New member, Ohio diesel fanatic.

[Diesel Pilot]

Hi folks! My name is Craig.

I just bought a M1028 and I'm awaiting EUC approval. I have a thread started about it in the CUCV forum

I live in Central Ohio, by Columbus. This will be my first CUCV, and I'm looking forward to being a part of the forum.

I'm a huge diesel fan. I have an '04 GMC Sierra with a Duramax. That is my hotrod, it has a built Allison and heavily tuned engine. To date the best pass at the strip is 12.81@105 mph. That was a few years ago and I've made some modifications since then but I haven't raced it. I also have a '09 VW Jetta TDI that is my eco machine. No mods, just get in and enjoy 45+ mpg.

No mod's planned for the m1028 yet, just service it and drive. I have had a few 6.2's and 6.5's in the family so I'm ready to get started with the truck.

I'm glad to be a part of the forum now.

 

[Chevytruck]

Welcome from Western Maine!

 

[LanceRobson]

Welcome to the gang.

Lance

 

[kipman]

My brothers and I live, two in Lancaster, one in Worthington, if you have a problem or need help, let me know.

 

[jime]

Welcome from Centerburg...the REAL central Ohio!

 

[1stSarge]

Welcome from north east of Columbus. I’m in Canal Winchester about once every two weeks.

 

[Dave Kay]

Hey Diesel Pilot, same boat as you here... waiting on EUC. Meanwhile... Wonder if you got any good pointers for a life-long gas-o-holic about starting up diesel engine that's been sitting for unknown years? In my own defense; I can strip a Q-Jet by flashlight and make it go on a dark & rainy nite, but I'm pretty lame when it comes to T-shooting diesels.

Anyway, best of luck on your EUC and the future project

 

[Diesel Pilot]

Thanks guys, glad to be here. I'm impressed by all the guys that live really close. I might need your help in a month or so.

Wonder if you got any good pointers for a life-long gas-o-holic about starting up diesel engine that's been sitting for unknown years?

Not sure what you have, but steer clear of the starter fluid if it has glow plugs.

Treat the rest like your gasser's. Fresh service, a clean good fuel supply, and a small amount of lube in the cylinders. Make sure the tank is clean, diesel grows like a stagnant pond if no additives are there to prevent it.

You'll love the diesel, way less complicated than gas engines.

 

[Goose2448]

Welcome to SS.

 

[cessnatwin]

welcome to the sight!

 

[hdexpert]

Welcome!! I'm the other brother Kipman mentioned that lives in Worthington. This is an excellent site with many helpfull members. Enjoy!!