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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 06:59 AM
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I didn't know what the 50 cent mod was until this thread. I heard lots of mention, but never pics or a vid.
 
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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 09:51 AM
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I work on diesels all day long but since its my truck I have like 100000 questions before I do something.

Should the valve cover gaskets be replaced when doing this mod? Im going to guess no unless they pull up or rip.

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They are reusable.
 
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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 09:53 AM
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Originally Posted by Liquid10Rider
I work on diesels all day long but since its my truck I have like 100000 questions before I do something.

Should the valve cover gaskets be replaced when doing this mod? Im going to guess no unless they pull up or rip.

-AJ
They are reusable, plus they are about $100 for the set, so be carefull.
 
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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 02:02 PM
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Sounds good thanks for the info.
 
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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 03:23 PM
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Great tread. I to was unsure exactly what this was. I thought it was on the outside. Great read, Chet
 
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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 05:39 PM
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Great thread! This would also be a great time to test glow plugs and possibly check injector o-rings too right?
 
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