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I know most of this information can be found in different threads but I have not found it as a combine document. This information would a Godsend to those of us that are not diesel experts and probably darn handy for others so here we go...
Today's diesel fuel is different from what our engines were designed to use and that can result in lack of proper lubrication and several issues. There are some great synthetic engine oils available that reduce friction and help engines last longer. Also, there are quite a few products promoted as fuel injector cleaners and lubricants. How about posting up your favorite products, frequency of use, and perceived benefit using the following format:
Engine Oil:
Product (include weight) Oil Change frequency Any additional additives
Fuel System:
Diesel fuel additive frequency reason for use
Fuel system cleaner/lubricant frequency reason for use
Transmission/Transfer Case:
Fluid used change frequency Any additional additives
Differential lube:
Fluid used change frequency Any additional additives
Any other products used at why:
My plan is to develop a chart with this information and put in the glove compartment of my daughter's M1009 so she knows when and what needs to done to the vehicle to keep it in top operating condition (and to prevent some idiot from putting the wrong stuff in it).
Today's diesel fuel is different from what our engines were designed to use and that can result in lack of proper lubrication and several issues. There are some great synthetic engine oils available that reduce friction and help engines last longer. Also, there are quite a few products promoted as fuel injector cleaners and lubricants. How about posting up your favorite products, frequency of use, and perceived benefit using the following format:
Engine Oil:
Product (include weight) Oil Change frequency Any additional additives
Fuel System:
Diesel fuel additive frequency reason for use
Fuel system cleaner/lubricant frequency reason for use
Transmission/Transfer Case:
Fluid used change frequency Any additional additives
Differential lube:
Fluid used change frequency Any additional additives
Any other products used at why:
My plan is to develop a chart with this information and put in the glove compartment of my daughter's M1009 so she knows when and what needs to done to the vehicle to keep it in top operating condition (and to prevent some idiot from putting the wrong stuff in it).