Synthetic Fluids

• Engine Oil
  • 20 Quarts
  • Mobil 1 0W-30 - $5/Quart in 5 Quart Size (Wal-Mart)
    • Update: Mobil 1 5W-40 Turbo Diesel only one that meets API CJ-4
  • Mobil 1 Extended Performance 5W-30 - $5.50/Quart in 5 Quart Size (Wal-Mart)
    • Update: Does Not Meet API CJ-4
  • Royal Purple HPS 5W-30, 5 gallon, PN: 35530 - $163.40 (Jegs)
    • Update: Royal Purple 15W-40 only one that meets API CJ-4
  • Update: Look like I am going with Mobil 1 5W-40 Turbo Diesel
• Transmission
  • Total Capacity: 25 Quarts
  • Drain & Refill: 19 Quarts
  • Mobil 1 Synthetic ATF - $11/Quart
  • Royal Purple Max ATF, 5 gallon, PN: 05320 - $263.79 (Jegs)
• Transfer Case
  • 6.5 Quarts
  • Mobil 1 75W-90 - $11/Quart
  • Royal Purple Max Gear 75W-90, 5 gallon, PN: 05300 - $287.38 (Jegs)
• Differentials
  • 12 Quarts (each), so 36 Quarts
  • Mobil 1 75W-90
  • Royal Purple Max Gear 75W-90, 5 gallon, PN: 05300
• Power Steering Fluid
  • 3 Quarts
  • Mobil 1 Synthetic ATF
  • Royal Purple Max ATF, 5 gallon, PN: 05320
• Hydraulic System
  • 32 Quarts
  • Mobil 1 Synthetic ATF
  • Royal Purple Max ATF, 5 gallon, PN: 05320
• Winch Gear Case
  • 2.6 Pints
  • Mobil 1 75W-90
  • Royal Purple Max Gear 75W-90, 5 gallon, PN: 05300
• Grease Points / Zerks
  • Mobil 1 Synthetic Grease - $7/tube
  • Royal Purple Ultra-Performance Grease - $9/tube
• Coolant
  • 40 Quarts
  • Evans Heavy Duty Waterless Coolant - $48/Gallon

• Grand Total: (Mobil 1 / Royal Purple)
  • Motor Oil: 20 quarts - $100 / $164
  • ATF: 60 Quarts - $660 / $792
  • Gear Oil: 44 Quarts - $484 / $632
  • Grease: 5 Tubes (Guessing) - $35 / $45
  • Mobil 1 = $1,279, Royal Purple = $1,633
  • Evans Coolant = $384

I'd rather spend my money on...

Nitrogen in the tires to get rid of that low performance air.

Carbon Fiber troop seats, uprights and bows.

Billet aluminum brake, clutch and throttle pedals.

Re machining all SAE threads to Metric.

And finally, adding cooling fins to the cylinders and heads to elimate the chance of a coolant leak(full air cooled conversion).

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doghead said:

I dranks some rainx once.

Sweat beaded up on my forehead!

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I'll bet your eyes didn't tear up though...they just ran right down your face.

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jdknech said:

in the older trucks like ours, I dont see a point to changing it all over to synthetic oils... and STAY AWAY fron amsoil!! it will eat the seals out of whatever it is in.. (on older style seals) I learned this the hard way, and tosted a NV6500 trans, and a transfer-case, and had to re-gasket the engine in a dodge 3500 diesel..

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[h=2]General Information[/h]

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Fleetguard is a subsidiary of Cummins Inc. Fleetguard® filters are developed through joint testing at Cummins and Fleetguard®. Fleetguard® filters are standard on new Cummins engines. Cummins Inc. recommends their use. Fleetguard products meet all Cummins Source Approval Test standards to provide the quality filtration necessary to achieve the engine's design life. If other brands are substituted, insist on products that the supplier has tested to meet Cummins high-quality standards. Cummins can not be responsible for problems caused by nongenuine filters that do not meet Cummins performance or durability requirements. [h=4]Fuel Filters[/h] Fuel Filter: Cummins Part Number 3931063 Fleetguard® Part Number FF5052. Fuel-Water Separator: Cummins Part Number 3930942 Fleetguard® Part Number FS1280. [h=4]Lubricating Oil Filter[/h] Cummins Part Number 3401544 Fleetguard® Part Number LF9009.

