The Diesel Boys Maintenance Thread *4x4/4x2*

wagon r · Posted: Mon Sep 11, 2006 12:56 pm Post subject:

....i smoke most on hard acceleration.....other wise it's minimal, hard to see in the day, shows up in light at night.

...i monitor how bad the van smokes by the amt. i see @ night. one advantage of the mitsus are that the muffler exists on the driver's side behind the back wheel.

bleedingfreak · Posted: Tue Sep 12, 2006 4:07 pm Post subject:

bleedingfreak · Posted: Fri Sep 22, 2006 7:48 am Post subject:

Okay... put in Red Line Fuel treatment.

No more smoke

Wink

Val · Posted: Fri Sep 22, 2006 8:52 am Post subject:

That fuel treatment you put in, is it a diesel modifier or a fuel injector cleaner?

bleedingfreak · Posted: Mon Sep 25, 2006 10:47 am Post subject:

equipped2ripp · Posted: Mon Sep 25, 2006 2:54 pm Post subject:

equipped2ripp · Posted: Mon Sep 25, 2006 3:00 pm Post subject: AMSOIL Diesel Fuel Modifier

AMSOIL Diesel Fuel Modifier is an all season performance, improver that treats up to 40 gallons. Lowers diesel fuel gel point by 20° to 30° F, depending on mix ratio. Improves the performance, fuel efficiency and longevity of diesel engines while reducing deposits, black smoke, emissions and injector wear.

For use in light-duty diesel engines. (Such as the Ford Powerstroke, General Motors Duramax, and Dodge Cummins)

Treats up to 40 gallons.

Performance Features
Improves fuel economy
Extends injector life
Increases fuel stability
Reduces emissions
Improves cold fuel flow
Improves cold start-ability
Controls injector wear
Compatible with AMSOIL Cetane Boost

equipped2ripp · Posted: Mon Sep 25, 2006 3:02 pm Post subject: AMSOIL Cetane Boost Additive

AMSOIL Cetane Boost improves combustion efficiency by increasing the Cetane level by up to 7 points which increases power in diesel engines. By raising the Cetane up to 7 points you improve low-temperature starting, fuel ignition quality, and reliability. One bottle of AMSOIL Cetane Boost Treats up to 200 gallons.

Performance Features
Raises Cetane level up to 7 points
Improves ignition quality
Improves low-temp starting
Reduces cranking time
Reduces emissions and smoke
Provides smoother, quieter operation
Increases efficiency
Compatible with AMSOIL Diesel Fuel Additive Concentrate

equipped2ripp · Posted: Mon Sep 25, 2006 3:03 pm Post subject: AMSOIL Diesel Fuel Additive

AMSOIL Diesel Fuel Additive provides all-season performance, one bottle treats up to 100 gallons. Lowers diesel fuel gel point by 20° to 30° F, depending on mix ratio. Improves the performance, fuel efficiency and longevity of diesel engines while reducing deposits, black smoke, emissions and injector wear.

For use in heavy-duty diesel engines. (Such as Mack, Freightliner, and Peterbilt) Treats up to 100 gallons.

Performance Features
Improves fuel economy
Extends injector life
Increases fuel stability
Reduces emissions
Improves cold fuel flow
Improves cold start-ability
Controls injector wear
Compatible with AMSOIL Cetane Boost

equipped2ripp · Posted: Mon Sep 25, 2006 3:27 pm Post subject:

Lucas Upper Cylinder Lubricant & Injector Cleaner is formulated for gasoline, diesel and LPG engines. It contains no harmful solvents or alcohol. It gives your fuel system what it really needs - a blend of super slick oils and additives with a high detergent action that allows the engine to operate at maximum efficiency. Also, it cleans and lubricates the carburetor and injectors and causes the fuel to burn more thoroughly for increased power, less fuel consumption, and fewer emissions.

Lucas Fuel Treatment should definitely be used in vehicles that require leaded fuel because it actually replaces the benefits of lead in gasoline without causing harmful emissions. Use it to pass smog tests. Finally, it totally neutralizes the harmful effects of low sulfur diesel fuel.

Key Benefits:
A great tune-up in a bottle
Cleans and lubricates the fuel system
Neutralizes low sulfur fuel problems
Increases power and miles per gallon by burning excess exhaust emissions
Increases the life of pumps and injectors

this is what i use now in my diesel engine... from using this i've seen a reduction in black smoke and also a slight increase in power

wagon r · Posted: Tue Sep 26, 2006 7:16 am Post subject:

.....whey......check drugs for the the L2..... Laughing

Grover · Posted: Tue Sep 26, 2006 3:24 pm Post subject:

Using the fuel saving techniques above, I was able to get >810km on a tank which costed $98.00 to re-fill to an absolute max.
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Nice selection of AMSOIL goodies, where can we get them to buy locally?

equipped2ripp · Posted: Tue Sep 26, 2006 5:27 pm Post subject:

Grover, on what vehicle?

u can get the amsoil at carplus or nu-kar

bleedingfreak · Posted: Wed Sep 27, 2006 7:05 am Post subject:

Since equipped2ripp getting his commission, I will see if I can find the Amsoil next week. Laughing

Anyways, changed the oil - using the Castrol TurboGuard Guardian3 thingy... whatever it's called. It's a 15W40.

This morning got a nice easy start - two chugs and she start, oil light went out in 2 seconds! Engine quieter too? I think. Idling better, smoother. We'll see if it keeps up.

Unless I imagining all that... but I won't like to think so.

Also put in another Red Line - cause I did a Guayaguayare and Icacos this weekend gone... On ONE tank Razz

equipped2ripp · Posted: Wed Sep 27, 2006 8:16 pm Post subject:

bleedingfreak, keep us posted on how the castrol turboguard guardian3 works... i feel i gonna use that next oil change.

bleedingfreak · Posted: Thu Sep 28, 2006 7:08 am Post subject: Re: AMSOIL Diesel Fuel Modifier

bleedingfreak · Posted: Thu Sep 28, 2006 7:15 am Post subject:

equipped2ripp · Posted: Thu Sep 28, 2006 9:57 pm Post subject:

bleedingfreak, yeah i guess you can use them together... i will try it this next week and i'll see if it makes a difference.

note that the modifier has graduations on the bottle (just as the redline)... so i usually use like 4-6oz. per tank.... 'cause we have poor quality diesel

bleedingfreak · Posted: Fri Sep 29, 2006 7:42 am Post subject:

^^^ I'll look into it this weekend or early next week after the Redline runs through the system.

Grover · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 10:58 am Post subject:

Val · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 11:02 am Post subject:

bleedingfreak · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 11:41 am Post subject:

Val · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 11:58 am Post subject:

It would have different additives I think.

bleedingfreak · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 12:05 pm Post subject:

^^ I agree... Never thought of it like that though...

equipped2ripp · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 4:32 pm Post subject:

the turboguard guardian3 is way more advanced than the ultramax... the ultramax is for older, high mileage diesel engines

sweeks · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 8:46 pm Post subject:

Fellas I just switched from Castrol Ultramax to Mobile Delvac1. It was my 30 000km service. I was thinking about using an engine flush but my mechanic advised against it.

My big question now how long should I run the synthetic oil between service intervals. I'm thinking around 7000 - 8000 km.

I've seen some service interval for some diesel engines in the UK go up to 30 000km.

I'm open to suggestions.

bleedingfreak · Posted: Thu Oct 05, 2006 3:08 pm Post subject:

sweeks, keep your service intervals about the same. That's my advice.

With the Ultramax I used to change every 7500km, and I intend to keep that same interval. Maintenance is the key to keeping your diesel running good!

If you run 8000 km between oil changes, I don't see why you can't go to 10,000km. I won't, though, with the turbo and all that.

sweeks · Posted: Fri Oct 06, 2006 9:56 pm Post subject:

What type of vehicle/engine do you have? What type of filter do you use?

http://www.mobil.com/USA-En...Diesel_Engine_Oil_FAQ.asp

Have a look at the link above. It changed my entire perspective. I'm now thinking about running the Delvac 1 full synthetic oil to 12 000km and changing the filter (Sakura) at 6000km.

I'll continue researching.

equipped2ripp · Posted: Sat Oct 07, 2006 2:25 am Post subject:

the synthetic can be changed every 8-10K or so. i think in the UK it would differ because of atmospheric conditions and driving patterns, or i may be wrong Confused

sweeks · Posted: Sat Oct 07, 2006 6:27 am Post subject:

Also the quality of diesel in the UK is of a much higher cleaner standard.