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Forum: Diesels 06-21-2009, 10:04 AM
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Posted By Dalez0r
The injector pump has a 'smoke setscrew' which...

The injector pump has a 'smoke setscrew' which determines the maximum amount of fuel injected... Mine was basically nonexistent, so the engine was seeing as much fuel as the pump could supply under...
Forum: Diesels 06-20-2009, 08:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,291
Posted By Dalez0r
The smokescrew works better when it's not loose...

The smokescrew works better when it's not loose flopping around in there...
Forum: Diesels 06-19-2009, 06:50 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,291
Posted By Dalez0r
On many Datsun models the vents are for show, but...

On many Datsun models the vents are for show, but these do have a ~1.5" opening to under the hood. *shrugs*

Its not in near as nice of shape as it looks... paint colors suggest a front end...
Forum: Diesels 06-19-2009, 10:55 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,291
Posted By Dalez0r
First tank posted, all in town hard stop and go...

First tank posted, all in town hard stop and go pizza delivery... :)
Forum: Diesels 06-10-2009, 09:58 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,291
Posted By Dalez0r
My VW diesel is gone... can't blame the guy for...

My VW diesel is gone... can't blame the guy for selling it though, under the circumstances.

I'll find a path to a diesel car... in the meantime, I got this truck...
Forum: Diesels 06-10-2009, 04:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,291
Posted By Dalez0r
155020-7920 There's the Zexel part number......

155020-7920

There's the Zexel part number... still can't find it >.<

Going to have to start emailing suppliers...

That failing... rip out the diaphram and stick a servo on it? ...
Forum: Diesels 06-10-2009, 04:27 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,291
Posted By Dalez0r
Ouch! Take your time! It'll still be broken...

Ouch! Take your time! It'll still be broken tomorrow! :P :)
Forum: Diesels 06-09-2009, 07:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,291
Posted By Dalez0r
Noted, thanks for the advice so far. That part #...

Noted, thanks for the advice so far. That part # would indeed be very useful. That failing, I guess I should call a nissan dealer? "Got a leather diaphram for a 81 datsun diesel...."

>.<
Forum: Diesels 06-08-2009, 08:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,291
Posted By Dalez0r
So, I think I'm down to two options... 1)...

So, I think I'm down to two options...

1) Drive up there with a friend (in my then veg oil powered truck), and attempt to drive both vehicles back

2) Drive up there and remove the drivetrain &...
Forum: Diesels 06-05-2009, 09:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,291
Posted By Dalez0r
I'm having difficulty locating a dolly other than...

I'm having difficulty locating a dolly other than uHaul... according to Uhaul's website, they wont agree to letting me put a dolly on my little truck, it's not rated near large enough by them. I...
Forum: Diesels 06-05-2009, 01:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,291
Posted By Dalez0r
Yes, I am VERY aware of how a diesel functions...

Yes, I am VERY aware of how a diesel functions normally. That's why I note this one is odd in that it has a throttle on it. I'm sure it controls power by metering the fuel, but at light loads it...
Forum: Diesels 06-04-2009, 06:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,291
Posted By Dalez0r
Got it home, it CAN actually hit 80mph on flat...

Got it home, it CAN actually hit 80mph on flat ground, but it takes awhile, and it's on the verge of smoking just maintaining that speed... prolly not good for it. Not to mention it's revving WAY to...
Forum: Diesels 06-03-2009, 09:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,291
Posted By Dalez0r
More info... 2.2L NA diesel, apparently made...

More info...

2.2L NA diesel, apparently made by Chrysler... It's built like an industrial engine, even came in a marine version. It's a king cab longbed, rated to carry 1000lbs (?!?!?!)

It...
Forum: Diesels 06-03-2009, 04:38 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,291
Posted By Dalez0r
81 Datsun Diesel pickup

Found it local, alot easier and cheaper to get to than the VW in Washington. It's got 270k on it, but it seems to run decent.

Claimed mpg is 35! :thumbup: :thumbup:

Will be taking it home...
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