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In response to your inquiry about the DD 8v92 and with all due respect to Dan, I
would suggest the DD 2 cycle is an excellent engine, and although it is no
longer being manufactured for consumer use (because they are not "green",
thousands of them are being made in Germany and shipped back to this country for
use in military applications. In addition there are untold numbers of DD 8v92's
being used in marine and stationary applications. W.W. Williams, a nationwide
Detroit and Allison service provider has qualified DD techs and employees
skilled in the repair and servicing of these hardy engines.

The DD 2 cycle in various models has been around for more than 75 years. There
is an abundance of new and reman parts available, although sometimes they are
hard to get without a delay.

I would suggest reading some of the literature on the DD - Tejas Coach for one
and search all of the forums. Properly maintained and serviced, including proper
oil (40 wt) for sure, keeping your hoses and belts replaced (using the latest
silicone) and insuring proper coolant will keep them purring along. While it is
true repairs and rebuilding is expensive as it is with all diesels, cummins and
caterpillar.

Good searching!