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[h=2]Fully Formulated Coolant/Antifreeze[/h]

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Cummins, Inc. recommends using either a 50/50 mixture of high-quality water and fully formulated antifreeze or fully formulated coolant when filling the cooling system. The fully formulated antifreeze or coolant must meet TMC RP 329 or TMC RP 330 specifications. SMALL | MEDIUM | LARGE CAUTION High-quality water is important for cooling system performance. Excessive levels of calcium and magnesium contribute to scaling problems, and excessive levels of chlorides and sulfates cause cooling system corrosion. SMALL | MEDIUM | LARGE Cummins, Inc. recommends using Fleetguard® Compleat. It is available in both glycol forms (ethylene and propylene) and complies with TMC standards. SMALL | MEDIUM | LARGE Fully formulated antifreeze must be mixed with high-quality water at a 50/50 ratio (40- to 60-percent working range). A 50/50 mixture of antifreeze and water has a -36°C [-33°F] freezing point and a 108°C [226°F] boiling point, which is adequate for North America. The actual lowest freezing point of ethylene glycol antifreeze is at 68 percent. Using higher concentrations of antifreeze will raise the freezing point of the solution and increase the possibility of a silicate gel problem. [h=4]Legend[/h] [h=4]Legend[/h] Freezing Point Temperature Scale Boiling Point Temperature Scale SMALL | MEDIUM | LARGE A refractometer must be used to measure the freezing point of the coolant accurately. SMALL | MEDIUM | LARGE Do not use a floating ball hydrometer. Use of a floating ball hydrometer can give an incorrect reading. SMALL | MEDIUM | LARGE Specifications Use a low-silicate antifreeze that meets ASTM4985 test (GM6038M specification) criteria. Concentration Antifreeze must be used in any climate for both freezing- and boiling-point protection. Cummins Inc. recommends a 50-percent concentration level (40- to 60-percent range) of ethylene glycol or propylene glycol in most climates. Antifreeze at 68-percent concentration provides the maximum freeze protection and must never be exceeded under any condition. Antifreeze protection decreases above 68 percent. Ethylene Glycol Propylene Glycol 40% equals -23°C [-9°F] 40% equals -21°C [-6°F] 50% equals -37°C [-35°F] 50% equals -33°C [-27°F] 60% equals -54°C [-65°F] 60% equals -49°C [-56°F] 68% equals -71°C [-96°F] 68% equals -63°C [-81°F] Concentration Testing Antifreeze concentration must be checked using a refractometer (such as Fleetguard® Part No. CC2800). "Floating-Ball"-type density testers or hydrometers are not accurate enough for use with heavy-duty diesel cooling systems. Coolant Change Recommendation The coolant must be drained and replaced every 2 years or 385,000 km [239,227 mi] to eliminate buildup of harmful chemicals.

[h=2]Cooling System Additives[/h]

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[h=4]Supplemental Coolant Additive (SCA)[/h] Supplemental coolant additives (SCA) are recommended for all Cummins Inc. cooling systems. Antifreeze alone does not provide sufficient protection for heavy-duty diesel engines. DCA4 DCA4 is the recommended SCA for all Cummins Inc. engines. Other brands can be used if they provide adequate engine protection and do not cause seal or gasket degradation or corrosion/fouling. SCA Concentration The recommended concentration level of DCA4 is 1.5 units for every 3.7 liters [1 gal]. The DCA4 concentration must never exceed 3.0 units for every 3.7 liters [1 gal] nor fall below 1.2 units for every 3.7 liters [1 gal]. DCA4 Filter Change Interval Supplemental coolant additives deplete during normal engine operation. Cummins Inc. recommends that the level be maintained by installation of a service coolant filter on the engine at every 10,000-km [6214 mi], 250-hours, or 3-month interval. DCA4 Concentration Test As noted above, the primary method is to maintain proper DCA4 concentration levels by changing the service coolant filter at every 10,000 km [6214 mi], 250 hours, or 3 months. Fleetguard® DCA4 “dipstick” test kit, Part No. CC2626, or Fleetguard® Monitor C™, Part No. CC2700, must be used if testing is deemed necessary due to one of the following reasons: Addition of untreated make-up coolant in excess of 5.7 liters [6 qt] between maintenance intervals Troubleshooting of cooling system problems in the fleet (such as corrosion or seal leakage) An optional program in some fleets to monitor SCA levels to determine if maintenance intervals are acceptable. [h=4]NOTE: The practice of using a test kit to determine when to add or change the coolant filter is specifically not recommended. No other test kit (such as Fleetguard® titration test kit, Part No. 3300846-S or 3825379-S) can be used on Cummins engines with DCA4.[/h] DCA4 Unit Maintenance Guide Fleetguard® Part No. Cummins Part No. DCA4 Units DCA4 Liquid DCA 60L 3315459 4* DCA4 Filter WF-2070 3318157 2 WF-2071 3315116 4 WF-2072 3318201 6 WF-2073 3315115 8 WF-2074 3316053 12 WF-2077 None 0 *If DCA 60L is used, do not use a coolant filter that contains coolant additives. The combination of liquid and filter coolant additives will result in overconcentration. DCA4 Maintenance Guide Maintenance Intervals Total Cooling System Capacity Initial Charge (B) 10,000 km [6000 mi], 250 Hours, or 3 Months 30 to 57 liters [8 to 15 gal] WF-2074 WF-2070 Notes: Consult the vehicle equipment manufacturer's maintenance information for the total cooling system capacity. After draining and replacing the coolant, install the initial per-charge coolant filter to provide the recommended level of DCA4 concentration. Change the coolant filter at regular intervals to protect the cooling system. Check the coolant additive concentration regularly. Check the cooling system using Fleetguard® DCA4 only with DCA4 coolant test kit, Part No.CC-2626.

