[Rjbjfire]

Ok, I met with cat today and they pulled the service records from the previous owner of my 74. Not what I wanted to hear but what I expected. 1160 Cat Engine is worn, pistons and rings are shot, blow by is 480 CFM, parts cost more than a new engin, fuel pump parts are not available, etc. on a good note all the external parts of he engine were replaced in 06-06-2011. Including hoses, belts, alternator, water pump, etc.

I am burning about half a gallon of oil per 500 miles. I can handle this for now.

Do I repair what I have or do I re-power? Going to be about the same cost. Re-power is going to be easier and less of a headache.

Suggestions, what has been done before, who has re-powered and with what? Seen a couple cummins. Just looking for suggestions and experence?

We're going to have fun and run her for now until she can't go anymore. Not going to damage anything more unless the fuel pump timing gets off.

Thanks,
Roy...