Question for users of older diesels.

[Rot Box]

I'd think many would like to hear more on this long term.

I read the military pump is different and can handle the mix and wonder if the newer pumps w/ceramic plungers can too.

I used run 50% motor often when I had a constant suppy--long term use is actually very common in the IDI world. http://oilburners.net/forums/showthread.php?t=47489&highlight=filters

From what I understand the military Stanadyne DB2's have hardened internals.

 

[random]

I persnoaly dump a quart of ATF in every tank started in gillette at the mines. Helps with gelling and adds a but of lube back to the mix also helps clean it up.

This is what I do. The place I usually fill up at has no-name atf for two bucks a quart. Since I've started doing this, I've noticed a little bit better mileage, a little more power, slightly quieter running and my metering valve not sticking.

 

[FellowTraveler]

Link

I used run 50% motor often when I had a constant suppy--long term use is actually very common in the IDI world. http://oilburners.net/forums/showthread.php?t=47489&highlight=filters

From what I understand the military Stanadyne DB2's have hardened internals.

Thanks for the link!