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Another problem that can cause white smoke is over filling the oil. On this engine, to check the oil, you do not screw in the oil dip stick. Just insert it in the hole, and pull it out to read it.

Your right. My mistake. not thinking. I am looking at too many threads right now. I have never seen the blanket burn before. Maybe the preheater was stuck on? Or, maybe you're right about diesel on the blanket. I don't know, got to think about this some more. Interesting.

Well, if the exhaust is to loose, and lets fire into the exhaust system, then things will get hot. I don't think that the valves will be damaged, if you didnt run it too long that way. Only way to find out is to take a look at them. If they are good, readjust them and fire it up.

I say once again, just cause the hour meter says 17.5 hours, does not mean the thing is in tip top condition. In any case, you are on the right track.

Partner, remove the injector, and use a rubber adapter on the end of the tester hose. Stick it in the hole, hold it TIGHT and have someone else turn the engine over. The gauge should have a function to allow you to "capture" the reading on the meter. When done, let out the pressure and perhaps...