Detroit 12.7 - how do I determine what model i have for injector height?

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  1. Green461

    Green461 Light Load Member

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    My valve cover stickers are worn in the areas that probably have the info I need so im not sure.
    Kenworth looks at me like a deer in headlights when you mention detroit. they have zero info and are worthless.

    There are 2 different models made in 2000-2002 the MK and the BK and it depends on which camshaft # was in
    the engine as there are 2 different values for injector height and jake brake lash.

    Can anyone look this up by engine serial number? How to find out which camshaft and Jake brake I have?

    Engine is 12.7 Detroit, Man date - May 2000
    500Hp premium model
    Engine Family - YDDXH12.7EGL
    Serial # 06R0599317
     
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  3. benjamin260_6

    benjamin260_6 Medium Load Member

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    It's an BK with a 4912 cam. Injector height is 81
     
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  4. Rideandrepair

    Rideandrepair Road Train Member

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    You can call the 800# for Detroit. They should be able to tell you.
     
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    Rideandrepair Road Train Member

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    There you go, I could have swore my 98 had a toll free # on it. I just checked my 99, no #.
     
  6. Green461

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    Thanks. Any way to find out what jake brake is in it? Says a 790 or "BK models with Valve Mech are equipped with a model 770 Jake Brake". Not sure what a valve mech is.
     
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  7. Rideandrepair

    Rideandrepair Road Train Member

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    Just guessing, but my Bk with same cam, injector heights, (7650 injectors) nov 99 build date has 770 Jakes.
     
  8. Green461

    Green461 Light Load Member

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    Adjusted everything today, intakes were tight with zero lash, exhaust were ok. injector height was a bit high. idles smoother. However my jake brake only worked on setting 1 and 2 and then 3 didnt do anything more, and none would really slow the truck down at all, even on flat ground it did absolutely nothing.
    Front jake brake broken.
    I need a front 790 jake brake, mine broke the retainer ring right out and the pushrod was laying in the back of the head.
    Anyone know a reasonable place to buy one or anyone have an extra? Part #028367 model 790 Front.
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