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About Waheed Shittu
Expertise
Cummins Engine repairs N, V and K series for truck and generator set applications.

Experience
I have over 20 years of experience working on Cummins generators , Cummins powered Foden and ERF and freightliner trucks

Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Science(Summa cum laude) MBA Production and operations management

Awards and Honors
Who's who among students in American Universities 1987,88 Best overall TTC student Federal College of Education Technical Akoka Lagos Nigeria 1983/84 session

Past/Present Clients
West African Portland Cement Co Plc, Portland transport; Woollen and Synthetic Tex. Man. Ltd;

 
   

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Truck Repair - 2001 Volvo Cummings N14 oil consumption


Expert: Waheed Shittu - 6/6/2009

Question
I have a 2001 Volvo with cummings N14.  I have seen many issues with the truck.  Recently, it started consuming oil and fuel like crazy.  Sometimes, I have to add up to 2 gallons while I only run 400 miles daily. I feel that there is less pressure, then I check the guage to find few drops left.  It does not leak at all.  Any input please?

Answer
An unusual sudden drop in oil level/ oil consumption may be due to a faulty turbocharger. The turbo bearings , shaft housing need be checked.
Furthermore, confirm if you have been having blue smoke emmission, in this case, you may need to re ring your engine or replace both liner and piston rings set,

Regards,

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