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Cummins/Onan DJ30 — Adjust Governor Speed

Adjustments

For the Cummins/Onan DJ30, from the Cummins/Onan service manual.

Applies to: Onan (Onan Division of Studebaker Corporation, Minneapolis, Minnesota) Spec T, Cummins/Onan DJA engine

Procedure

  1. Hold the sensitivity stud in place with a screwdriver.
  2. Change spring tension with the speed adjusting nut.
  3. More tension gives more speed.
  4. To adjust high speed of solenoid two-speed governors, change solenoid rod length.

Tools required

Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.

Full service-parts list: Onan (Onan Division of Studebaker Corporation, Minneapolis, Minnesota) Spec T →

Source: Cummins/Onan service 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.

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