Mitch 4045

Mitch tore down an engine that needed a little repair. It had a broken injection pump aneroid and rod bearings that were nearly spun. We installed a different injection pump that had the pumping plungers stuck. Don't let the hammer show fool you though because we had to disassemble the pump and use lacquer thinner and the hammer to free the plungers.

 

 

John Deere Tech!!

Blake And Austin 8.1L HPCR

Blake and Austin were the first to run this year with this 8.1L HPCR. They had a little issue with a "sticky" injector but that gave them an opportunity to diagnose the problem. A little heat from a lighter on the coolant temp sensor and we were able to complete the Interactive Tests with Service ADVISOR 5 to pinpoint the problem.







John Deere Tech!!!

Engine Class 2017

We have engines out of the rack and in many pieces. Cleaning and measuring is keeping everyone entertained. We have 4.5L, 7.6L, 8.1L, 9.0L, 10.5L, 12.5L and 13.5L engines apart this year eighteen in all. Here are some pictures.

John Deere Tech!

Consumer Products/Engines Class

CP class is well underway. We have been playing with little toys before we start the big projects in Engine class next month. We have been taking apart small engines, setting valves, timing fuel pumps and connecting wires. Here are some videos.

 

 

John Deere Tech

John Deere Information Technology

Information Technology class this year was a challenge for all of us. Service ADVISOR 5 standalone had just been released and we loaded 32 new computers with the new software. We also added some emissions training to the class this year. The lab offered experiences on Final Tier 4 equipment using Service ADVISOR 5. Near the end of the class the students tested online for John Deere Service ADVISOR Certification and all were successful. We wrapped up the class with presentations. Here are some pictures.

 



Implement Class

Splicing belts, programing guidance systems, calibrating sprayers and testing row units kept everyone busy during John Deere Implement class again this year.

 



Remodeling Cont........

This remodel process has been a long one. We are making progress and on November 2nd we would like you to come and see what we have done. We are using the west shop, the old computer lab, the new computer lab and we have started to use Room 108. We are starting to empty the trailers and move things back into the building but there is still much work to be done. I am working diligently to overcome being a pack rat and its not easy.

Class of 2018

We are off and running on the new class for this year. We have studied the Metric System, tools, micrometers, safety, acronyms and fasteners. I believe they enjoyed the acronyms the most. We are using the west side of the shop while the remodel continues. Here are some pics.

 

 

 

Summer Remodel

Its been a long summer but we have a new lobby, office, computer lab and new paint and most of all we have water in the building. Construction is still going on in the east side of the building but we will be ready to go by August 22nd. Look for a Grand Opening on November 2nd. Here are some pictures.

This is the new computer lab.

Remodeled lobby with a door big enough to roll in the 12.5L engine.

New and newly repainted racks in position in the west lab.

This is the old computer lab and now a classroom.

This is the engine store room with new sewer lift pumps.

This is the first time I have seen it empty.

This is the new entry. I wanted to see the 12.5L through the window

but that didn't work out very well.

Graduation 2016

After two years of preparation thirty students have made it to graduation day. We wish you well in your endeavors. It has been a fun ride.