I have run this engine straight out of the crate with no significant inspection since the day I got it back in 1997. I have had no issues other than slow et's
I don't think Cummins Recon was building them in 97 so you are probably safe.
Are the heads posted above the heads that were on that engine?
No, they were ordered shortly after getting the engine. I put them on a shelf and never touched them.
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