Jump to content

Log in or register to remove this advert

Kubota diesel in TW advice please.


Graham
 Share

Recommended Posts

Running the chipper today it suddenly died down, chucked out thick black smoke and stopped.

 

We changed all the filters, bled the system and still won't start. All it does is chuck out black smoke and soot.

 

It seems to me that the fuel's getting through but not under pressure. Any ideas please.

 

Thanks.

 

btw it's the 4 cyl engine.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Log in or register to remove this advert

  • Replies 31
  • Created
  • Last Reply

Top Posters In This Topic

Top Posters In This Topic

Cracked off the pipes to the injectors and it just seems like a dribble. I'm assuming there should be a bit of pressure but doesn't seem enough.

 

The filters had some cr*p in them. Could some of this have got into the pump or caused something to happen in the pump.

 

We filled it this morning from cans and the diesel comes from our usual supplier.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Fuel starvation should just make the engine stop with no black smoke, black smoke is normally associated with air starvation or over fuelling

 

That's what we thought. Air filter and pipes are clean. Turning the engine over on the starter produces thick black smoke and lots of soot particles.

 

My mates bald head was covered in black soot spots:001_smile:

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share


  •  

  • Featured Adverts

About

Arbtalk.co.uk is a hub for the arboriculture industry in the UK.  
If you're just starting out and you need business, equipment, tech or training support you're in the right place.  If you've done it, made it, got a van load of oily t-shirts and have decided to give something back by sharing your knowledge or wisdom,  then you're welcome too.
If you would like to contribute to making this industry more effective and safe then welcome.
Just like a living tree, it'll always be a work in progress.
Please have a look around, sign up, share and contribute the best you have.

See you inside.

The Arbtalk Team

Follow us

×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

We have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue.