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Do Diesel engines use a lot of oil over a short period of time?
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my diesel engine needs topping up with oil every 2 months do I have a problem Yes you do.
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Why are diesel engines found in heavy duty equipment?
Diesel engines have far more torque or pulling power than gasoline engines. Diesel engines also last much longer than gas engines because they are built to a much higher standard of durability. The downside to a diesel is that they cost more to produce. But for heavy equipment they are necessary and a diesel engine can easily last over 1 million miles.
Is gas engine more reliable than diesel in pickups?
No, diesel engines run with lower rpms and which also causes them to have lower tempuratures. diesel engines in semi trucks get up to 1,000,000 miles in them with just simple rebuilds. gas engines are a disiaster with over 150,000 miles.
Why diesel engine is better than petrol?
Diesel engines are generally more efficient than gas engines. A Diesel Pickup truck will normally get far more miles per gallon than a gas one and still have equal or greater power available. Plus diesel engines tend to last much longer than gas engines easily running well over 300k miles with little to no issue.
Why diesel engines are preferred over petrol engines in agricultural fields?
More torque, less maintenance, longer engine life, and uses less fuel.
Common rail turbo diesel?
This is currently by far the most common design for diesel engines in Autos and over the road trucks in both Europe and North America
Are catalytic converters required on diesel cars?
From 1994 onwards, they were required to have a Diesel Oxidation Catalyst. From 2008 onwards (in the US), a set of emissions standards requiring highway diesel engines to have a Diesel Particulate Filter went into effect. From 2012 onwards, engines over a certain displacement required a complete aftertreatment system, with a DOC, DPF, and Selective Catalytic Reduction, which uses Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF).
What is the type of oil in Honda reflex?
I use 15w-40 oil that's designed for (diesel engines) and it works fine! Im just using the diesel oil because its left over from my 50cc which gets REALLY hot and this oil helps keep engines nice and cool!
When did trains switch to using diesel?
The conversion by the railroads from steam to diesel was relatively slow, in part by attrition. By 1952, 50% of the locomotive power in the US had converted over to diesel. The remaining steam engines were phased out for regular train use by about 1968. From the 1970's, steam engines have had limited use for excursion trains, park use, etc.
6.2L Diesel leaking antifreeze no visible leak?
Bad head gaskets leaking coolant into comustion chambers, reason for no visible leaks. common problem on diesel engines all over the world.
How long will a power stroke 7.3 diesel engine last?
The Ford power stroke 7.3L diesel is one of the most reliable engines in production. Many will perform well over 500,000 miles.
Does a dragging starter stop a 7.3 diesel from starting?
A "dragging-starter" can fail to "spin" or rotate a diesel engine at an RPM sufficient to aid in the combustion process that is needed in a diesel engine. Although all glow plugs might be working effectively, if the starter fails to turn the engine over at sufficient RPM, the diesel fuel entering the combustion chamber can fail to ignite. Diesel engines have higher compression-ratios than gasoline engines and diesel fuel explodes in the compression chamber (if the glow plugs are functioning AND the engine is turning over fast enough when the starter is engaged. Starter motors on diesel engines are generally more robust than starters on gasoline vehicles. The additional higher-torque value on starters used in diesel applications provide the added boost needed to start the engine. SOUTHWESTUSA on Flicker (check out my stuff)
Why petrol engine is not used for large vehicles?
gasoline/petrol engines are considered to be much less reliable than a diesel engine. large rigs we see on the road today often have over a million miles on them. diesel is efficient and clean, and produces more potential energy. diesel engines also produce much more torque making it easier to tow or move things.
