Levi and Dakota 13.5L

This was the year that we decided that we would do the 13.5L engine that we have had for a few years. It had a rod and crank issue and some problems with the timing gears. Dakota and Levi took on this challenge knowing that the mechanical issues would be the easy part. They started working on the electronics in February by starting with a controller and then building a CAN bus system. The electrical project involved mornings before class and any other free time. It has developed into a hybrid system with combine controllers, a 9L fuel pump and various other used and new parts. In am expecting RPM as soon as we figure out what a matrix has to do with the engine speed.

Spare parts!!

John Deere Tech!!