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    anyone know of any svo-tdi issues.

    hey everybody

    i drive a 1993 land rover tdi, and i want to convert it to run on svo,
    does anyone know of any problems with using svo in a tdi vehicle.

    cheers robert van
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    Re: anyone know of any svo-tdi issues.

    Originally posted by robert van
    hey everybody

    i drive a 1993 land rover tdi, and i want to convert it to run on svo,
    does anyone know of any problems with using svo in a tdi vehicle.

    cheers robert van
    I do not know of any "problems" but there are some simple precautions, which may prevent "issues".
    Check the IP. If it is a Delphi, Lucas or CAV, then only change to vegoil when the retuirn line fuel is >60°C AND ensure that the fuel system purge is conducted religiously. Even one occasion of running or starting on cold vegoil can sieze the IP.
    If the IP is a Bosch, it is less vulnerable.
    • I recommend adding a coolant/fuel heat exchanger to the fuel line going to the IP inlet. This should heat all fuels entering the IP, but may have a ball valve to isolate the coolant if diesel is to be used for an extended time.
    • I recommend having separate fuel filters for the diesel and vegoil fuels.
    • I recommend changing the engine oil at around 5 000 km or half the engine recommended service interval (whichever is greater)
    • It may be necessary to have a heated fuel tank to ensure that the fuel is liquid enaough to flow to the engine bay.
    • It may be necessaryt to have heated fuel lines to the engine bay, to manage high melting point oils (which may solidify in the fuel lines).
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    '99 Mercedes W202 C250 Turbodiesel (my darling Wife's car)[sold]
    '98 Mercedes W202 C250 Turbodiesel (my car)[sold]
    '06 Musso Sports Crew Cab well body. [Head gasket blew!]
    '04 Rexton SUV 2.9L Turbodiesel same as Musso - Our Family car.
    '06 Musso sports Crew Cab Trayback - My hack (no air cond, no heater).

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      thanks for the advice on svo-tdi issues.

      toney from west oz, the advice you gave answers all my questions
      thank you very much

      cheers robert van
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        Re: anyone know of any svo-tdi issues.

        I am happy to be of assistance.
        Life is a journey, with problems to solve, lessons to learn, but most of all, experiences to enjoy.

        Current Vehicles in stable:
        '06 Musso Sports 4X4 Manual Crew Cab tray back.
        '04 Rexton 4X4 Automatic SUV
        '2014 Toyota Prius (on ULP) - Wife's car

        Previous Vehicles:
        '90 Mazda Capella. (2000 - 2003) My first Fatmobile. Converted to fun on veggie oil with a 2 tank setup.
        '80 Mercedes 300D. 2 tank conversion [Sold]
        '84 Mercedes 300D. 1 tank, no conversion. Replaced engine with rebuilt OM617A turbodiesel engine. Finally had good power. Engine donor for W123 coupe. (body parted out and carcass sold for scrap.)
        '85 Mercedes Benz W123 300CD Turbodiesel
        '99 Mercedes W202 C250 Turbodiesel (my darling Wife's car)[sold]
        '98 Mercedes W202 C250 Turbodiesel (my car)[sold]
        '06 Musso Sports Crew Cab well body. [Head gasket blew!]
        '04 Rexton SUV 2.9L Turbodiesel same as Musso - Our Family car.
        '06 Musso sports Crew Cab Trayback - My hack (no air cond, no heater).

        Searching the Biofuels Forum using Google
        Adding images and/or documents to your posts

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