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Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-15-2016, 06:19 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,086
Posted By 47dodge
I have left oil even dino oil in for several...

I have left oil even dino oil in for several years on vehicles that are not driven much, without haveing any troubles. However without doing an oil analysis you will not know if the oil is good or...
Forum: Alternative Fuels 04-12-2016, 06:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,890
Posted By 47dodge
I always connect to the bottom of the tote so it...

I always connect to the bottom of the tote so it is then a flooded suction, also a lot less messy.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-01-2015, 06:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,476
Posted By 47dodge
My muffler fell off once, it was so loud that is...

My muffler fell off once, it was so loud that is was miserable.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-23-2015, 05:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 776
Posted By 47dodge
Have to say I do not see why you would "have too"...

Have to say I do not see why you would "have too" change the rear. It will work just fine with the current rear. In time if because of more power being available you want to change the rear end ratio...
Forum: Alternative Fuels 04-01-2015, 06:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,531
Posted By 47dodge
unfiltered? does it have a lot of water in it?

unfiltered? does it have a lot of water in it?
Forum: Diesel Performance Tuning 02-11-2015, 07:40 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 14,168
Posted By 47dodge
By the way this original post was for a fellow...

By the way this original post was for a fellow asking about differant pre chambers.
Forum: Diesel Performance Tuning 02-11-2015, 07:36 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 14,168
Posted By 47dodge
There will always be "the factory did it right"...

There will always be "the factory did it right" people and they will never except that anyone else can do it differant and have it work well.

That said I did document my build on this forum so...
Forum: Diesel Performance Tuning 02-10-2015, 07:24 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 12,003
Posted By 47dodge
I have not dyno'd it so really do not know. If I...

I have not dyno'd it so really do not know. If I throw numbers out then you can bet there will be plenty of folks jumping on my back.... So can only say what I have tested and that is the 240 is a...
Forum: Diesel Performance Tuning 02-06-2015, 06:35 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 14,168
Posted By 47dodge
Discussion on adding turbocharger to a 240D

The pre chambers do need to be the right type for the pistons. The newer pistons are nearly flat top and use a pre chamber that has a rounded end on it. Thes will take either the non turbo 616 pre...
Forum: Diesel Performance Tuning 02-06-2015, 06:15 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 12,003
Posted By 47dodge
Just an update for those looking at this post. I...

Just an update for those looking at this post. I now have about 50,000 miles on the engine and it is still running great. Best thing for the car. I have not changed injection pumps to one with larger...
Forum: Diesel Performance Tuning 08-14-2014, 06:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,640
Posted By 47dodge
If needing a rebuild I would start with the 617a...

If needing a rebuild I would start with the 617a turbo then build that. I have a long block I need to get rid of. Was running when parked. Turbo and manifilds are gone to another project, otherwise...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-02-2014, 06:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,243
Posted By 47dodge
I had a rag get sucked into a detroit diesel,...

I had a rag get sucked into a detroit diesel, that stopped quick. Had to tear the blower apart to get it out, and replace the shear pins on the blower rotors, thank goodness nothing else got hurt.
Forum: Diesel Performance Tuning 07-02-2014, 06:47 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,185
Posted By 47dodge
Boost if a function of fueling assuming that the...

Boost if a function of fueling assuming that the wastegate is not limiting boost. In other words as fuel increases so does boost. Boost also increases with engine speed. I am getting 16 psi on my...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-12-2014, 06:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,566
Posted By 47dodge
Is this one of the ones that has the throttle...

Is this one of the ones that has the throttle valve in the intake manifold? If so check and see that it is openeing. it could stick and not let enough air in, and of course that would cause black...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-12-2014, 06:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 668
Posted By 47dodge
where are you located? I have a parts engine that...

where are you located? I have a parts engine that I have taken all I need off of, and have no need for the rest. I am in Virginia.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-26-2014, 06:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,193
Posted By 47dodge
The pre chambers are differant depending on what...

The pre chambers are differant depending on what year the 240 is, and the 5 cylinder turbo engines have and larger pre chamber that will not fit unless the head is machined to allow them, and you use...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-22-2013, 07:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,421
Posted By 47dodge
I have an 85 123 with 2.88 rear , axles,and...

I have an 85 123 with 2.88 rear , axles,and speedo. I do not have time to pull it. Talk to me if you might like it, and don't mind pulling it.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-02-2013, 06:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 842
Posted By 47dodge
If the rings are already stuck you may get lucky...

If the rings are already stuck you may get lucky by soaking with marvel mystery oil for as long as you can. then after getting the excess oil out of the cylinders drive fast for a long time....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-29-2013, 06:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 894
Posted By 47dodge
You can use the veggie instead of the two cycle...

You can use the veggie instead of the two cycle oil, for lubrication in the fuel
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-29-2013, 06:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,554
Posted By 47dodge
Was going to put a 616 in a Toyota pickup, but...

Was going to put a 616 in a Toyota pickup, but ended up just getting a 240 instead. I did turbo it, would not be without the turbo, really makes a nice engine out of it.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-17-2013, 08:34 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,088
Posted By 47dodge
I filled my truck with what was labeled diesel,...

I filled my truck with what was labeled diesel, turned out the fuel company had filled the diesel tank with gas. My sense of smell is not that great so did not notice until it quit. My wife noticed...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-05-2013, 05:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,288
Posted By 47dodge
All good ideas but you may also want to check the...

All good ideas but you may also want to check the vacuum pump. If it is the diapham type pump it could have a hole in the diaphram and will suck oil from the engine into the air cleaner, and make a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-04-2013, 08:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,283
Posted By 47dodge
I think a 4BT would be to tall to fit in a 123?

I think a 4BT would be to tall to fit in a 123?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-03-2013, 07:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,283
Posted By 47dodge
you will have to have a pump made with larger...

you will have to have a pump made with larger elements for large increases in power. The stock ip can do 20-30hp more. You will want to think about pre chamber hole enlargement too, some nice gains...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-03-2013, 07:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 724
Posted By 47dodge
As long as it is not obviously disconnected then...

As long as it is not obviously disconnected then no they can not fail it. I took mine off and put a plate under it and re assembled it, so that it looks fully functional. This is on my 1985 300d....
Forum: Diesel Performance Tuning 08-25-2013, 08:43 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 12,003
Posted By 47dodge
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QkAv-HFaLqpK_5...

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QkAv-HFaLqpK_5wKCln6DODkfw_DkjBHVYZXm0nUtEw/edit?hl=en_US&authkey=CJXuhs0I&pli=1

See if this link works for pump tuning
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-05-2013, 07:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 992
Posted By 47dodge
This is forced injections stuff. Lots of...

This is forced injections stuff. Lots of controversy as well as bad feelings.....

Quick note do not remove rack limiter. Will not give any more then just maxed out. Better ways to get more power....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-04-2013, 07:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 992
Posted By 47dodge
I agree it sounds like either a gauge problem, or...

I agree it sounds like either a gauge problem, or restricted oil pickup.

oh yes and add a turbo...... ok just kidding you have plenty to fix as it is. Always get an engine in tip top shape before...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-02-2013, 06:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 992
Posted By 47dodge
Yes, but not real easy. Have you ever tuned an...

Yes, but not real easy. Have you ever tuned an injection pump before?

My suggestion for a start would be to check fuel pressure at the IP and get that right. Check timing and give it a degree or...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-01-2013, 05:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,066
Posted By 47dodge
For just a head gasket replace I would measure...

For just a head gasket replace I would measure them and if in spec use them. For a total overhaul get new ones
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