1978/08/30 Caterpillar


Improved Guide Pin For Fuel Injection Pump Lifters

Usage:


All 3208, 3304, 3306 Engines with Sleeve Metering Fuel Systems

Description of Change: The guide pin used in the fuel injection pump lifters on the above engines, (see Illustration) is now made of high strength carbon steel. The new pin is hollow, with an open side and is stronger than the former pin of stainless steel.

Adaptable As: The new 8N977 Pin is a direct replacement for the former 6N5325 Pin which is canceled.


Location of parts.

Caterpillar Information System:

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1978/08/30 Change In Procedure To Check Main Bearing Clearance
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1978/08/30 New Water Pump Gives More Pressure
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