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Re: One more thing >>>

Posted By: Capt. Dave Kosh
Date: Friday, 2 December 2005, at 1:45 p.m.

In Response To: Re: One more thing >>> (Walter Kaprielian)

Steve,

I was advised by my Diesel mechanic that using Marvel Mystery oil (in correct proportions)will help tremendously in keeping the injector pump clean and also the injectors. I use it religiously along with cleaning the Racors with a filter change every 6 months and have had no problems now since I've been doing that. Trick on cleaning the Racor bowl. I simply pour mineral spirits in there a couple times . It disolves all that crud. Then use carburetor cleaner to wash off excess mineral spirits. Then put your new filter in with fresh diesel fuel. Primer pump a few times and your good to go. I had the same problem with a small shine upon startup from my port engine. It was diagnosed as a leaky injector. He said use the Marvel mystery oil. I have and had no problems since. I also take care of the fuel here as our Florida climate is condusive to algae build up. I use the Fuel Tek additive as described earlier on this site. A lot of guys like the Alage X and swear by it. Man you want to take care of that fuel otherwise pay the price.
Dave K

Messages In This Thread

Why is their fuel in my diesel exhaust?
STeveZ -- Thursday, 1 December 2005, at 4:48 p.m.

One more thing >>>
STeveZ -- Thursday, 1 December 2005, at 4:56 p.m.

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Vic Roy -- Thursday, 1 December 2005, at 5:19 p.m.

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Walter Kaprielian -- Thursday, 1 December 2005, at 6:28 p.m.

Re: One more thing >>>
Capt. Dave Kosh -- Friday, 2 December 2005, at 1:45 p.m.

Thanks guys
STeveZ -- Tuesday, 6 December 2005, at 5:55 p.m.