gator_grabber

I have been searching the forums all night and can't seem to find a good write up on the removal of the P7100. I need to replace a leaking tappet cover gasket tomorrow and am trying to find a good article with photos, required tools, etc. to get the IP out of the way. I saw one somewhere but forgot to bookmark it. Can anyone point me in the right direction? I'm doing the job away from my shop, so knowing what lies ahead will be of great help. Thanks!

Troutstrannysvc

I am sure there is a guide posted on the internet somewhere, I would suggest searching the forums, or google.

As far as tools go, you will need to remove the cam gear. In order to do so you will need a gear puller (snap on has a set, and i'm pretty sure miller does also. Theses sets do not require you to remove the front timing cover (so that would be the quicker way around).

It is a pretty straight forward process. There is a mount that holds the pump, after you get motor TDC get timing gear removed you will then move forward w/ intake tubing, injector lines, fuel lines, fuel filter mount, ect.

Hope you find what you need, maybe look into a haynes or chilton manual.

gator_grabber

Thanks for checking in. The job is just about complete now (rain delay here), but what I was looking for, and never found, was a step-by-step tutorial with photos. I was a bit surprised because there are quite a few out there for the later generation engines, but seemingly nothing like that for the P7100. Who knows, maybe I just missed something. Thanks again!

esde

LooKing for the same thing, as my pump is making a mystery noise, and is the shitty California pump, so I intend to take it off, and send it out to get checked and tweaked. I've read through some other peoples posts, but would love a start to finish account w pics.

infidel

Every thing you need to know about removal is in the factory service manual.
Anyone who wants to do their own work should have one.
Only $35 here> http://www.genosgarage.com/products.asp?dept=241

gator_grabber

I'm a firm believer in FSMs and have purchased one for every vehicle I've ever owned. That said, I always endeavor to find better, smarter ways to get the job done. Why else would any of us use the forums? Cheers!