How long will a DT466 last?
the average 466 will run 450 – 550k befor needing a rebuild @ about $7k. however, the injection pump which is mechanical is very expensive to have rebuilt or replaced. and they usually don’t last as long as the engine.
What is the best year for DT466?
DT466, #1 and no competition. The BEST years were 1988-1993 and 1994-2002 being second.
How much horsepower can you get out of a DT466?
From the factory the DT466 could be purchased in trucks with HP options up to 250-275 HP. If you choose to increase much more than that you will start to have some reliability issues.
How do you turn the fuel up on a DT466?
Loosen the 4 bolts to access the fuel plate, slide to front of engine, reinstall. Then turn the star wheel towards engine under the allen head bolt to adjust “smoke”.
Is DT466 a good motor?
Reliable but quite gutless. DT466 engines were surely one of the BEST ever in medium duty sized trucks. Mechanical engines,very reliable. The Navistar people that took that engine design with them on the breakup of IHC years ago, very smart.
How many miles is too many for a Skoolie?
If you want to convert a school bus into a mobile home or camper, you should be safe with buying one that has around 150,000 miles, as this is usually deemed “low miles” for a school bus. As such, it should still have plenty of miles left before needing significant repairs.
What does the DT stand for in DT466?
The 300 line was more compact than the 400’s and shared a common bore of 3.875. It included the D312 (4.410-in stroke) and the D (Diesel, naturally aspirated) and DT (Diesel, Turbo) 360 (5.085-in stroke) diesels.
Who builds the DT466 engine?
Navistar International
Electronic injection Variants
| Navistar DT466E | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Navistar International |
| Production | 1994-2004 |
| Layout |
Can you tune a DT466E?
The DT can be tuned up to 500 HP but you won’t have a 500K mile engine any more. The DT in 300 HP form has quite a bit of torque and will pull any LEGAL load you can put on it.
How much boost can a DT466 handle?
In the world of high performance tractor pulling, mega-horsepower versions of the DT466 are the norm. They’re especially common in the prestigious Super Stock class, where engines are saddled with as many as four turbochargers and hold up to 300-psi of boost while belting out more than 4,000 hp.
Can you tune a dt466e?
How do you turn a dt360?
Take the plug off with either a 5/16″ or 8mm allen wrench. Spin the star wheel towards the front of the pump(rotate towards the pass side) to increase low end power(smoke)and away for less low end smoke(essentially releasing the tension on the spring inside).
How many horsepower does a DT466 diesel engine have?
If you’ve ever been to a tractor pull and seen all of those 50-year-old IH machines running at the front of the pack, you’ve seen the DT466 platform in action. Big Boost: 2 Engines, 6 Turbos and 8,000 HP! The 440 Big Block V8 Was More Than Just Chrysler’s Muscle Car Engine
Why does my 2004 DT466 engine not start?
I have a 2004 4300 international dt466 it cranks but no start. I have changed all sensors still nothing check fuel pressure injector orings im stuck. Engine position sensor shows up when u put computer on it. Where should I check for a broken wire maybe? Plug to sensor has power and sensor is good.
Where is the cam sensor on a DT466?
The cam sensor does it all ! It is located on the front cover where the belt runs ! Just by the waterpump pulley ! I will provide you with a link to a hard start sheet for this engine if you wish ! You would follow the sheet to help pinpoint where the problem is ! Here you go ! Let me know if you get stuck on something ! Thanks !
What are the connecting rods on a DT466?
Either version of the cylinder head featured robust, ductile-iron rocker arms, hardened valve seats and fastened to the block via the aforementioned six-bolt per cylinder arrangement. Falling right in line with the DT466 power plant’s common theme of being overbuilt, the connecting rods are darn near bombproof.