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Title: 8.3 Fuel Solenoid
Post by: jor on June 20, 2021, 04:33:29 pm
I think I'll replace my original fuel solenoid just because. I've got it off anyhow after having broke the two bracket bolts (ouch!). I've reviewed a few posts and see on Amazon and eBay that prices are all over the place. OEM for $300, LarryB for $100 and a bunch of other knockoffs for like 40 bucks. How about a recommendation. Thanks.
jor

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Title: Re: 8.3 Fuel Solenoid
Post by: wayne m on June 20, 2021, 06:53:16 pm
jor
i have just ordered from amazon a fuel shut off solenoid for
5.9 and 8.3 cummins with 2.5 inch bolt spacing.
kison auto parts  sa-4026-12,3919422      $64.99
my order is from amazon canada and in canadian funds.
I believe it is coming from china.  probably taking a chance,
but it worked out well for my lift pump a while ago.
good luck
Title: Re: 8.3 Fuel Solenoid
Post by: Chuck & Jeannie on June 20, 2021, 07:01:34 pm
I can show you the part number I purchased (7 years ago) but have no idea what the price would be today.  I have had zero problems with it since I installed it, so I was very happy with my choice.

Good Price for Fuel Shutoff Solenoid? (https://www.foreforums.com/index.php?topic=21607)  (Reply #6)

Title: Re: 8.3 Fuel Solenoid
Post by: jor on June 20, 2021, 07:45:31 pm
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2.5 inch bolt spacing.

That's a surprise. Mine is 3". Figured all these old 8.3s would be the same.
jor
Title: Re: 8.3 Fuel Solenoid
Post by: oldguy on June 20, 2021, 08:03:29 pm
See if there is a part number on the solenoid. I know there are different solenoids.
I replace 2 on a 8.3 Cummins and the ones I got came from Mexico. If they go they
don't leave you stranded as it can just be tied.
Title: Re: 8.3 Fuel Solenoid
Post by: Barry & Cindy on June 20, 2021, 09:16:34 pm
We bought Cummins upgraded larger fuel shut off solenoid which came with new bracket. Lots of ways to get Cummins shop prices at Cummins parts desk.
Title: Re: 8.3 Fuel Solenoid
Post by: jor on June 20, 2021, 11:22:42 pm
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See if there is a part number on the solenoid.
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I can show you the part number I purchased     
It's the number noted in my original post. This is the OEM number. My bracket is the same. That's the bracket I am not removing as I fear that third, hard to get at bolt may shear as the other two have.

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Lots of ways to get Cummins shop prices at Cummins parts desk.
Not sure what his means, Barry?

I'll probably just get the one for a hundred bucks as several other members have. Thanks.
jor

Title: Re: 8.3 Fuel Solenoid
Post by: jor on June 21, 2021, 03:20:01 pm
Ended up ordering a LarryB's. Would have been nice to find an OEM for the price Chuck found but no luck. That must have been a guy that found some new old stock and jumped on it. Anyhow, I'll install the LarryB and keep mine for a spare.
jor