07/01 Additional Guidelines For Using The 8T2700 Blowby/Air Flow Indicator Group
1987/07/01 Caterpillar Original Equipment Paint Products (U.S. And Canada)
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