When should you replace injectors on 5.9 Cummins?

between 200,000 and 300,000 kms
How long do fuel injectors last? Fuel injectors for the Dodge Cummins 5.9L should last between 200,000 and 300,000 kms when properly treated. This means running good quality clean diesel fuel.

What HP are stock 5.9 Cummins injectors?

235 horsepower
Description. This is a genuine Bosch brand NEW injector for 1998.5-2002 5.9L 24 Valve Cummins with automatic transmission. This is for stock engines which are 235 horsepower equipped with an automatic transmission. These injectors are brand new so there is NO core charge.

Is it hard to replace diesel injectors?

Replacing a fuel injector seems like a daunting project, but with a little skill you can do the job yourself and save serious money. Shops charge a huge amount for fuel injection work. If you know that you have a bad injector, the job can be done at home.

How much HP can stock 5.9 Cummins injectors handle?

roughly 500rwhp
To stand up to the kind of power the ’03-’07 5.9L Cummins’ stock turbo and injection system can support (again, roughly 500rwhp), several reinforcements are in store for the 48RE.

How much HP can a stock 5.9 Cummins handle?

The 5.9L inline-six mill’s factory rotating assembly from ’89 to ’02 is capable of handling 800 hp (1,400 to 1,600 lb-ft of torque) without breaking a sweat, and is often pushed into four-digit territory before aftermarket rods become a consideration.

How long can you drive with bad injectors?

How long can you drive with a bad fuel injector? You can drive at least 5,000 miles or more with a bad fuel injector. But you should avoid driving with a bad fuel injector as it can damage other parts of the fuel system. You should not ignore bad fuel injector symptoms.

What causes Cummins injectors to fail?

Some conditions that can cause problems for your injectors include: short runs, excessive idling, cool operating, and light engine loadings. These can lead to deposit problems in your combustion chamber, exhaust spaces, turbocharger, and DPF filter.