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The J-35641-A Cylinder Head Lifting Fixture bolts directly to the Detroit Diesel Series 60 cylinder head, providing secure, balanced lift points to safely remove and install heavy heads—no more dangerous balancing with chains or straps. Prevents drops, head damage, and technician injury.

The High Costs & Dangers of Improper Cylinder Head Lifting on Detroit 60

A 200+ lb Series 60 head balanced on chains, slings, or improvised methods can slip, tip, drop, crack the casting, bend studs, or cause serious injury to technicians.

• Head drop / casting crack – $1,200–$4,500 head replacement or repair
• Gasket surface / stud damage – $600–$2,200 machining & parts
• Technician injury (crush, back strain) – $6,000–$60,000+ medical & lost time
• Extended downtime – 24–72 hours truck off-road ($600–$2,500/day)
• Rework labor & contamination – 10–25 extra hours at $150–$300/hr
• Liability & insurance hikes — Long-term shop impact

What is the J-35641-A Cylinder Head Lifting Fixture?

The J-35641-A Cylinder Head Lifting Fixture (ATC J35641A) is a precision-engineered lift bracket that bolts securely to the Detroit Diesel Series 60 cylinder head, offering multiple stable hoist attachment points for controlled, level lifting.

Designed for professional diesel shops, fleets, and rebuild facilities, it eliminates risky balancing, prevents costly drops, improves safety, and speeds head removal/installation on 11.1L, 12.7L, and 14L Series 60 engines.

Complete Tool Specifications & Compatibility

Professional Features & Safety Benefits

Economic Impact: J-35641-A ROI for Shops & Fleets

Scenario	Cost Impact
J-35641-A safe lift	Tool – $115.00 investment
Head crack / replacement	$1,200–$4,500
Injury / workers' comp	$6,000–$60,000+
Downtime & rework	$3,000–$15,000
Total incident cost	$10,200–$79,500 per event
J-35641-A ROI (first prevention)	89–691X return on investment

When Detroit 60 Techs Choose J-35641-A

• Detroit Series 60 cylinder head removal
• Series 60 in-frame / out-of-frame overhaul
• Head gasket, valve, injector service
• Freightliner / Western Star fleet maintenance
• Heavy-duty diesel rebuild shops
• Safe heavy component handling
• OSHA-compliant shop practices

Why Series 60 Pros Trust J-35641-A

Detroit specialists choose the J-35641-A for its rock-solid bolt-on design, balanced lift capability, and ability to eliminate $10K–$80K incidents from drops and injuries. It’s the professional standard for safe, efficient head service.

From long-haul fleets to rebuild shops, this fixture keeps heads intact and techs safe.

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