Replace Maxxforce engine on 2012 Prostar

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  1. garyswan

    garyswan Bobtail Member

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    Am I crazy to think about replacing the Maxxforce engine on my 2012 Prostar with a pre-emmisions Cat 3406 engine? The Maxxforce and all its electrical ######## components are slowly bankrupting me. TIA
     
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  3. Socal Xpress

    Socal Xpress Road Train Member

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    Not crazy but not legal either. You can not back date with a non emissions motor with a emission controlled one. Also unless your handy in fabricating a new engine harness that going to be pricey for a shop to wire it up. Unless engine temp and oil psi aren't important.

    Just sell it. Might be cheaper in the long run.
     
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    If I had one, and owed way more than the $20k or less they are selling for, and wanted to obey the law, I'd be looking for a wrecked one with a Cummins, that way you'll have all the parts you need.
     
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  5. Socal Xpress

    Socal Xpress Road Train Member

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    That's another solution. Keeps you legal and maybe a little less prone to being broke. Also you could do a delete with the ISX if you are inclined, do so afterwards.
     
  6. bigmotor1212

    bigmotor1212 Light Load Member

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    You're having electrical problems, not emission problems? I actually have never driven an International that didn't have electrical problems. One was brand spanking new.
     
  7. boneebone

    boneebone Road Train Member

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    The Maxx-Farce engine is one of the biggest piles of junk ever invented.

    You're better off selling or trading it in then to sink any more money into it.

    Never throw good money after bad.
     
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  8. Lookunderthetruck

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    Hello there-
    I see this is an old post, but wondered if you were able to do this. If so, what did you do about the ECM wire harness?
    Regards!
     
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    Don't think you will be getting an answer.
     
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  10. little cat 500

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    My brother put a 3406b in his 2015 Prostar works fine
     
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  11. Lookunderthetruck

    Lookunderthetruck Bobtail Member

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    I hadn't realized that was the last time he was seen here. I'll pay closer attention, thanks.
    Regards.
     
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