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Do not use sealing additives in the cooling system. The use of sealing additives will Build up in coolant low-flow areas Clog coolant filters Plug radiator and oil cooler Possibly damage water pump seal. SMALL | MEDIUM | LARGE

[h=2]Cooling System Soluble Oils[/h]	TOC
Do not use soluble oils in the cooling system. The use of soluble oils will Allow cylinder liner pitting Corrode brass and copper Damage heat transfer surfaces Damage seals and hoses. SMALL | MEDIUM | LARGE

Last Modified: 13-Dec-2011

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• URL: http://evanscooling.com/news/press-releases/cavitation-test-results/

[h=2]10-06-2009: Evans Reports Waterless Coolant Proved Superior in ASTM-Approved Cavitation Test[/h] News » Press Releases » 10-06-2009: Evans Reports Waterless Coolant Proved Superior in ASTM-Approved Cavitation Test

Evans Waterless Hails Findings of John Deere Coolant Cavitation Test​

SUFFIELD, Conn. - October 6, 2009 - Evans Cooling Systems hailed the findings of the ASTM D7583 Standard Test Method for the John Deere Coolant Cavitation Test, reporting that its waterless engine coolant achieved results that cannot be matched by any water-based coolant. Evans is the developer of the only commercial waterless engine coolants.
The 250 hour engine dynamometer test, developed to determine the ability of various coolants to resist engine cylinder liner cavitation erosion, was recently approved by ASTM International as a Standard Test Method. Official approval came October 2, 2009, culminating years of coolant testing performed according to the method. Many coolants were tested during the trial period, including Evans Waterless Heavy Duty Thermal Coolant (HDTC). The testing itself is performed by the Southwest Research Institute, an independent, nonprofit applied research and development organization in San Antonio, TX.
Cylinder liner cavitation erosion, the formation of pits that penetrate into cylinder liners from the coolant side, is the most difficult corrosion problem for heavy duty engines. The consequence of cavitation erosion damage can mean a complete rebuild of the engine. Whether cavitation erosion occurs or not depends upon the formulation of the coolant used.
"The establishment of ASTM D7583 is an important milestone for determining how well individual coolants protect against cavitation erosion of cylinder liners, and we're very pleased to have excelled in this ASTM-approved John Deere Coolant Cavitation Test," said Thomas Light, Chief Engineer of Evans Cooling Systems. "We believe our coolants' low count -- 21 pits - is lower than any other coolant would achieve."
Evans Waterless HDTC boils at 375⁰F and protects to below -40⁰F, which is an advantage because HDTC is operated much colder than its boiling point. This is, in contrast to water-based coolants that are all operated close to their boiling points. Cavitation erosion comes from the repeated formation and collapse of coolant vapor, and because it is waterless, HDTC doesn't create vapor.
Evans HDTC is based on the company's patented waterless coolant technology, and is designed for vehicles and equipment powered by heavy duty diesel engines. The huge separation between the boiling point of HDTC and its operating temperature permit engines to operate safely at higher than conventional temperatures and enable fuel saving strategies that include higher temperature thermostats and reduced fan-on time.
HDTC is a lifetime coolant that never needs replacement as long as contamination by water is avoided. No coolant maintenance and no SCAs are required. There is less stress on hoses and other plumbing because, with HDTC, the system pressure is lower due to no vapor component.
For more information on Evans waterless coolants, visit the Evans website at www.evanscooling.com, or call +1.860.668.1114.
About Evans Cooling Systems, Inc.
Evans Cooling Systems, Inc., with headquarters and R&D facilities in Sharon, Conn., has focused on engine cooling and related areas for over 35 years. The company has a distribution center, as well as a team of high performance engine cooling experts based in Pottstown, Penn., a heavy duty diesel sales and marketing office in Suffield, Conn., as well as facilities in China. Evans is committed to maintaining a cleaner, safer environment, and continually seeks to improve product and process choices for many heavy duty diesel, high performance and mainstream engine applications. Evans waterless engine cooling technology is used today by numerous fleets, with trials in process at major carriers worldwide. www.evanscooling.com, +1.860.668.1114.
Media Contact:
Paul Hughes, Topaz Partners
Phone: +1.781.404.2416
Email: Evans@topazpartners.com

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