Allis-Chalmers — Injection pump installation and timing
Installation · Fuel injection pump
From a Allis-Chalmers operator's manual covering: 16000MKII, 17000MKII, 21000MKII, 25000MKII. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Before you start
- Do not rotate flywheel backward to line up pointer and timing mark.
Procedure
- Make certain No. 1 piston is on compression stroke.
- Remove timing hole cover; rotate crankshaft in normal direction until pointer aligns with correct degrees BTDC.
- Position FPI mark on pump coupling hub opposite pointer on injection pump.
- Install injection pump and coupling as assembly.
- Align FPI mark on coupling with pump pointer.
- Install pump mounting capscrews and tighten to 18-23 lb-ft.
- Install hub clamp capscrews and tighten to 45 lb-ft.
- Connect lube oil supply/drain, fuel lines, governor linkage, timing hole cover, and prime fuel system.
Tools required
- Torque wrench Amazon
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Source: Allis-Chalmers operator's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.